This pattern of cup hilt rapier is found in Portugual with various blades and grip finishes. They date from the late 17th to early 18th century and have a quillon that is soldered to the cup, instead of being held by screws. The blade is marked "Elemente Bonique" "en Alamania", referring to a smith in... Continue Reading →
SOLD – 16th century composite rapier
This is an interesting example of a late 16th century rapier in the Saxon style, or reitschwert. This sword sports a late 16th century hilt forged and brazed, with an early 17th century rapier pommel, and a 17th century German blade. The grip was possibly built in the 19th century or earlier, when the whole... Continue Reading →