Cold Steel Roman Gladius 28.5"

The Cold Steel Roman Gladius 28.5" sword is the most well-known piece of ancient weaponry and a daily component of the Roman foot soldier arsenal. The Cold Steel Roman Gladius features a 20" high carbon steel double-edge traditional shape blade with a highly mirror-polished finish. This fixed blade has rosewood handles carved and decorated in the classical style. It is 28.5" overall and weighs 42.6oz. Includes a wood scabbard covered in black leather and accented with a throat, chape, and carrying rings made of solid brass. This Cold Steel Roman Gladius interpretation is not a reproduction of a specific ancient Gladius but is a collection of this venerable sword's distinct features. It is fully functional and battlefield ready.