A custom town sword by Arms and Armor

Today we take a look at a custom rapier we've just finished. This sword form dates from the early to mid-1500s and is a relatively early form of rapier with a shorter blade than became popular over the next century. The outer guard is characterized by a knuckle bow and two tongues or nails that protect the hand, while the inner guard is an early form that consists of a single stirrup, bent at 90 degrees parallel to the blade.