Cold Steel - Ribbed Shell Swept Hilt Rapier & Dagger

According to most historians the Rapier first appeared on the sword scene in the late 14th century and held sway in most of Europe until the late 16th century except in Spain where it endured clear into the 18th century. The reason for its long reign as the civilian weapon of choice for self-defense and dueling can be tied to its two major advantages.
First its long, slim, double edged blade was ideal for delivering point oriented blows at a great distance while still being able to deliver a stinging cut. And secondly, its intricate hilt offered excellent protection (especially now that the armored gauntlet had been abandoned) and shed, caught or deflected blows at the sword hand and forearm with great success.
Cold Steel has chosen to revive the Rapier with our own interpretation designed by master weapons maker Dave Baker. The long, narrow blade is combat sharp and beautifully polished with a single wide fuller at the forte to assure perfect balance. The hilt also reflects the best in craftsmanship and materials fashioned from stainless steel featuring a classic ribbed shell and multiple bars, quillons and knuckle bow for unparalleled hard protection. The grip itself is made of wood covered with rich black ray skin and decorative wire and terminates in a heavy ribbed pommel that serves as a counter balance to our Rapier's long blade.
Designed to complement our Ribbed Shell Swept Hilt Rapier, our Parrying Dagger offers a long, double edged blade with a stiff, diamond cross section and a sharp point, which makes it ideal for delivering a lethal thrust. In addition to that, it also sports twin, upturned quillons that are expertly angled to catch, trap, and immobilize an opponent's blade. The handle of our dagger is styled to match the Rapier with its wood, ray skin and wire grip, and heavy ribbed pommel.

SPECS:
Rapier:
Blade Length: 41 1/2"
Overall Length: 50 1/2"
Steel: 1055 Carbon
Weight: 43.5 oz
Handle: 9"
Scabbard: Leather Scabbard w/ Steel Fittings

Dagger:
Blade Length: 14 1/4"
Overall Length: 20 3/4"
Steel: 1055 Carbon
Weight: 15.6 oz
Handle: 6 1/2"
Scabbard: Leather Scabbard w/ Steel Fittings

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[fuddrucker]

Lynn has incredible hand eye, coordination

[DevinSmith]

Minor correction to the description: A common misconception about Rapier's is that they were primarily a civilian weapon, this is false, like nearly all swords (until the advent of the Small Sword in the mid 17th century) the rapier was mostly used for war, usually combined with grappling and half-swording. Needless to say, it wasn't in fact a gentleman's sword.

[scotkerns]

Yes, yes, excellent. We've established that the rapier is primarily a piercing weapon, and that it is not traditionally designed for 'whole body' cleaving. Nevertheless, it would be nice to see its capabilities in such fashion.

[GregTom]

Does it come with the assorted gentleman's moustache?

[onlyashadow]

wish this showcased a bit more attacking, can really see how the sword performs with just a couple of thrusts 

[fabianb]

I want my chef to prepare the food exactly like this!

[doug-core]

This is probably the hardcore video that inspired the stranger's lightsaber and lightsaber dagger in the acolyte

[spider]

I would love to see Lynn's fruit ninja high score

[MatheusRebelo]

what is the name of this guy? 0:27 Idk if are you that read the comments but you are freaking accurate sir. I'm always impressed with the clips where you throw things.

[isaacherrera]

you guys should make another rapier like the Espada Ropera

[karansena]

Do you make bow n arrow
.also what is the main difference between a knife and dagger bcz dagger has both cutting edge and you need to thrust but a knife has more of slicing attack.

[Vini-zvlr]

Seems so effortless to thrust with that.

[thatguy]

What happened to Jason Heck? Is he still part of the CS team?

[oriolen]

when a cut and thrust sword like a side sword? and a video of the winged spear?

[edi]

I know it's not a chopper, but since it has an edge I'd like to know to what extent you can cut with it (compared to a knife or maybe a dagger).

[juanjosefreijedo]

If Cold Steel one day make a true cut and thrust sword like Lutel does, i would be pleased to purchuase it.

[galentong]

How about making an affordable training rapier? Either dull steel or plastic blade. 

[teru]

Why is this sword so much more than a lot of the other swords like the spadroon?

[AKlover]

Would have loved to see it pierce the pigs skull.  Pushing through just tissue is not that impressive.

[daredevilpwn]

Meh, I prefer a target shield in the offhand for parrying.