Description

The Christus Imperat Rapier

The pierced forward plates of this sword’s hilt depict birds among foliage, the slender bars of the guard have an upward loop to catch an opponent’s blade and the heavy pommel allows for a balanced feel. The blade is etched on both sides of the ricasso CHRISTUS IMPERAT.

This rapier has a 1075 high carbon steel blade. Features heavy pommel and elaborate forward plates and guard.

A rapier of this identical form and proportions is currently housed in The Royal Armouries (formerly the Tower of London). The flamboyantly formed hilt is both beautiful and functional. Its’ forward plates are pierced and show lavish birds among foliage, while the bars of the guard are slender both defending the hand and having an upward loop to catch an opponent’s blade. The heavy pommel allows for a more balanced feel for fighting. The blade is etched on both sides of the ricasso with the Latin phrase CHRISTUS IMPERAT which means “Christ Commands.”

Includes matching scabbard.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Overall: 48″
• Blade Length: 40-1/2″
• Blade Width: 1″
• Blade Thickness: 3/16″
• Weight: 3lbs
• Grip Length: 3-1/2″
• Material: 1075 High Carbon Steel

Made by Windlass Steelcrafts®