Windlass Qama
Jun 5, 2008 0:08:36 GMT
Post by Deleted on Jun 5, 2008 0:08:36 GMT
Since it basically has a Gladius blade I decided to post this in the Ancient Forum...although the Qama is really considered a more modern sword.
I have been wanting to get my hands on a Gladius for some time. Not so much because of any need for a historical blade as I was wanting to get my hands on a super sharp pointed blade. The Qama was the answer for me since the Missus would kill me if i spent much more on swords this month. For under $40 one can get this keen blade which descended from the ancient Roman sword.
I must say that I consider this one of the best values I have ever gotten in a sword purchase. The blade is as tough as any sword I have, and probably tougher due to its short length. There is no worries when it comes to the furniture as it consists of two buffalo horn scales strongly riveted to the blade itself. Ultimately this one is as tough as any machette even my tried and true USGI machete. I have no qualms about doing hard core cutting with this one.
I have not really done any bottle cuts with it yet but I have been working over a wood shield that I made to practice with. Before I do any major stabbing motions with this sword I will probably refit the furniture to prevent any accidents that may leave me in Sal's situation.
They must make these for much smaller hands as the grip area is quite narrow. I plan to grind it out a bit and increase the angle at the front of the grip to create a better, and safer, natural guard.
If you are interested in a Gladius style blade, and historical accuracy is not as big a deal as usability, then this may be the one for you. I can't say I have been disappointed.
I have been wanting to get my hands on a Gladius for some time. Not so much because of any need for a historical blade as I was wanting to get my hands on a super sharp pointed blade. The Qama was the answer for me since the Missus would kill me if i spent much more on swords this month. For under $40 one can get this keen blade which descended from the ancient Roman sword.
I must say that I consider this one of the best values I have ever gotten in a sword purchase. The blade is as tough as any sword I have, and probably tougher due to its short length. There is no worries when it comes to the furniture as it consists of two buffalo horn scales strongly riveted to the blade itself. Ultimately this one is as tough as any machette even my tried and true USGI machete. I have no qualms about doing hard core cutting with this one.
I have not really done any bottle cuts with it yet but I have been working over a wood shield that I made to practice with. Before I do any major stabbing motions with this sword I will probably refit the furniture to prevent any accidents that may leave me in Sal's situation.
They must make these for much smaller hands as the grip area is quite narrow. I plan to grind it out a bit and increase the angle at the front of the grip to create a better, and safer, natural guard.
If you are interested in a Gladius style blade, and historical accuracy is not as big a deal as usability, then this may be the one for you. I can't say I have been disappointed.