This sword breaker or sword catcher is based on numerous museum
examples. The dagger is used in the Right hand with the teeth pointing
downward and used to trap your opponent's blade. A classic Renaissance
piece.
Sword Breaker Dagger is based on an early 17th century style
Reproduction by EGKH Expert Black Smith. Daggers such as this were often
wielded in the off hand as a parrying weapon in conjunction with a
rapier. The unique blade style was used to trap the opponents blade, and
in some cases snap it off. The guard and pommel are made of steel,
while the grip is wood with a Brass and Zinc wire wrap. The sharpened
blade is made of well tempered Chrome-Vanadium steel with a hardness of
50 HRC and is pined to the pommel for durability.
Comes with a decorated sheath and a custom throat fitting.
Single edged with a 28 cm blade.
This dagger comes with a steel chape and locket as standard.
Grip length – 10 cm
Blade length – 28 cm
Overall length – 44 cm
Blade thickness at hilt – 6 mm
Handle components – Carbon Steel