Roman Maintz Gladius

£163.33

This sword ("gladius" in Latin) found in Mainz, Germany and has a leaf-shaped, 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 light, faux ivory grip is characteristic of this type of gladius and the guard prevents your hand from slipping onto 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 Mainz type gladius.

Total length: 70 cm
Blade length: 50.5 cm
Grip length: 9 cm
Weight: 0.77 kg
Blade thickness (base): 4.3 mm
Blade width (base): 5.5 cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 9 cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Threaded
Scabbard: Wood, leather, brass

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

This product is suitable for: (Read More)
Living History
Test Cutting

SKU: 500360

Stock Status: Usually dispatched in 4-6 weeks

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The short sword was the weapon the Romans used to conquer the world of their day. There was no standard short sword, and their modern names reflect the shape of their blades and the location where they were found.

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Additional Info

Brand	Windlass
Product Use	Living History, Test Cutting
Edge	Blunt - Sharpenable
Specification	Total length: 70 cm Blade length: 50.5 cm Grip length: 9 cm Weight: 0.77 kg Blade thickness (base): 4.3 mm Blade width (base): 5.5 cm Point of Balance (PoB): 9 cm Blade: High Carbon Steel Edge: Blunt Pommel: Threaded Scabbard: Wood, leather, brass All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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Love itReview by Patricia

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Beautifully made gladius great quality for the price the knight shop took care of the delivery as it had to be made by windlass took around 4 weeks..it’s light fast and has great chopping power can’t recommend it enough.. a great addition to my collection.. gonna have to get a scutum now ???? (Posted on 16/10/2024)

Excellent Review by Nick

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Bought this sword recently and I have to say it is spectacular. I’ve done some knife making so feel I have an understanding of fit and finish, and this piece is awesome. It fits in the scabbard beautifully and there’s enough friction that the blade doesn’t slip out when held upside down. The blade itself is beautifully profiled, and the finish is excellent. Modern makers would probably disapprove as the flats of the blade have ripples along them, so it’s been Forged and hand finished rather than ground on a modern belt grinder. Exactly as i expect the originals would have been, which is what this sword has been made to do, represent an example of an original sword.. The brass work on the scabbard is delightful. I think any Roman legionary would’ve been proud to own it. (Posted on 10/11/2023)