The Italian Rapier was used during the sport of fencing which has existed since ancient Egypt. Many cultures mainly England, Italy, France and Spain developed their own forms of sword fighting throughout the centuries. The rapier was a 16th century sword with an edged, thick blade used primarily as a thrusting weapon. Sometimes the rapier had ornate hilts, used to catch an opponent's blade while the off hand used another weapon to finish the fight. It was used in military battle, but it became more popular for civilians to use for self defense and duels.

Whetstone Cutlery Musketeer Rapier Sword 44 Inches ( Scabbard Included Sword)

List Price: $79.99
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44 inches Rapier Sword. Steel wire with leather wrap handle, includes hard leather wrap scabbard.

CAS Hanwei Practical Rapier 43-Inch Blade

List Price: $169.00
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The Schlaeger Rapiers utilize a popular swept hilt. These tapered blades provide a superior balance compared to the traditional parallel-sided schlaegers, making for a faster sword. Our Renaissance-style Rapiers trace their origins to early 17th century Europe, where swordplay with the Rapier was considered an essential part of a gentleman’s education and was often used in resolving gentlemanly disagreements...

Leather Medieval Sword Frog Belt Hanger Rapier Renaissance

List Price: $10.00
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Don't use a painted duct tape ring as your sword frog any longer! Constructed from quality genuine leather and cut from a traditonal pattern the Black Leather Traditonal Rapier Sword Frog will surely be noticed on your next costume...