Roman Pompeii Gladius
- SKU
- 500598
Product Description
The short sword was the weapon the Romans used to conquer the world of their day. They did not have a standard short sword, and the modern names reflect the shape of their blades and the location where they were found.
This sword ("gladius" in Latin) was found in Pompeii, Italy and has a straight, double-edged blade. It was as effective for cuts as it was for thrusts, which means it was the perfect sword for close combat.
The entire hilt, including the grip, is made of selected hardwood: ash and maple, to be precise. The guard prevents your hand from slipping down the blade after a strong thrust. The ample, ball-shaped pommel keeps your hand on the grip after strong cuts. A scabbard with ornamental brass applications comes with this Pompeii type gladius.
Total Length: 69cm
Blade Length: 51cm
Grip Length: 8.5cm
Weight: 0.77kg
Blade Thickness (base): 4.2mm
Blade Width (base): 5.3cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 10cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Threaded
Scabbard: Wood, Leather, Brass
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Windlass |
|---|---|
| Product Use | Living History, Test Cutting |
| Edge | Blunt - Sharpenable |
| Specification | Total Length: 69cm |
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