Product Overview
This wooden gladius is crafted in the style of traditional training weapons used by Roman fighters, offering a durable and practical alternative to a steel gladius sword. With an overall length of 27 inches, it reflects the proportions of the classic gladiator sword used in training and ceremony.
Not only were wooden swords used by gladiators for practice, but they also held symbolic meaning. A wooden gladius, known as a rudius, was awarded to a fighter upon retirement as a sign of freedom. This historical connection gives this wooden gladius both functional and cultural significance.
Made from solid steamed beechwood, this gladius sword features a darker contrasting stain on the pommel and hilt. Fully seasoned, it is built to handle sparring, including edge-to-edge contact, while maintaining the feel of a traditional training weapon.
Product Specifications
- Type: Wooden training gladius
- Material: Steamed beechwood
- Overall Length: 27 inches
- Blade Length: 20 inches
- Blade Width: 1-3/4 inches
- Blade Thickness: 5/8 inch
- Weight: 12 oz
- Finish: Contrasting stain on pommel and hilt
- Use: Training, sparring, reenactment, display
- Manufacturer: Windlass Steelcrafts
