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Shaping and sanding difficulties. (Rapier)

Maybe a "smallsword" would describe it best... Although the handle and guard are a bit big for that "type".

I use quotes because these types are a modern invention and don't really represent historical language.
 
Many folks think flex has to do with HT. Flex is a matter of geometry and thickness. Young's Modulus is the same for hardened steel as unhardened steel. The only difference a good HT makes is whether it bends, or breaks when flexed beyond the critical point

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I see all them now.
 
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