Paul Chen/Hanwei IP-023 Legacy Arms Roman Maintz Gladius Sword 29-1/4" Overall Length 21" 5160 Carbon Steel Blade, Wood w/LeatherCovered Handle, Leather Wrapped Wood Scabbard  "MFG'S Price $255.00"Thank you and good luck!!

Paul Chen/Hanwei IP-023 Legacy Arms Roman Maintz Gladius Sword 29-1/4" Overall Length 21" 5160 Carbon Steel Blade, Wood w/Leather Covered Handle, Leather Wrapped Wood Scabbard! Most early versions of the Roman Gladius were wasp waisted with a long point that combined cutting power and stabbing ability in one handy weapon. Some of the later versions (like the Generation2/Legacy Arms version) were made with a straighter blade but still with the long point. Even later versions (like the Pompeii pattern) were not waisted and also had a shorter point but were just as effective - and easier to make. Both swords served side-by-side for many years and it was not uncommon to find 4th century Legionnaires carrying either model. The gladius is known as "the sword that conquered the world". High carbon blade, hardwood handle. High polished steel spacer at the bottom of the handle for strength and durability. Sword also includes a wood scabbard wrapped in black leather with steel accents at the throat and tip. NOTE: The blade is flat. That is not a fuller in the picture. Features SwordGladius StyleFinger GroovesHandguardPommelSteel Spacer Specifications Blade Length: 21"Handle Length: 8.25"Overall Length: 29.25"Blade Steel: 5160 Carbon SteelBlade Thickness: 0.18"Handle Material: Wood with Polished Steel SpacersScabbard Material: Leather Wrapped WoodWeight: 2.5 lbs. Made in the Philippines UPC Code: 615642016236 Specs will vary slightly from piece to piece.   Paul Chen/Hanwei IP-023 Legacy Arms Roman Maintz Gladius Sword 29-1/4" Overall Length 21" 5160 Carbon Steel Blade, Wood w/LeatherCovered Handle, Leather Wrapped Wood Scabbard  "MFG'S Price $255.00" "World Wide SPECIAL" "GET ONE BEFORE THEY ARE ALL GONE" "Made In China"