Product description
Truly befitting a Roman officer, this stunning Centurion Gladius features a blade made of 1080 high-carbon steel, expertly hand-forged and tempered. The solid wood grip is adorned with metal accents, finished with an antique look for added authenticity. This majestic sword comes with a baldric and a custom wood scabbard, wrapped in leather and accented with antiqued metal details.
The Roman centurion was a pivotal figure in the Roman army, serving as both a leader and a symbol of discipline and efficiency. Commanding a century of around 80 men, centurions were chosen for their experience, bravery, and ability to maintain order on the battlefield. They played a crucial role in executing the complex maneuvers that made the Roman legions so formidable. Their leadership ensured the cohesion and effectiveness of the Roman military machine, contributing significantly to Rome's dominance in the ancient world.
Details:
The total length approx. 714mm with the nut behind the pommel
Overall length approx. 686mm only up the pommel end
Blade length approx. 505mm
Length of the wooden handle approx. 107.7mm
Hand-carved handle with rings (cross section approx.31.9 x 22.5mm) and notches (approx. 26.9 x 18.4mm)
Cross section of the blade at the guard approx. 50.2 x 4.12mm
The widest part of the blade is approx. 155mm off the tip, here the blade has a cross-section of approx. 50.2 x 3.3mm
The narrowest part of the blade lies approx. 190mm off the parry, here is their cross-section approx. 41.19 x 3.8mm
Thickness of the striking edge (cutting edge) approx. 1.2mm
The blade has a diamond cross-section ans is dark patinated
Dimensions of the parry approx. 35.8 x 77.25 x 49.44mm
Pommel and parry are light-alloy castings with old brass finish
The pommel measures approx. 67 x 47.8 x 37.5mm
Material: 1065 High Carbon Steel
Weight of the Sheath with carrying strap approx. 520 g, weight of gladius 790 g
Based on a historical original
Shipment weight (g): 1500 *
We do not sell this product to customers under the age of 18. Click here for more information on the European arms acts.
This item is produced in limited quantities only. This means that every piece is unique. Sizes & finish may vary lightly from piece to piece.
Prevent rust and corrosion by oiling your weapons regularly. Remove rust easily with black sandpaper. Remove burrs with a whetstone. Make sure you have removed all burrs before using a battle-ready weapon, as they can cause wounds.
Tip: How to adjust the finish of your armour and weaponry
Luxurious (polished)- polish the steel with metal polish or toothpaste. You can even give the item a mirror-like polish. Test on a small surface first!
Handmade (matte)- soak the steel in cola for 40 minutes to 20 hours. Check regularly and treat with black sandpaper.
Antique (patinated) leave the steel to rust for some time in a damp environment, preferably outside. Remove the red layer of rust, to reveal the corroded top layer.
Please note. After finishing the product yourself, the warranty and return right expire. Celtic WebMerchant is not responsible for the obtained result."
When packaging this item, we exclusively use 100% recycled plastic and recycled paper/cardboard from FSC certified forests. We reuse a large part of the material directly without the intervention of a recycling process.
Recycle the material by separating your waste:
1. Cardboard: separate or reuse your paper.
2. Plastic cushions, clothing bags and plastic tape: separate or reuse your plastic. If possible, pierce the cushions with a volume reduction needle.
3. Paper packaging for jewelry and small items: these have a plastic inner layer. Remove these, then separate your paper and plastic.
Read here about how we are committed to sustainability.
