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Post by Deleted on Sept 25, 2011 4:49:07 GMT
I just purchased (used) a Windlass Pompeii Gladius to modify. So far I have removed the ricasso from the blade and started to sand out the surface flaws. Here are pics of the progress made so far: The gladius as received.  Notice the scratches on the blade and the horrible edge. Someone really did a terrible job sharpening this blade. The blade with the ricasso removed, the edge re-profiled and a satin polish.    That's it for now. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 25, 2011 5:06:32 GMT
Very impressive work on removing the ricasso and shaping the blade. How did you accomplish that without removing the hilt? I am not sure if you had came across this article, but it provides some suggestions on modifying the Windlass Pompeii www.larp.com/legioxx/gladhnts.html |
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Post by joeydac on Sept 25, 2011 5:13:02 GMT
great work rid you use a milling machine to reshape the blade
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Post by Deleted on Sept 25, 2011 5:21:39 GMT
Thanks jerrymander for the link. The hilt was disassembled when I modified the blade.
Thanks joeydac. All the work was done by hand using a handheld belt sander and a sanding block.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 26, 2011 20:39:49 GMT
Is this blade now more historicaly accurate, or was this done for personal reasons?
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Post by Deleted on Dec 26, 2011 20:44:57 GMT
Well it is more accurate for a Roman blade to not have a ricasso, and I don't see how a gladius would benefit from having a ricasso.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 19, 2012 11:47:22 GMT
Pardon me for jumping in.I'm new to this forum and recently developed and interest in swords etc.One of my favourite swords is the Gladius.An epic sword yet there seem to be so many sword makers who miss out in the chance to make an authentic,battle ready,example.I have seen the reviews of the Pompeii gladius.Although not entirely authentic,Is it really a good buy and is it durable (ie "battle ready") ? Is the Windlass Mainz gladius on a par with their pompeii? I have looked a lot for an authentic gladius; does anyone know the best place(s) to find one? Thankyou !
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Post by MOK on Aug 19, 2012 16:58:09 GMT
Well, the best place would probably be Albion. Pricey, yes - but I'll eat my hat if you can show me where to find higher quality and historical accuracy without going custom. |
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Post by claymation on Aug 19, 2012 20:19:31 GMT
Thanks joeydac. All the work was done by hand using a handheld belt sander and a sanding block.[/quote
Was the tang sufficient for a combat piece ? Is the threaded part welded on ? I've always been curious about the Pompei and Mainz gladiuses that Windlass produces and whether their construction is up to pare. It seems with Windlass, it's a hit or miss type thing.
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