The rapier has long been considered the ultimate expression of the European swordsmith's art. With the distictive hilt and blade profiles, these weapons are suitable for any reenactor as the perfect dress accessory.
We also have a collection of practical rapier options, suitable for fencing practices. These weapons are listed on the Practical Fencing Equipment page.
King Gustav II Adolf (1594-1632) was monarch of Sweden from 1611-1632. The Gustav Rapier is a reproduction of his original and is truly fit for a king. The guard of the rapier is quit impressive in design and has two shells to protect the hand. The rapier comes equipped with forged high-carbon spring steel blades and leather scabbards.
This rapier from CAS/Hanwei is now interchangeable with the CAS-OH2255 Practice rapier blades, which are designed for safety in rapier bouting.
Also available in an antiquated finish [CAS-SH2206N] or with the practice rapier blade CAS-OH2255 as a set [CAS-SH2206/PR & CAS-SH2206N/PR].
Summary:
Rapier with forged high-carbon spring steel blade
Blade is interchangeable with Practice rapier blade
Comes with Leather Scabbard
Dimensions:
Overall length: 115 cm (45.25”)
Blade length: 93 cm (36.625”)
Weight: 1.05 kg (2lb 5oz)
Point of Balance: 12.7 cm (5")
Point of Percussion: 71.1 cm (28")
Identical to the Gustav Rapier [CAS-SH2206], but in an antiquated finish.
Also available with the practice rapier blade [CAS-SH2255] as a set [CAS-SH2206N/PR].