Espada de lazo is a Loop Style Guard used between the 15th to 17th century sideswords and Rapiers.

The loop guard is the most common type of complex hilt. They are characterized by having at least one band of steel, either round or flat, sometimes with several bands or rings combining to protect the hand from being struck by the opponent’s sword. This hilt can also include posts, pegs, and loops of metal spanning from one end of the hilt to the other. They can have one quillon or two with or without a knuckle guard.

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