Cold Steel 31-1/4″ Small Sword

Cold Steel 31-1/4&quote; Small Sword

Weight: 24.6 oz.
Blade Thickness: 7/16&quote;
Blade Length: 31-1/4&quote;
Blade Steel: 1060 Carbon
Handle Length/Material: 7&quote; Steel Handle with Copper Wire Wrap
Overall Length: 38-1/4&quote;
Additional Features: Scabbard
Sword Style: European

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. Each Small Sword also comes complete with an attractive leather scabbard with an intricately decorated throat and chape.