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Arms & Armor Rondel Dagger
Original: Circa 1379, as depicted in an Italian fresco Rondel daggers, named for the disc-shaped plates used in place of guard and/or pommel, were popular throughout the late Middle Ages as a sidearm of both knight and common man. The discs could be round or other shapes (hexagonal, octagonal, etc.) and could also be layered with wood or other metals. Arms & Armor's Rondel Dagger is based on one pictured in a late 14th century Italian fresco and shows a great deal of panache. Rather than flat discs for the rondels, this dagger has steel rondels of a scalloped hexagonal shape, fluted on top. The stabilized ash grip is six-sided as well, and its flutes spiral away from the lower rondel, providing a secure grip that is also attractive. The blade is nearly .25 inch thick and is single-edged, as many originals were. The last 2.45 inches of the blade's spine are beveled to form a false edge. The sturdy blade of 6150 steel is sharp as well, and would be lethal in cut or thrust. See our hands-on review for more information on this dagger. Overall length: 17.125" Weight: .65 pounds Width of lower rondel: 1.375" Width of upper rondel: 1.875" Blade: 12.5" long; 1.125" wide tapering to .25" Grip and rondels: 4.5" Maker: Arms & Armor of Minnesota |
