Cold Steel Small Sword BR83

Swords from the personal collection of Lynn Thompson, founder of Cold Steel. Hand picked by Lynn Thompson and/or his team to be part of his personal collection. Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity signed by Lynn C. Thompson- President of Cold Steel Inc. Photos taken with Cosmoline protectant present on the blade. May be perceived as imperfections in the blade.

Tape on scabbard some peeling.

Toward the end of the 17th century, a sophisticated, shorter and lighter version of the Rapier emerged as the tool of choice for personal carry and defense - the Small Sword. Its stiff, lightweight blade was forged in a triangular cross section, and the hilt was both simple and smartly functional, consisting of no more than an elliptical plate, or two shells and a knuckle guard. Cold Steel's modern version duplicates the best features of many historical examples, but uses 1060 carbon steel, heat treated to a tough spring temper. The hilt features two shells with functional finger loops and a light, but exceptionally strong, knuckle guard. 

Specifications:

Weight: 24.6oz 

Blade Thickness: 7/16" 

Blade Length: 31-1/4" 

Blade Steel: 1060 Carbon 

Handle Length/Material: 7" 

Overall Length: 38-1/4" 

Blade Length Range: 30+ in 

Steel Family: High Carbon Steels 

Sword Style: European