Main Gauche Parrying Dagger by Man at Arms

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Main Gauche or Parrying Dagger 17th Century.

Designed to complement the Rapier this dagger features a ring to help protect the back of the hand and has long straight quillons to deflect an opponent’s blade. This style of fighting with a dagger in the off hand quickly became the norm all across Europe. The Dagger was often worn at the back slanted for a left hand draw and was often called a Left Hand Dagger. Comes with a high quality stiff heavy black leather scabbard.

Specifications:

Overall Length: 18"
Blade Specs: 3/16” Thick x 1 1/8” Wide x12’’ Long
P.O.B.: Right at the cross guard
Weight: 1lbs.