Emperor Gladius Sword- High Carbon Damascus Steel - 30"

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About Battling Blades

Battling Blades is a family-owned business based in Deerfield, Illinois. We design, sell and customize swords, knives, axes, armor and related historical, fantasy and collectible products.

Our catalog includes longswords, katanas, Viking swords, gladius swords, rapiers, cutlasses, scimitars, axes, knives, armor, shields and custom-made products.

What We Do

Battling Blades focuses on historically inspired, fantasy-inspired and custom collectible blades.

Customers can shop finished products from our catalog or create custom swords, knives, axes and spears through our Create Your Own product line.

Our custom options allow customers to choose materials, dimensions, construction features, engraving, artwork, scabbards and other design details. For more specialized designs, customers can submit reference images, drawings or written descriptions.

Custom Swords and Personalized Products

One of our main specialties is custom sword design.

Customers can use our custom sword builder to choose a sword style, blade steel, length, handle design, guard, pommel, scabbard, engraving and personalization options.

Available custom sword options may include:

  • Longswords
  • Viking swords
  • Katanas
  • Gladius swords
  • Rapiers
  • Greatswords
  • Cutlasses
  • Scimitars
  • Fantasy swords
  • Ceremonial swords
  • Original custom designs

Customers may also upload a picture, drawing or written description when the listed selections do not match the sword they want.

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Materials and Construction

Our products use a range of materials depending on the item and configuration, including high-carbon steel, Damascus steel, stainless steel, wood, leather, bone, micarta and metal fittings.

Product pages include available specifications such as blade material, length, hardness, handle material, construction details, scabbard type and personalization options.

Many custom swords can be configured with 1095 high-carbon steel, Damascus steel, full-tang construction, sharpening, blade engraving and custom scabbards.

Engraving and Custom Artwork

Battling Blades offers personalization options on many products, including blade engraving, scabbard engraving, names, initials, dates, logos, symbols, custom artwork and UV printing where available.

Personalized and made-to-order items are produced according to the selected options and submitted customer details.

Customer Service

Our customer-service team responds to messages within one business day, Monday through Friday.

If a question requires input from a manufacturing or shipping partner, we will explain the next step and provide a realistic timeline.

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Battling Blades is located at:

444 Lake Cook Road, Suite 26
Deerfield, IL 60015

For product questions, order support, custom-order help or engraving questions, contact us at:

support@battlingblades.com

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The Gladius Sword: The Essence of Roman Valor

Introducing the Gladius Sword, a remarkable embodiment of Roman martial excellence. This 30" sword pays homage to the primary weapon of the ancient Roman foot soldiers, blending historical significance with exemplary craftsmanship. The Gladius, translating to "sword" in Latin, is the epitome of functionality and traditional design, showcasing the disciplined fighting style of the Roman legionnaires.

Blade Mastery: A Damascus Artistry At the core of this Gladius Sword lies the meticulous craft of pattern-welded Damascus steel. This ancient forging technique imbues the sword with 352 layers of rugged beauty, achieved by folding 11 pieces of steel five times. The steel undergoes rigorous heat treatment to attain a Rockwell hardness rating between 55 and 56 HRC, representing a perfect balance of hardness and durability.

The blade material is an extraordinary ensemble of high carbon steel, specifically 1095 steel, revered for its supreme carbon content. This composition empowers the sword with a potent edge, capable of enduring powerful impacts while retaining a commendable level of flexibility—traits indispensable on the ancient battlefields.

Handle: A Grip of Heritage The handle of this Gladius Sword is crafted from durable wood, augmented with brass bolsters to ensure a sturdy grip. This traditional assembly not only provides a comfortable handling experience but also resonates with the Roman ethos of simplicity and efficiency.

Sword Specifications

  • Handle Material: Wood with Brass Bolsters
  • Overall Length: 30"
  • Rockwell Hardness: 55-56 HRC
  • Number of layers: 352
  • Sheath: Wood Sheath
  • Blade Material: 1095 Steel

Layered Legacy

  • 1st Fold: 11x2=22 Layers
  • 2nd Fold: 22*2=44 Layers
  • 3rd Fold: 44*2=88 Layers
  • 4th Fold: 88*2=176 Layers
  • 5th Fold: 176*2=352 Layers

A Testament to Roman Prowess: With every thrust and swing, the Gladius Sword narrates tales of ancient battles, valiant soldiers, and the relentless spirit of the Roman empire. The sword comes with a finely crafted wood sheath, echoing the simplicity and practicality of the Roman military design. This sword isn’t merely a weapon; it's a slice of history, a celebration of the Roman era.

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