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This Roman Pompeii style Gladius has a blade forged from high carbon steel; the guard and pommel are carved from polished dark hardwood and the grip is sculpted from bone. A steel guard plate is fitted atop the wooden guard. A removable felt tab at the base of the blade cushions the guard plate from scratching when in contact with the scabbard.
The classic Imperial Roman short sword, named for where an original was found in the ruins of Pompeii (reliably dating from 79 CE). Our faithful recreation is based on one pictured in Michael Simkins' Warriors of Rome, though all the hilt components are hand-made, and no two are exactly alike.
The oval guard and flattened spherical pommel are hand-carved wood with an inset brass guard plate, and the grip is natural bone. The diamond cross-section blade, heat-treated at Deepeeka for maximum flexibility and cutting performance, has a 50 percent distal taper. This gladius, unlike many others on the market, has a very strong rectangular tang throughout, and is peened and threaded for extra strength.
This is the sword that conquered most of the known world. The Roman Army's approach to warfare was direct and pragmatic. It chose the Gladius as its principal sidearm because it was practical and efficient and excelled in any close combat situation. The early Gladius (our version is the Maintz pattern) was wasp waisted with a long point that combined cutting power and stabbing ability in one handy weapon. Later versions (we offer you the Pompeii) were not waisted and had a shorter point but were just as effective - and easier to make. Both swords served side-by-side for many years and it was not uncommon to find 4th century Legionaires carrying the earlier model.
We can also provide Engraving Services. Click Here to see more details.
This item can be personalized as follows:
Initials: 1 line, up to 3 characters from grip to tip
Please note: We cannot accept returns on sharpened or personalized items (i.e. engraved) that are not defective. They may not be returned because of the customization that has been done to the product. Be sure when you order all sales are final!
The classic Imperial Roman short sword, named for where an original was found in the ruins of Pompeii (reliably dating from 79 CE). Our faithful recreation is based on one pictured in Michael Simkins' Warriors of Rome, though all the hilt components are hand-made, and no two are exactly alike.
The oval guard and flattened spherical pommel are hand-carved wood with an inset brass guard plate, and the grip is natural bone. The diamond cross-section blade, heat-treated at Deepeeka for maximum flexibility and cutting performance, has a 50 percent distal taper. This gladius, unlike many others on the market, has a very strong rectangular tang throughout, and is peened and threaded for extra strength.
This is the sword that conquered most of the known world. The Roman Army's approach to warfare was direct and pragmatic. It chose the Gladius as its principal sidearm because it was practical and efficient and excelled in any close combat situation. The early Gladius (our version is the Maintz pattern) was wasp waisted with a long point that combined cutting power and stabbing ability in one handy weapon. Later versions (we offer you the Pompeii) were not waisted and had a shorter point but were just as effective - and easier to make. Both swords served side-by-side for many years and it was not uncommon to find 4th century Legionaires carrying the earlier model.
Measurements:
Overall Length: 28-5/8''
Blade: 20-7/16''
Blade: EN45 High Carbon Steel
Thickness: 5mm - 3.2mm
Width: 49.2mm - 56.3mm
P.O.B.: 4-3/4''
Edge: Unsharpened
Grip: 3-1/2''
Pommel: Nut
Weight: 2 lbs 3.2 oz
We can also provide Engraving Services. Click Here to see more details.
This item can be personalized as follows:
Initials: 1 line, up to 3 characters from grip to tip
Please note: We cannot accept returns on sharpened or personalized items (i.e. engraved) that are not defective. They may not be returned because of the customization that has been done to the product. Be sure when you order all sales are final!
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