Roman Gladius, Cold Steel

Roman gladius - The legendary short sword weapon of ancient Rome

The Roman gladius is one of the most famous swords of antiquity and served as the standard weapon of the legionaries. Its characteristic double-edged blade with a long, sharp point made it the perfect stabbing weapon, capable of effectively penetrating even the body armour of the time.

High-quality workmanship and modern design

This modern interpretation by Cold Steel® is not an exact replica of a specific historical gladius, but combines the most important features of this weapon in a high-quality new version. The blade has the classic shape of a gladius, but is made of spring-hardened carbon steel, which ensures high stability and durability. Both sides of the blade are fully ground and polished to a mirror finish. The long tip is extremely robust and resistant to bending or breakage.

The handle is made of fine rosewood and is decorated in the traditional style to preserve the authentic appearance of the Roman short sword. The matching scabbard is made of wood, covered with high-quality black leather and finished with decorative elements such as a mouth plate, a metal guard and carrying rings made of solid brass.

Technical details:

• Total length: approx. 71.1 cm

• Blade length: approx. 50.8 cm

• Blade thickness: approx. 8 mm

• Handle length: approx. 20.3 cm

• Weight: approx. 1.2 kg (incl. sheath approx. 1.6 kg)

• Material: High-quality carbon steel

• Includes sheath made of wood and leather

• Cold Steel article number: CS-SW-RMNGLD

Historical background

The gladius was introduced by the Romans in the 3rd century BC and was the favoured close combat weapon of legionaries until the 3rd century AD . With its compact design, the short sword was perfectly suited to the tight formations of the Roman infantry. Especially in combination with the scutum shield, the gladius enabled fast and precise attacks.

Legal information

This item is only for sale to persons over the age of 18. Please enter your date of birth in the order form. We also require a copy of your identity card, driving licence or other official document by e-mail, scan, fax or post.

Safety note

• This product may havesharp cutting edges. Improper or careless handling can lead to injuries.

• The gladius is a collector's and decorative item that should be handled with care.

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