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")