Swept Hilt Rapier (Nickel Silver Basket)- the rapier was primarily a civilian dueling sword. This was true not only in the old world, but also in Savannah, Georgia. The locals will tell you that more of the early English settlers died in private duels than were killed by the Spanish (that were contesting the area). Fully tempered high carbon steel blade. The Swept Hilt rapier comes with a scabbard. 43″ overall. Wt. 2 lbs. 6 oz.