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Rick9719
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Windlass Science fiction gladius? Dec 27, 2012 21:33:59 GMT

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Post by Rick9719 on Dec 27, 2012 21:33:59 GMT

I bought this Windlass sword (see attached file photo and if anyone has a better way of attaching a photo let me know how) a few years ago. I know when I bought it that it wasn't intended as an 'aulthentic' gladius, rather it was a reproduction of a sword used in some obscure movie. I think they sold a helmet and a cloak to go with it too, but I was too cheap to buy them.

Does anyone know what movie this came from? They said at the time but I forgot to write it down. I don't even know if anyone actually made the film.

The sword is great though. If you want an aulthentic gladius forget it, but if you want a cool artistic variation of a roman sword this is it. I actually like the balance better than any of the other gladii (sp?) I own. My only complaint is the hand guard offers substandard protection for your hand.

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oolong dao Member Posts: 156	Windlass Science fiction gladius? Dec 28, 2012 2:15:32 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by oolong dao on Dec 28, 2012 2:15:32 GMT what year.

Rick9719 Member Posts: 16	Windlass Science fiction gladius? Dec 28, 2012 5:44:57 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by Rick9719 on Dec 28, 2012 5:44:57 GMT I wish I knew exactly. I can't remember. I bought this approximately 2007. I doubt it was before 2005. It;s slightly possible it was earlier, but absolutely not before 2000 AD. Very probably between 2006-2008.

Tcasella Member Posts: 18	Windlass Science fiction gladius? Feb 2, 2013 6:12:58 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by Tcasella on Feb 2, 2013 6:12:58 GMT Have you tried emailing windlass? They can probably tell you what it's from. It looks very familiar. And GORGEOUS!

Rick9719 Member Posts: 16	Windlass Science fiction gladius? Feb 2, 2013 15:12:30 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by Rick9719 on Feb 2, 2013 15:12:30 GMT No but that's a good idea. It is a gorgeous weapon and I love the balance too. I should write them a better movie to go with it.

MEversbergII Blank Group Posts: 1,303	Windlass Science fiction gladius? Feb 12, 2013 4:19:45 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by MEversbergII on Feb 12, 2013 4:19:45 GMT Rather handsome, I'll admit. I am also interested in knowing what film it's from. M.
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Rick9719 Member Posts: 16	Windlass Science fiction gladius? Feb 12, 2013 4:46:14 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by Rick9719 on Feb 12, 2013 4:46:14 GMT So far no answer from Windlass.

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Windlass Science fiction gladius?

Post by Rick9719 on Dec 27, 2012 21:33:59 GMT

Post by oolong dao on Dec 28, 2012 2:15:32 GMT

Post by Rick9719 on Dec 28, 2012 5:44:57 GMT

Post by Tcasella on Feb 2, 2013 6:12:58 GMT

Post by Rick9719 on Feb 2, 2013 15:12:30 GMT

Post by MEversbergII on Feb 12, 2013 4:19:45 GMT

Post by Rick9719 on Feb 12, 2013 4:46:14 GMT

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