Legacy Arms Mainz gladius

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This is the Legacy Arms / Gen 2 version of the famous Mainz (not "Maintz" - look it up, there's a popular manufacturer who got the name wrong) gladius, the early Republic era wasp-waisted version. The double edged blade is +2 damage sharp, and the needle tip will punch right through the shield (and armor) of the fiercest Thracian. The hilt is smoothly carved hardwood, the guard and scabbard fittings stainless steel. Comes with a sturdy wood-core leather wrapped scabbard. Mean little Italian guys conquered a large part of Europe, Asia, and Africa with these in hand.

length: 29 3/4"
blade: 21"
blade width: 2" at guard
blade width: 7/8" at 2" from tip
hilt: 8 1/4"
knurled grip: 4 5/8"
guard: 3"
balance point: 3 1/2"
weight (sword): 2 lb 8.5 oz
weight (sword and scabbard): 3 lb 5.5 oz

Price: $210