The "Venetian" Italian Sidesword

 

Essentially, sideswords are the halfway point between the medieval arming sword and Renaissance rapier. Most, though certainly not all, are longer than an arming sword, but shorter than a rapier. The hilts have a tendency to be more complex than arming swords, but less than rapiers. There are many exceptions however. A famous style of sidesword called the "Munich," or "Town Guard" style, features a hilt with several more rings and bars than this model. 

The Venetian draws its inspiration from several swords, even the sword of Francisco Pizarro, but its main inspirations are two very famous examples of sideswords at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Doges Palace in Venice, both of which feature Norman Type 41 hilts.

 

Sideswords like the Venetian model are deadly fast and agile. The blade is short enough and broad enough to still be effective at cutting, while the well executed distal taper and fine tip make it an agile thruster. The large pommel moves the balance closer to the hilt, making the sword feel lighter in the hand. The fine tapers and smooth curves of the hilt give this blade an elegant functionality any  Venetian mariner would be proud to wield.

 

Price Estimate

• A base model shown costs about $1050.
• Additions, such as a scabbard, are extra.
• Customization can be made upon request, and may affect the price.