{"product_id":"product-8","title":"Antique Practice Rapier with Bell-Shaped Guard - Authentic Historical Item","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBBAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eThis unique\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eantique rapier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis not a modern replica, but a historical practice piece used for fencing training in the distant past. With its characteristic,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eflat tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eit was clearly designed for safe use when practicing the \"noble art of fencing\". This type of sword is known for its long, slender thrusting blade and extensive hand protection.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBRAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eA true eye-catcher for collectors of historical weapons or enthusiasts of martial arts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"AdPoic\" aria-level=\"3\" role=\"heading\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eThis piece shows signs of its age and use, which adds to its authenticity and charm.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEIBxAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFlat and blunt, as intended for training.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEIBxAB\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eGuard (handguard):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe cup-shaped guard is currently slightly loose and shows a beautiful, weathered patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEIBxAC\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe original handle covering is a bit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e loose\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEIBxAD\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eClear\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003einscriptions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003emaker's mark\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare present on the blade and guard, which allow for further identification and provenance determination for the connoisseur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Fsg96\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"AdPoic\" aria-level=\"3\" role=\"heading\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEICBAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePractice rapier \/ Foil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEICBAB\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMetal, probably carbon steel (blade), weathered metal (hilt)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEICBAC\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEstimate: 18th - 19th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEICBAD\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUsed, with historical wear and loose parts as described.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-hveid=\"CAEICBAD\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 107 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Antiekhuys","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56287847743832,"sku":null,"price":119.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/9919\/1896\/files\/20251127-103927.jpg?v=1764240188","url":"https:\/\/antiekhuys.nl\/en\/products\/product-8","provider":"Antiekhuys","version":"1.0","type":"link"}