A long German cavalryman's rapier, circa 1620
Sturdy blade of diamond section transitioning to lenticular. The upper half with double narrow fullers on both sides. Simple iron swept hilt with widely extending, rounded crossguard. The knuckle bow terminating in a stylised serpent's head. Substantial grip with original iron wire wrap. Round pommel of acorn form. Surfaces with dark age patina, the lower half of the blade partly pitted. Can be improved by cleaning and restoration. Length 149 cm.
337160
Condition: II -
Sturdy blade of diamond section transitioning to lenticular. The upper half with double narrow fullers on both sides. Simple iron swept hilt with widely extending, rounded crossguard. The knuckle bow terminating in a stylised serpent's head. Substantial grip with original iron wire wrap. Round pommel of acorn form. Surfaces with dark age patina, the lower half of the blade partly pitted. Can be improved by cleaning and restoration. Length 149 cm.
337160
Condition: II -
