7 Types of Rapiers & Hilts Throughout History [Updated]
2022年4月29日 · Perhaps the most recognizable rapier style is the cup-hilted rapier. This sword was popular in the 1600s in Spain and other countries. Unlike the ornate sword hilts of …
Rapiers - Preferred Arms
The rapier was the quintessential sword of the late Renaissance and the first true civilian sidearm. In its early years of development the rapier was little more than a broadsword with a thinner, …
The Rapier Enthusiast’s Guide - Battle Wares
2024年11月12日 · Unlike battlefield swords, the rapier was a civilian weapon, commonly worn by nobility and aristocrats as an accessory, a status symbol, a self-defense sword, and a tool for …
Rapier - Wikipedia
The word "rapier" generally refers to a relatively long-bladed sword characterized by a protective hilt which is constructed to provide protection for the hand wielding the sword. Some historical …
Choosing the Right Rapier for You – Path of the Sword
2017年10月10日 · I am asked routinely how to choose the right rapier for practice. This article, cribbed from my forthcoming Introduction to the Italian Rapier book, looks at the range of …
Epee-bladed Swords (and Daggers) | Weapons of Choice
This transitional rapier has a full steel guard and knuckle bow, and is designed to cover a broad historical sweep, from birth of the full rapier circa 1620 to the end of the civilian dueling sword …
Choosing the Right Rapier for You - Academie Duello
I am asked routinely how to choose the right rapier for practice. This article, cribbed from my forthcoming Introduction to the Italian Rapier book, looks at the range of historical rapiers and …
A simple rapier.... -- myArmoury.com
2014年5月27日 · Here's a rapier I just finished...pretty simple in its details, nothing too fancy. The hilt is steel, all welded construction except for the counterguard which is inset and brazed. Its …
An Illustrated Reference Guide to Rapiers - Academia.edu
Rapier combat was a form of civilian combat that flourished in the Renaissance period. The paper focuses on an examination of the important social aspects of honour, the gentleman, duelling …
Rapier: The Ultimate Guide To History's Most Elegant Sword
2024年5月20日 · Whether you're a seasoned swordsman or a curious novice, the rapier's rich history and unique characteristics make it a captivating subject. In this blog post, we'll explore …