The Gustav Rapier and Main Gauche replicate weapons used by King Gustav Adolf II, who ruled Sweden in the early part of the 17th century. The shell guard of the rapier is unusual but effective. Available in both bright and antiqued versions.

This Gustav Rapier features stainless steel hilts, for reduced maintenance, and high-carbon steel flex-tempered blades.

The swept-hilt rapiers and their attendant main gauches have now been redesigned to provide lighter, better balanced pieces than earlier models. The hilts are now of the same size as the museum pieces on which they are based, providing an authentic “feel” in the user’s hand. All of the rapier and main gauche blades are interchangeable with the “Practical” blades, which are designed for safety in rapier sparring. This gives the user a wide choice of swept hilt styles for use with both live and “Practical” blades. A replacement live blade is also available.

Made by Hanwei.