Looking for a rapier identical to this one.

[Dmitry]

Originally Posted by kronckew

p.s. - i wound a bit of flat maroon 'shoelace' around the square section ricasso between the 1st ring guard and the crossbar to make it a bit more comfortable. probably should have used leather but don't have the leather. i can however 'macrame'.

You can get an old leather glove, cut off one of the fingers, and stitch it over the back of the ricasso. If I was playing with it, I'd also get some braided wire and put it in the recesses on the grip, drill small holes where they terminate, and secure the ends with tooth-picks. The hilt can be cold-blued on the cheap. That should go over well with the ladies.

[kronckew]

sounds good. it'll keep me busy and out of trouble anyway!

[Jim McDougall]

I dont have much to add, but just wanted to say this is an outstanding example of perfectly gentlemanly discussion, which even though has wandered a little from the topic, is informative and comfortable reading.
Even though the extremely nicely made rapier Wayne presented is clearly a modern reproduction, it was shown in good faith and I like the way no defensiveness developed by any parties in responses.

I admit I have often been dismayed and frustrated many times over such wanderings on threads as I have always been intent on historical focus, but you guys remind me that we are just guys talking on common interests here. Actually thats kinda nice and we still learn a lot together, even if a wander or ramble here and there happens,.

Thanks guys,
Jim

[kronckew]

thanks jim - and dimitry.
i can always use more help with the ladies...