Kingston Arms – Main Gauche with Black Titanium Finish
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Overall Length
- 16 1/2"
- Weight
- 12 oz
- Brand
- Kingston Arms
- Era
- Renaissance
Overview
Kingston Arms - Main Gauche with Black Titanium Finish
The Main Gauche from Kingston Arms gets a stylistic makeover with a sleek, black titanium matte finish for the hilt to make it a perfect dagger to pair with the Kingston Arms Blackened Rapier (SM36151 - sold separately). The well-tempered blade from this deft dagger is crafted from forged high carbon steel. This blade is unyielding and sturdy, making it an excellent choice for a parrying dagger. The hilt is expertly molded from stainless steel and black titanium coated for a finish. Wrapped in tight brown cord, the grip ensures a firm hold and the dagger comes complete with a robust leather-wrapped scabbard featuring a blackened steel chape and locket that match the dagger’s design flawlessly.
The term “Main Gauche,” translating to “Left Hand” in French, plainly nods to its role as an off-hand dagger, designed to complement a larger blade—typically a rapier. In duels, the Main Gauche served chiefly as a defensive tool, adept at ensnaring an opponent’s weapon, yet in the hands of a skilled wielder, it could swiftly shift to deliver a lethal, duel-clinching strike. Often, rapiers and their Main Gauche counterparts were forged as matching sets, their coordinated style amplifying the wielder’s elegance and prestige.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Kingston Arms
- Era
- Renaissance
- Overall Length
- 16 1/2"
- Blade Length
- 11 1/16"
- Weight
- 12 oz
- Edge
- Sharp
- P.O.B.
- - 7/8"
- Thickness
- 6 mm - 1.8 mm
- Width
- 22 mm
- Grip Length
- 3 1/2"
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- China
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Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What materials are used in the blade and hilt? Common Question
The blade is forged from 1566 high carbon steel; the guard and ring are stainless steel with a black titanium matte coating.
Q Does it come sharpened? Common Question
Yes, it is listed with a sharp edge from the manufacturer.
Q What are the overall size and weight? Common Question
Overall length is 16 1/2 inches with an 11 1/16 inch blade and a weight of approximately 12 oz.
Q Is this suitable for use as a parrying dagger in fencing or reenactment? Common Question
It is a battle-ready main gauche built for defensive parrying and pairing with a rapier; confirm event rules before use.
Q What type of grip and scabbard does it have? Common Question
The grip is tightly wrapped brown cord. It includes a leather-wrapped scabbard with blackened steel chape and locket.
Q How is it balanced and handled? Common Question
Designed as a deft off-hand dagger with a protective side ring; point of balance is about 7/8 inch from the guard toward the blade.
Q Where is it manufactured? Common Question
Made in China by Kingston Arms.
Q What is the historical inspiration for this piece? Common Question
It follows the European main gauche or left-hand dagger used alongside rapiers in Renaissance dueling.
Q Any care recommendations? Common Question
Keep the high-carbon blade clean and lightly oiled; avoid prolonged moisture exposure. Wipe the coated hilt dry after handling.
Q Can it be paired with a matching rapier? Common Question
Yes, it’s styled to complement the Kingston Arms Blackened Rapier (sold separately).
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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