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Post by rhema1313 on May 6, 2018 19:11:31 GMT
Here is the latest "MAINZ" Gladius and Scabbard Build for a client in Australia. This one weighs 1 lbs. 13.5 oz. and has a C.O.B. of 4.5" from the guard. Made of 1075 High Carbon Steel and is historically accurate in size, measurements, and style in blade and hilt components. Per the client's desire, the Guard and Pommel are black walnut. There is an inset guard plate made of Bronze, that is customized/personalized to the client's Reenactor's Character initials and the Legion that he serves in. The Pommel finial and washer are also hand made of Bronze. The grip is a six-sided chiseled finger grip hand carved from Blood Maple circa 1870's harvest. All woods are sealed with Boiled Linseed Oil and stabilized under Vacuum -30psi mercury. The Scabbard is historically accurate in size, style and function. The leather is veg-tanned sheepskin in a Royal Blue dye and sealed with a Satin Finish. The Locket Plate is of the Client's choice from the Legions' Aquila Eagle SPQR and created by the art of Repousse~ and Chasing. The cross bands and suspension bands are handmade to my current "First Edition" swords. The Suspension rings were hand made wax models and cast in brass using the lost wax casting and pouring process. Everything comes to my shop in raw material form and I hand make each and every component to the swords and scabbards. Every sword and scabbard becomes a "Custom Make" as it is heavily researched to keep as near to historically accurate as possible through Archeological finds, Measurements, Museum Exhibits, Historical writings, Roman Sculpture, Paintings and other art forms. I am here to serve my clients and walk them through the process of possibly having their "dream sword" created and put into their hands. Through Pictures and videos, I bring them into my shop as if they were visiting. They "See" their sword and scabbard being made on a regular basis and this not only causes excitement, but it also, at times opens the door to other possibilities as we take this adventure together. I hope you like what you see. I am open to "Good and Fair" critiques, even "Negatives" if they are presented in a kind manor. I am always open to learn and take the challenge to increase my talents. Each sword and scabbard launches me into the next one as I "sharpen my skills."      |
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stormmaster
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Post by stormmaster on May 6, 2018 19:23:25 GMT
really love that scabbard, well done
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thedarksider
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Post by thedarksider on May 6, 2018 19:23:32 GMT
Wow that is stunning. The colours on the grip look incredible. That's a beautiful piece.
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Post by strigoil on May 6, 2018 19:25:19 GMT
I know nothing about Gladius, but that is stunning work.
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Post by wlewisiii on May 7, 2018 0:29:38 GMT
Wow. Now that... I lack the words. Beautiful is a poor substitute for what it is. Thank you for sharing it.
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Post by pgandy on May 7, 2018 1:11:29 GMT
Exquisite craftsmanship.
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Post by rhema1313 on May 7, 2018 21:15:00 GMT
Thank you... I have two other swords and one scabbard I am finishing this week. I will post them when they are completed...
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Post by pellius on May 19, 2018 14:34:51 GMT
Beautiful
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Post by rhema1313 on May 21, 2018 0:18:33 GMT
Thanks Guys... I am finally though the bulk of the "Life Storm and Family Crisis" and back in the shop. What I was going to do back in August in pursuing a Business, I will be doing it as a "Part Time" Small Business LLC in the very near future. Things in the shop over the winter have allowed me to now be able to make everything right here in my shop. Nothing is manufactured and I make everything by hand. I look forward to serving any of your needs with 1st Century Roman Swords and Scabbards and may be persuaded to step out of that box for "Special Projects" now and then. Be watchful on my Facebook Page as I will be having some FREE GIVE-AWAYS soon and I have one Special Sword that I am re-hilting for a client that will be a sort of contest to help determine the design of the hilt. Once we have people's Ideas and Submissions, I will do a tutorial thread of the Blade's Transformation... So, stay tuned to my Facebook Page for those upcoming specials. www.facebook.com/Master-Carver-and-Maritime-Artist-Patrick-B-Pointer-107775465930419/ |
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Post by legacyofthesword on May 21, 2018 0:57:55 GMT
Be watchful on my Facebook Page as I will be having some FREE GIVE-AWAYS soon and I have one Special Sword that I am re-hilting for a client that will be a sort of contest to help determine the design of the hilt. Once we have people's Ideas and Submissions, I will do a tutorial thread of the Blade's Transformation... So, stay tuned to my Facebook Page for those upcoming specials. www.facebook.com/Master-Carver-and-Maritime-Artist-Patrick-B-Pointer-107775465930419/
I'll definitely keep my eye on that....
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Post by legacyofthesword on May 21, 2018 1:16:54 GMT
Also, congrats on the business! You're the best gladius maker I've come across so far; hope you continue to make these excellent reproductions for a long time.
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Post by rhema1313 on May 21, 2018 3:35:24 GMT
Also, congrats on the business! You're the best gladius maker I've come across so far; hope you continue to make these excellent reproductions for a long time. Thank you... I hope so too! |
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Post by gandermail on May 28, 2018 0:31:09 GMT
I don't even like gladii and I'm entranced by your work. Lovely crisp lines on the blade and handle and that scabbard...wow!
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Post by rhema1313 on May 28, 2018 4:01:27 GMT
I don't even like gladii and I'm entranced by your work. Lovely crisp lines on the blade and handle and that scabbard...wow! |
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Post by rhema1313 on May 28, 2018 4:04:24 GMT
That my friend was a much appreciated assessment of my work! Especially for someone who doesn't like Gladii. Thank you! Much Appreciated.
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Post by Eric Bergeron on Jun 3, 2018 1:14:39 GMT
Patrick is a very great maker of Gladii, I had the pleasure to work with him a little before I had to cancel the project due to a medical emergency, but I would commission one again in a heartbeat when I am able to. Can't find another maker that makes you feel like he's forging the blades and scabbard right from that time period.
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Post by tonystark on Jun 3, 2018 22:18:01 GMT
Ummm WOW, that is just beautiful! My exposure to the Gladius has been through mere production pieces, but yours could very well have been forged in ancient Rome.........
Could you PM me how much a similar piece would run if commissioned please?
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