Main Gauche - Black Titanium by Kingston Arms
This Main Gauche features a sleek 24 1/4" high carbon steel blade with a black titanium coating, providing both durability and a striking appearance. The 3 1/4" grip is wrapped in brown cord, offering a comfortable and secure hold, even when wearing fencing gloves. The matte-finished stainless steel guard and pommel complete the dagger's sophisticated look while providing essential protection.
The Main Gauche, or "left hand" dagger in French, was a popular companion weapon to the rapier in 17th century Europe. It was an integral part of the dueling culture, where skilled swordsmen used it for both offensive and defensive maneuvers. The Schools of Fence of the period taught the combined use of rapier and Main Gauche, elevating swordplay to an art form essential for a gentleman's education.
**Features**
- High carbon steel blade with black titanium coating
- Matte-finished stainless steel guard and pommel
- Brown cord-wrapped grip
- Designed for use with or without fencing gloves
- Historically inspired design
**Specifications**
- Overall length: 16 1/2 inches
- Blade length: 11 inches
- Handle length: 5 1/2 inches
- Weight: 13 ounces
- Width at guard: 0.85 inches
- Thickness at guard: 0.21 inches
- Thickness at tip: 0.09 inches
The Kingston Arms Main Gauche - Black Titanium offers a perfect blend of historical accuracy and modern craftsmanship. Its sleek design and quality construction make it an excellent choice for collectors, reenactors, and martial arts practitioners looking for an authentic Renaissance-style dagger.
Specs may vary from piece to piece.
