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Arms & Armor Cavalier Rapier
Original: c.1620, Sulgrave Manor Collection The Cavalier features hot chemically-blued furniture and is very cleanly done in an octagonal cross-section. The pommel is plum-shaped and faceted with quillons terminating in finials of similar shape. The wire-bound grip is done in a helical shape that was very popular during the period. A thumb ring is fitted on the back side along with counter-guards. See our hands-on review for more information on this sword. Overall length: 49" Weight: 3.2 pounds Width of guard: 8.5" Blade: 34" long; 1.75" wide tapering to .44" Grip: 3.14" long Point of Balance (PoB): 3.5" from guard Center of Percussion (CoP): ~20" from guard Maker: Arms & Armor of Minnesota |