Product description
The gladius is the weapon that enabled Roman legionaries to conquer a large part of the world. There are different types of gladii, which are named after their place of origin. This gladius is of the Mainz type, the first originals were found in the German city of Mainz, this type was a double-edged sword that was primarily intended for stabbing.
This luxurious gladius is an asset for collectors of classical weapons and for Roman re-enactors. It is not based on a certain original gladius, but on different originals from the first century AD. This replica has a blade made of EN45 steel and a hilt of bone and wood with a screwed pommel. The gladius is delivered including a beautiful luxurious red leather scabbard that is decorated with several brass fittings, one of which is a palmette. This is an ornament shaped like styled palm leaves, which has been used since the second millennium BC. The scabbard also has brass rings, so you can hang it on your belt.
