Sutor Rapier – Journeyman

Description

Rapier – Inspired by Jacob Sutor’s Treatise

This finely crafted Rapier is inspired by the historical designs featured in Jacob Sutor’s Fencing Treatise, known for its elegant yet functional approach to swordsmanship. Designed for both advanced practitioners of HEMA and historical fencing enthusiasts, this rapier combines historical accuracy with modern durability and balance, making it ideal for training, sparring, and display.

Proportions and Construction:

Forged from 51CrV4 steel (equivalent to AISI 6150), the blade of this rapier is designed to offer excellent durability, flexibility, and balance. The sword’s proportions follow the traditional lines of early 17th-century German fencing styles, offering a weapon that feels nimble yet authoritative in the hand.

• Blade material: Hand-forged from 51CrV4 steel, providing toughness and flexibility suited for fencing practice
• Blade length: 85 cm, offering the reach and precision needed for traditional rapier techniques
• Blade thickness: 6 mm at the guard, with a distal taper to ensure excellent balance and cutting ability
• Point of Balance (PoB): 11 cm from the guard, offering a well-balanced weapon for precise control
• Total length: 100 cm, providing an ideal size for both historical accuracy and modern HEMA practice
• Weight: 890 g, ensuring a lightweight yet robust feel for extended use without fatigue