The Jacob's Armoury Theatrical Italian Rapier

The primary purpose of this weapon is to give the theatre community a sturdy affordable flash weapon with no knuckle bow...
Why no knuckle bow?
That is so one combatant can throw this weapon across the stage (hilt first) to his disarmed compatriot for a last minute save without the receiver having to negotiate a difficult catch.
Other than that spectacular element, this weapon is one of my favourite for stage combat owing to the balance and the size and comfort of the ricasso. I usually include a little divit for my thumb to nestle into to make this sword one of the most comfortable weapons I have ever handled. She is now on sale at the introduction price of £150 and is well worth it.
Why no knuckle bow?
That is so one combatant can throw this weapon across the stage (hilt first) to his disarmed compatriot for a last minute save without the receiver having to negotiate a difficult catch.
Other than that spectacular element, this weapon is one of my favourite for stage combat owing to the balance and the size and comfort of the ricasso. I usually include a little divit for my thumb to nestle into to make this sword one of the most comfortable weapons I have ever handled. She is now on sale at the introduction price of £150 and is well worth it.

And here is one of our latest grips. It is a hand carved piece of hardwood dyed black and waxed to seal the wood.

I shortened the quillon on these weapons I built for Bath Spa University to make them more practical in the class room.
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