{"title":"Mains gauches","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"582\" data-start=\"105\"\u003eParrying Dagger\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"582\" data-start=\"105\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"582\" data-start=\"105\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"122\" data-start=\"108\"\u003eparrying dagger\u003c\/strong\u003e was an indispensable sidearm for European swordsmen in the late Middle Ages and Renaissance. This compact weapon was carried in the left hand and combined defense and attack in a single functional design. In a time when the rapier was central to the art of dueling, the parrying dagger offered the finesse and control needed to block attacks at close range, guide the opponent's blade, or create an opening for a counterattack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1163\" data-start=\"584\"\u003eOver the centuries, various variants were developed. Some daggers featured a wide metal shield or shell-shaped guard to provide more hand safety, while other models had a more complex blade to trap enemy swords. Two famous examples are the \u003cstrong data-end=\"910\" data-start=\"894\"\u003esword breaker\u003c\/strong\u003e, with deep notches to trap a blade, and the \u003cstrong data-end=\"980\" data-start=\"964\"\u003etrident dagger\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose blade could unfold into three prongs. These special editions were less common but demonstrate the craftsmanship and creativity of the weaponsmiths of that time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1163\" data-start=\"584\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1163\" data-start=\"584\"\u003eMain gauche\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1163\" data-start=\"584\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1496\" data-start=\"1165\"\u003eAround the 17th century, the classic parrying dagger gave way to the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1243\" data-start=\"1228\"\u003emain gauche\u003c\/strong\u003e, a robust left-hand weapon that became especially popular in Italy and Spain. This dagger had longer quillons, a wide knuckle guard, and decorations that matched the accompanying rapier. Together they formed an elegant yet deadly combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1790\" data-start=\"1498\"\u003eAlthough the use of parrying daggers in modern fencing has largely disappeared, the weapon remains popular in HEMA, reenactment, and historical swordsmanship. Thanks to its unique appearance and versatility, the parrying dagger remains a fascinating part of the European fighting tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"main-gauge-met-houten-grip","title":"Main Gauche, left hand-dagger, sharp","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis main gauche is made after several 17th century originals. It has a wooden grip and a cross-guard with finger ring. This main gauche is made in the same style as the 'German rapier with turned hilt'.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003eThe main gauche has a carbon steel blade with a 50-52 HRC hardness. It is 56,50 cm long with a blade of 44 cm, it weighs 200 grams.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e","brand":"Hanwei","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50993686282568,"sku":"HN-SH2117","price":210.85,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/file_629d1310-2a88-4f75-a64d-76090bc07437.jpg?v=1753437968"},{"product_id":"gustav-ii-main-gauge","title":"Gustav II. Main Gauche left handed dagger, sharp","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful main gauche is made in the same style as the 'Gustav II rapier'. This main gauche has a grip wrapped round with wire thread decorated with two Turkish knots. The cross-guard is provided with a finger ring. The blade is made of carbon steel with a 50-52 HRC hardness.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003eThis main gauche is 43,2 cm long with a blade of 28,25 cm and weighs 340 grams.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e","brand":"Hanwei","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50993687101768,"sku":"HN-SH2209","price":210.85,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/file_a3c52974-82ed-4cb3-86a8-b9ae2ee2e5b1.jpg?v=1753437977"},{"product_id":"musketier-main-gauche","title":"Musketeer main gauche, semi-sharp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful main gauche by Windlass Steelcraft based on historical daggers. The main gauche is a left-handed dagger that musketeers used alongside the rapier for a two-handed fighting style. This main gauche has several notches to block the opponent's blade. The basket protects the hand from the enemy's weapons. Musketeers wore the main gauche at the back so they could pull it quickly if needed. The basket of this main gauche is decorated with an engraved cross. It is delivered including a leather scabbard. The semi-sharp tempered blade is made of 1055 carbon steel with a hardness of 48 HRC. Great for wall decoration, for reenacment and Three Musketeers Cosplay. 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It was also a status symbol and was worn on the historical garments for self-defense. The semi-sharp blade is made of 1055 carbon steel with a hardness of 48-52 HRC and is delivered including scabbard. When blunted, the blade is perfect for Historical European Martial Arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e","brand":"Windlass Steelcrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51007274418504,"sku":"400326","price":127.55,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/DSC02939.jpg?v=1760704770"},{"product_id":"dolk-muenchen-renaissance","title":"Renaissance dagger Munich, semi-sharp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful dagger by Windlass Steelcrafts, based on original daggers from the 16th century. Daggers like this were used in the Renaissance in southern cities like Munich. During this period a dagger was used in combination with sword fighting. It was also used as a stand-alone weapon instead of a sword. This elegant dagger has a grip wrapped with steel wire, a blade with a hole pattern at the top and a bent cross-guard. The semi-sharp blade is made of 1065 carbon steel and tempered to a hardness of 48-52 HRC. When blunted, the blade is perfect for Renaissance reenactment and Historical European Martial Arts. The dagger is also beautiful for collectors of historical replica daggers and for a Renaissance costume. The dagger is delivered including black leather scabbard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e","brand":"Windlass Steelcrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51007360893256,"sku":"402806","price":95.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/file_1500eb2f-8e12-48f3-b022-a72e25354d87.jpg?v=1753558159"},{"product_id":"hema-main-gauche-medium-flexibiliteit","title":"HEMA main gauche, medium flexibility, blunt (battle-ready)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis main gauche was designed for HEMA, historical European Martial arts. The main gauche dagger was used in combination with the rapier and was suitable for catching the opponent's rapier. It is equipped with a protective basket. This main gauche has a blade with medium flexibility. This is the most common type of blade used for HEMA tournaments. The blade can have a maximum pressure of 8 to 9 kg. 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