Please somebody help me to understand the difference between these terms: Side sword, Riding sword, Cut and thrust sword, Reitschwert, and Spada da lato
thank you

Are these all forms of rapier?

Adam,
check out the "features" section of this site for more info. on your question. I'm in a hurry right now,but forms of a "true" rapier they are not. If I had more time, I'd help explain all these terms,but gotta run out for a bit. Will check back in ,when I return.

Sure others will be happy to help.

Bill

BTW sent ya' a PM about Morts.