Roman Gladius Sword- High Carbon Damascus Steel- 24"

Roman Gladius Sword- High Carbon Damascus Steel- 24"

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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.

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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

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Authentic Roman Gladius Sword - 24" High Carbon Damascus Steel

Introduction: Embark on a journey back to Ancient Rome with our meticulously crafted Gladius Sword, a symbol of Roman foot soldiers' might and skill. The Gladius, Latin for 'sword', was central to Roman warfare, especially during close combat following initial javelin attacks. Drawing inspiration from the Greek designs and later influenced by the Celtiberians, our Gladius is a replica of the renowned gladius hispaniensis - a testament to the Roman prowess in sword-making and military strategy.

Blade Craftsmanship: This Gladius is forged from pattern-welded Damascus steel, known for its exceptional hardness and striking layered appearance. Comprising 11 pieces of steel folded five times, the blade showcases an intricate 352-layer pattern. The core of this exceptional blade is high carbon 1095 steel - the apex of carbon steel in sword-making. This fusion results in a sword that is not only sharp and enduring but also resilient enough to withstand intense combat scenarios, reflecting a Rockwell hardness rating of 55-56 HRC.

Handle and Sheath Design: The sword's handle is crafted from quality wood, complemented by brass bolsters, ensuring a sturdy and comfortable grip. It is paired with a durable leather sheath, providing safe storage and adding to its authentic Roman aesthetic.

Detailed Specifications:

  • Handle Material: Wood with Brass Bolsters
  • Overall Length: 24 inches
  • Blade Hardness: 55-56 HRC on the Rockwell scale
  • Layer Count: 352 in Damascus steel
  • Sheath: Premium Leather
  • Blade Composition:
    • 6 pieces Carbon Steel (#43 and #40)
    • 5 pieces High Carbon Steel 1095
    • Progressive Layering Technique from 1st to 5th fold

Conclusion: The High Carbon Damascus Steel Gladius Sword, measuring 24 inches, is not just a weapon, but a piece of history. Ideal for enthusiasts of Roman history, collectors, and practitioners of historical martial arts, this sword is a tangible connection to the legendary Roman gladiators and soldiers.

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