Sprezzatura Nero Rapier
610,00 € excl. VAT
The Sprezzatura Nero Rapier, developed with Sprezzatura Wien Club and inspired by the Wallace Collection’s A613, features a blackened swept-hilt, elongated flat-section blade, and dismountable design for easy maintenance. Created for late 16th-century fencing techniques, it includes a two-branch counterguard, a big port, and two projections from the small port, ensuring excellent hand protection. Ideal for Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA), Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA), historical fencing, stage fencing, and film productions.
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Sprezzatura Nero Rapier: The Art of Grace
The Sprezzatura Nero Rapier pays tribute to late Renaissance fencing traditions. Developed with the Sprezzatura Wien Club and inspired by the Wallace Collection’s A613, this rapier combines practical design with historical accuracy, making it ideal for fencers focused on late 16th-century techniques.
The name Sprezzatura comes from Baldassare Castiglione’s The Book of the Courtier (1528), where it describes the art of effortless skill. This rapier captures that concept through its balanced, efficient design, allowing fencers to move with ease while maintaining technical precision.
The blackened swept-hilt features a two-branch counterguard, a big port, small port and two projections, offering full hand protection without sacrificing speed. The elongated flat-section blade delivers control in binds and precision in thrusts, aligning with methods described by fencing masters such as Salvator Fabris.
The durable blackened finish resists rust, while the heat-treated guard ensures reliability under rigorous use. Featuring a dismountable design, as part of our Modular Sword System™, the Sprezzatura Nero is designed for HEMA practice and historical fencing, pairing perfectly with a buckler, targa, parrying dagger, or a case of swords.
FEATURES:
- Agile and versatile: Around 1.2 kilograms, it adapts perfectly to Renaissance fencing techniques
- Dismountable design: Simplifies maintenance, transport, replacement and customization.
- Blackened complex hilt: The rust-resistant finish protects the hilt longer against bare hand handling and in damp environments.
- Heat-treated crossguard and blade
- Flat-section blade: the flat section imitates those found on original training rapiers.
- Comfortable ricasso: Rounded ricasso enhances grip comfort.
- Blunt edges, high flexibility and thickened tip: Prioritizes safety in HEMA training and competition
- Historical design with modern updates: Inspired by the Wallace Collection’s A613 and tailored for Historical European Martial Arts and historical fencing.
The Sprezzatura Nero Rapier is ideal for Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA), Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA), historical fencing, stage fencing, and film productions. Its design reflects Castiglione’s idea of sprezzatura, combining functional simplicity with practical refinement for today’s fencer.
Period: 16th century
Blade Typology: Flat blade with thick rounded ricasso
Pommel: Bulb
Cross: Curved with finger rings, large port, knuckle bow, and a two-branches counterguard
Overall Length: 121 cm
Blade Length: 106.5 cm
Max Blade Width: 2.3 cm
Cross Width: 15 cm
Grip Length: 8 cm (pommel not included)
PoB: 12 cm from the cross
Edge Thickness: 5.5 – 2.0 mm
Weight: 1200 gr. (±50 gr.)
Tip: Thickened
Hardening: 50 HRC
Flexibility: 5-7 kg | High Flex
4 months
- Handmade Character: Variations between items of the same type, asymmetries, edge misalignments, slight variations in static and dynamic parameters, and in grip color are inherent to the handmade production process.
- Image Disclaimer: Product images are for reference only; actual appearance may vary due to differences in screen settings and display characteristics like resolution and color accuracy.
- Warranty Notice: These variations do not affect the functionality of the sword and are not considered imperfections or grounds for warranty claims.
- Blade and Hilt Maintenance: After use, always clean the blade, pommel, and crossguard with oils like Gunex or WD40.
- Grip Care: Avoid applying oil to a cord grip. Instead, gently clean it by rubbing with a cloth soaked in a mixture of baking soda and vinegar.
- Leather Grip Care: Keep your leather grip nourished with leather oil or grease, but remember— protective products will darken the shade over time.
- Rust Prevention: The blackened finish, while durable, can transfer some patina onto hands or clothing and may develop surface scratches with use, so it may require some touch-ups with a standard cold blueing solution.
- Storage Guidelines: Store your sword in a dry environment and away from damp gear.
- Damage Prevention: Always round nicks or dents with a flat file to prevent breakages.
| Finish |
Blackened |
|---|---|
| Hand |
Right handed ,Left handed |
| Schools & Masters |
Italian ,Capoferro ,Fabris ,Giganti |
| Blade type |
Flat |
| Fencing style |
Renaissance |
| Flexibility |
High Flex |
| Hilt |
Complex hilt ,Curved quillons ,Knuckle-bow ,One big port ,One small port ,Counterguard |
| Function |
HEMA |
| Assembly |
Modular |
| Collection |
Sport collection |
| Scabbard |
Not available |
DELIVERY PROCESS
▸Premium Dedicated Support: You can rely on our direct support for shipping, ensuring smooth deliveries and resolving any logistical issues promptly.
▸ Secure Handling: Each sword is expertly packaged to ensure safe delivery.
▸ Notification: Receive a tracking email once your order is dispatched.
▸ Estimated Shipping Times: 5 to 10 business days post-production.
▸ Shipping Costs: Calculated based on location and method.
▸ Customs Fees: International duties are the buyer’s responsibility.
WARRANTY
▸ Warranty validity: Our warranty period lasts for 24 months from the date of delivery to the consumer, in accordance with European regulations.
▸ Application: Our warranty applies if the product fails to meet the acceptable standard for safe and common use during the exercise of the HEMA practice or Historical Fencing in general.
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