Which Gladius?

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Which Gladius? Oct 1, 2008 8:06:53 GMT

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Post by Deleted on Oct 1, 2008 8:06:53 GMT

Hi gents

I after a bit of advice as to which Gladius I should buy if that's ok

I've been reading all the reviews on SBG and other places and have come up with a few possible models.

My choice is based on two things which swing in the balance authenticity vs. functionality!

I would ideally like a Maintz pattern sword that looks 'relatively' historically accurate (I'm not a re-inactor) but also suitable for some back yard cutting if I fancy - I do want a real functioning sword.

I'm in the UK and only want to buy in Europe to save on import taxes / shipping which restricts my models somewhat.

The Albion swords seem the best but I cannot part with that much cash

As a functional sword the Gen2 Maintz seems the ideal choice but the Windlass Maintz does look more authentic. I have seen a Windlass Pompeii review but not the Maintz, is it an ok sword and is it functional?

I appreciate that I would have to get it sharpened or sharpen it.

Any advice appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Regards

Matt

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Which Gladius? Oct 1, 2008 8:45:11 GMT

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Post by YlliwCir on Oct 1, 2008 8:45:11 GMT

Hi, Matt, you seem to have the info down right.

The Gen2 would probably be a better cutter, I have a pompeii model and ought to receive a Mainz on friday.

I got a Windlass mainz just yesterday and it seem like it is a solid sword and ought to be a decent cutter if and when I sharpen it.

Unfortunately the seems to be a shortage of good functional gladii. VA has one in the works that seems promising.
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Deleted Deleted Member Posts: 0	Which Gladius? Oct 1, 2008 8:54:24 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by Deleted on Oct 1, 2008 8:54:24 GMT Thanks for the reply Ric The VA looks very nice but I bet they aren't cheap to buy! That interests me that you got your Windlass Maintz yesterday and it appears good. I've read one of your other reviews so I respect your opinion. Many thanks. Matt

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