Kingston Arms – Swept Hilt Rapier
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Blade
- High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 42 7/8"
- Weight
- 1 lb 15.8 oz
- Brand
- Kingston Arms
- Era
- Renaissance
Overview
Kingston Arms - Swept Hilt Rapier
This rapier can be stylistically paired with the Kingston Arms Main Gauche to create a matched sword and dagger set. Available separately (SKU SM36240)
This Kingston Arms Swept Hilt Rapier melds a streamlined elegant design with functionality and efficiency at the forefront. Kingston Arms has improved upon many reproduction rapier designs by reinforcing the guard at its connection the blade to ensure the hilt and blade is reinforced to absorb the impact from a decisive thrust. In addition to this, the blade, guard, pommel and hilt can all be easily disassembled and reassembled with a retaining nut on the pommel which allows for the sword to be disassembled for travel or storage.
The blade is forged from well tempered high carbon steel and the guard and pommel are of antiqued stainless steel. The grip is wood which is bound in leather cord and the grip and hilt are designed so as to ensure that there is room for a comfortable and secure handhold when wearing fencing gloves. To reduce the packaging size, the Kingston Arms Rapier comes unassembled and includes a metric wrench to tighten down the pommel and grip.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Kingston Arms
- Era
- Renaissance
- Pommel
- Nut
- Overall Length
- 42 7/8"
- Blade Length
- 37"
- Blade
- High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 1 lb 15.8 oz
- Edge
- Moderately Sharp
- P.O.B.
- 2 3/4"
- Thickness
- 6 mm - 2.8 mm
- Width
- 19 mm
- Grip Length
- 3 1/4"
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- China
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Q&A
Questions from the community
Q How does the Swept Hilt Rapier handle and where is the balance point? Common Question
It has a point of balance around 2 3/4 inches from the guard, giving a lively tip-forward feel suited to thrust-oriented fencing.
Q Is this rapier suitable for historical fencing, reenactment, or cutting? Common Question
It is a battle-ready reproduction designed for training and reenactment-style use; the blade is moderately sharp and optimized for thrusts rather than heavy cutting.
Q What materials are used for the blade and hilt components? Common Question
The blade is well-tempered high carbon steel. The guard and pommel are antiqued stainless steel, with a wooden grip bound in leather cord.
Q Can the sword be disassembled for transport or maintenance? Common Question
Yes. A retaining nut pommel allows tool-assisted disassembly of the blade, guard, pommel, and hilt; a metric wrench is included.
Q Does it include a scabbard and what does it look like? Common Question
Yes, images show a black scabbard with metal fittings that matches the rapier’s antiqued hilt hardware.
Q What are the dimensions and weight? Common Question
Overall length 42 7/8 inches; blade length 37 inches; width 19 mm; thickness tapers from 6 mm to 2.8 mm; weight 1 lb 15.8 oz; grip length 3 1/4 inches.
Q How sharp is the edge and is it legal to carry? Common Question
The edge is moderately sharp. Carry laws vary by region—check local regulations before public carry.
Q What is the historical style of this rapier? Common Question
It follows a Renaissance swept-hilt design with multiple protective rings and straight quillons, emphasizing thrusting techniques typical of period rapiers.
Q Who makes it and where is it produced? Common Question
Manufactured by Kingston Arms; country of origin is China.
Q How should I care for the blade and fittings? Common Question
Keep the blade lightly oiled and dry after use; wipe the antiqued stainless guard and pommel clean, and periodically check the pommel nut for tightness.
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Kingston Arms Swept Hilt Rapier | Kult of Athena Review
The Maker
Kingston Arms
Travel back in time with Kingston Arm’s expertly crafted authentic and functional swords. They’ve perfected their designs with pristine attention to detail, available at an affordable price point. Crafted in collaboration with Angus Trim, these European swords are innovative, strong and stand the test of time.
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