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88HRDL Cold Steel
FUNCTIONAL
RONDEL DAGGER

List Price $215.00
Our Price: $189.90

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RONDEL DAGGER 88HRDL Cold Steel
Cold Steel’s Rondel Dagger is inspired by historical examples of the combative incarnation of this medieval dagger. Rather than a multi-purpose tool, this version was a specialized weapon. A side arm developed for in-fighting, to pierce mail or heavy clothing, and to slip through gaps in plate armor.
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The long, straight triple-edged and hollow ground blade is incredibly stiff and terminates in a needle sharp point. The blade is richly blued, then the edges are hand polished, giving the Rondel its handsome appearance. The handle of the Rondel Dagger is turned and intricately hand-carved from Rosewood, with brass pins added to give further decoration and more traction to the grip. The period-correct double dish guard and pommel are further embellished with file work and offer incredible hand protection.
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An historically accurate hand-stitched leather sheath with blued steel throat and chape allows the Rondel Dagger be tied to a belt or baldric and comfortably worn in a variety of positions. Perfect for Historical European Martial Arts practitioners who are studying the treatise or manuscripts on Rondel application, or a fine addition to the collection of a historical re-enactor or weapons enthusiast.

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Overall Length: 16 1/2"
Blade Length: 11 1/2"
Blade: 1055 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Point of Balance: 1/2"

Blade Width: 11/16"
Thickness: 5/8"
Handle: 5"
Guard & Pommel Width: 7/8"
Grip Length: 4 3/8"
Grip: Rosewood w/brass studs
Pommel: Nut
Weight: 13.6 oz

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spacer The rondel dagger evolved in the 14th century from the early knightly dagger of the 12th to 13th centuries, matching the evolution of full plate armour. By the 15th century it had become the standard side-arm for knights, and would have been carried into battles such as the Battle of Agincourt in 1415.
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They were a knight's backup weapon to be used in hand-to-hand fighting, and as such one of their last lines of defense. They were principally designed for use with a stabbing action, either underarm, or over arm with a reverse grip (reminiscent of an ice pick).

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