Description

Gladius Pompeii

Circa 100 BC

The Roman Army’s approach to warfare was direct and pragmatic. They chose the gladius as their principal sidearm because it was practical, efficient, and excelled in any close combat situation. This is the sword that conquered most of the known world.

The later version was not waisted and had a shorter point but was just as effective and easier to make.

Our version of this, the Pompeii, has a high carbon steel blade and a turned ash and maple handle.

Originals were excavated from the ruins of Pompeii. You can see examples in H. Russell Robinson’s book “What the Soldiers Wore on Hadrian’s Wall”

“The light and the efficient” – this is what the Gladius was known as among ancient Roman army. It was the principal sidearm as it could be efficiently used in any close combat situation. Pompeii was one of the later versions.

Includes a leather-covered wood scabbard with a brass throat and tip (locket and chape). Made by Windlass Steelcrafts

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Overall: 28″
• Blade Length : 19-1/2″
• Blade Width: 2″
• Blade Thickness: 3/16″
• Grip Length: 3-1/2″
• Weight: 1 lb 13 oz
• Material: 1075 High Carbon Steel

Made by Windlass Steelcrafts®