Roman Gladius Sword, Pompeii Blade

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Roman Gladius Sword with Pompeii Style Blade
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Roman Gladius Sword - Another winning Generation 2 design. A classic Imperial Roman short sword, named for where an original was found in the ruins of Pompeii (reliably dating from 79 CE). Although the Pompeii blade is double edged, it does not have the distribution of mass to make it an efficient cutting sword. Our version features a full tang construction, high carbon blade, hard wood handle. High polished steel spacer at the bottom of the handle for strength and durability. A wood scabbard, wrapped in leather is included. Read how the Generation2 Swords and Daggers are Made Click Here! Blade length: 22"
Handle/Hilt length: 7.5"
Overall: 29.5"
Balance Point: 3.5" Below Hilt
Weight: 1 lbs. 14 oz.
Note: The blade is 3/16" high carbon spring steel with a full hefty tang. We tested it on several 2"x4" standing up and split them with no marring on the blade. We then tested it on a 2"x4" cross ways resting on each side on a solid rest and came straight down. It did not cut all the way through but it did cut deep and again did not mar the blade or edge. We then went to the ultimate test Steel-to-SteelSM. We did 9 good blows, it nicked the blade but did not break the blade not break the tang or handle in either of these test.

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IP-022-2 Roman Gladius (In Stock)	Roman Gladius Qty: Price: $189.00
Gen2-Oil ($4.99 each 2oz. bottle when ordered with this sword)	~~$5.50~~ / $4.99 Generation 2 Sword Oil Qty: Price: $4.99

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Note .. The construction of this sword makes it suitable for Steel-to-Steel.
Also Note..This sword (and or dagger) comes very sharp.
These instruments are NOT toys, their use requires the training and supervision of a qualified Teacher or Trainer in
sword use or fencing. Their use in ANY other form (i.e. chopping trees down in the backyard, etc. ;-) can result
in severe injury to the user and to the instrument, and is not warranted by Imperial Weapons. If you are not
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