Cold Steel Cinquedea Black/Silver 20 1/2in. A blade worn exclusively for civilian self-defense it was essentially the precursor to the civilian side sword and the rapier and yet this instrument of personal protection seems to have owed much of its design to fashion as it did to the cut and thrust of mortal combat. Surviving examples of these unusual short handled and steeply tapered blades are often highly embellished and ornate. With etched or gilded blades and deep multiple fullers that border on jewelry rather than weaponry; but beneath the romanticisms of high renaissance fashion lay a tool made with purpose. A wide stiff cut and thrust blade that could be brought into play in confined spaces and deliver a mortal wound Cold Steel's interpretation of the Cinquedea is made from expertly heat treated 1055 carbon steel with a highly engraved guard and pommel and a hand-carved rosewood grip. The Cinquedea is sold complete with a leather scabbard with engraved steel throat and chape. Specifications for Cold Steel Cinquedea: Manufacturer: Cold Steel Blade Length: 14.5 in Overall Length: 20.5 in Blade Shape: Dagger Blade Material: 1060 Knife Application: Fixed Blade Included Accessories: Leather Scabbard with Engraved Steel Fittings Handle Material: Leather Blade Finish: Satin Handle Color: Silver Black Handle Length: 6 in Blade Thickness: 0.125 in Sheath Material: Leather Weight: 28.7 oz Color: Black/Silver Blade Type: Dagger Features of Cold Steel Cinquedea: Made from expertly heat treated 1055 carbon steel Highly engraved guard and pommel Hand-carved rosewood grip Sold complete with a leather scabbard with engraved steel throat and chape Blade is 14 1/2" long and 1/8" thick Overall length: 20 1/2" Package Contents: Cold Steel Cinquedea Leather Scabbard with Engraved Steel Fittings Cold Steel CS-88CDEA: Cinquedea Black/Silver 20 1/2in Cold Steel CS-88CDEA: Cinquedea Black/Silver 20 1/2in