Nice Looking Gladius, But... (Dynasty Forge Review)

** Specifications **

Overall length: 75 cm (29-1/2'')
Blade length: 55 cm (21.65'')
Blade thickness: 8.2 mm (1/3'') tapering down to 3-7 mm (0.12-0.275'') near the tip
Point of balance: 10 cm / 4''
Weight: 1.15 kg (2.53 lbs)
Blade material" 1060 carbon steel

https://www.dynastyforge.com/swords/e...


I don't usually delve as deeply into the historical accuracy of a reproduction as I did here, but a detail on the scabbard prompted me to take a closer look. This sword shows respectable quality in some regards and seems fine in and of itself if you're not familiar with other Roman gladii, but I've found some issues, as you'll see in the video.


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