Damascus Gladiator sword with Leather sheath-905
Damascus Gladiator sword with Leather sheath-905
Overall Length: 32″
Blade Length: 25″
Material:
Blade Material: Damascus steel
Handle Material: Rose wood & leather
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What Makes Our Damascus Gladiator Sword Stand Out?
Our Damascus Gladiator Sword pairs a 25 inch Damascus steel blade with a Damascus pommel and a rosewood handle wrapped in cowhide leather, finished with a matching leather sheath.
The design takes its name and spirit from the gladius, the short sword of ancient Rome, reinterpreted with layered steel and handcrafted fittings.
Damascus on both the blade and pommel gives the sword a matched pattern from end to end, and every piece etches differently. Collectors drawn to the medieval era that followed can compare the custom Damascus Crusades sword.
What Are the Sword Specifications?
| Specification | Product Detail |
|---|---|
| Blade Material | Damascus steel |
| Sword Type | Gladiator sword |
| Overall Length | 32" |
| Blade Length | 25" |
| Pommel | Damascus steel |
| Handle Material | Rosewood with cowhide leather wrap |
| Sheath Included | Cowhide leather sheath |
| Craft | Handcrafted |
Where Does the Gladiator Name Come From?
The Latin word gladius simply meant sword, and gladiators took their name from it: a gladiator was, quite literally, a swordsman.
Roman legions adopted the gladius hispaniensis from Iberian smiths around the 3rd century BC, and it remained the standard Roman sidearm for centuries. Its straight, double edged blade made it one of the most recognized sword forms of the ancient world.
Why a Damascus Pommel?
Most swords pair a patterned blade with plain or brass fittings, leaving the pommel visually separate.
A Damascus pommel carries the same layered pattern as the blade, so the sword reads as one continuous piece. The pommel also adds weight behind the grip, bringing the balance point back toward the hand.
What Does the Rosewood and Leather Handle Offer?
Rosewood forms the core of the handle, a dense, naturally oily hardwood with rich reddish brown grain.
A cowhide leather wrap over the grip adds texture and a secure, comfortable hold. Leather softens and darkens with handling, so each handle develops its own character over time.
How Is the Damascus Blade Made?
Layers of high carbon steel are forge welded, folded and drawn out until the billet carries hundreds of layers, then ground to shape.
After heat treatment, an acid etch darkens one steel more than the other and reveals the pattern along the full blade. Ancient, medieval and Viking designs with other fittings sit in our handmade sword collection.
How Should the Sword Be Maintained?
Wipe the blade and pommel dry after handling and keep a thin coat of mineral oil on the steel, since Damascus contains high carbon steel and will rust if moisture sits on it. Our guide on how to care for Damascus steel walks through the full routine.
Condition the leather wrap occasionally, and store the sword outside its sheath in a room with steady humidity.
Why Choose Our Damascus Gladiator Sword?
Our sword combines a 25 inch Damascus blade, a matching Damascus pommel, a leather wrapped rosewood handle and a cowhide leather sheath. It suits collectors, Roman history enthusiasts and anyone building an ancient world display.
