Toward the end of the 17th century, a sophisticated, shorter and lighter version of the Rapier emerged as the tool of choice for personal carry and defense - the Small Sword. Its stiff, lightweight blade was forged in a triangular cross section, and the hilt was both simple and smartly functional, consisting of no more than an elliptical plate, or two shells and a knuckle guard. Cold Steel's modern version duplicates the best features of many historical examples, but uses 1060 carbon steel, heat treated to a tough spring temper. The hilt features two shells with functional finger loops and a light, but exceptionally strong, knuckle guard. Each Small Sword also comes complete with an attractive leather scabbard with an intricately decorated throat and chape.
- Weight:
- 24.6oz
- Blade Thickness:
- 7/16"
- Blade Length:
- 31-1/4"
- Blade Steel:
- 1060 Carbon
- Handle Length/Material:
- 7"
- Overall Length:
- 38-1/4"
- Additional Features:
- Scabbard
- Blade Length Range:
- 30+ in
- Steel Family:
- High Carbon Steels
- Sword Style:
- European
