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Roman Centurion Gladius

#501430
Truly worthy of a Roman officer, this beautiful Centurion Gladius has a high carbon steel blade that has been hand forged, tempered and factory sharpened. Baldric & scabbard included. Overall 28 inches.
$244.95

US 1860 Naval Cutlass

#500152
This Naval cutlass exhibits a hand-forged 1075 high carbon steel blade. Features leather frog and includes scabbard. Overall length of 31-1/2 inches. Comes factory sharp.
$229.95

Pirate Captain's Hanger Sword

#500968
This Hanger is antiqued brass with a steel hilt and a high carbon steel blade. Includes scabbard. Overall 32-1/2 inches. Comes factory sharp.
$189.95

Gladius - The Pompeii

#500598
This is the shortest version of the Roman swords and the most popular one. It has parallel cutting edges and a triangular tip. Turned ash and maple handle. 2" wide. 28 inches overall. Comes factory sharp.
$269.95

Maintz Pattern Gladius With Genuine Bone Grip

#500360
This gladius in the maintz pattern has a bone grip with ornate brass applique on the scabbard. Overall 28 inches.
$269.95

Falcata

#500062
This Celt-Iberian Falcata sword features a blade made from 1065 high carbon steel. The handle is solid brass. Includes scabbard. Overall length of 25-1/4 inches. Comes factory sharp.
$224.95

Classic Hoplite Sword

#500734
This Greek Hoplite sword has a leaf shaped, high carbon steel blade. Steel guard and pommel with leather covered wood grip. Includes leather covered wood scabbard. Comes factory sharp. Overall 28-1/2".
$224.95

Unique selection of short and cutlass swords at MRL

Short swords have seen usage throughout history, from the Legionnaires to Renaissance squires and pirates. In ancient armies, short swords and large shields were a standard armament of the soldiers who fought against the long sarissa pikes of phalanxes. Limitations of copper, bronze, and iron regulated blade length at first. Later, the swords developed across many cultures leading to different types and shapes. After steel had become a common metal used to make bladed weapons, short swords stayed in use as with the Roman gladius which was an effective stabbing weapon.  

Museum Replicas offers a range of classic short swords. From the most famous of all short swords, the Roman Gladius, to the iconic Iberian Falcata, as well as cutlasses spanning the Renaissance to the American Civil War. These include pirate, English, Scottish, and Civil War naval cutlasses. High carbon steel has been used for most of the blades in the selection, making our short swords robust and able to maintain a good edge.

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Top Customer Reviews

Review of: Battlecry Cutlass

The Battlecry Cutlass is an awesome short sword that is quick in the hand and DEADLY SHARP!
I've killed a lot of water bottles with this one!

I like how it is biased for right-hand use, perhaps someday a southpaw version will be offered?
Reviewed by: Mike, March 22, 2024

Review of: Spiculus Gladius with Genuine Bone Grip

I I just received mine today,I ordered the 3 day shipping,well worth it.I have other roman swords from this sight and this is the one I like best.My sword weights 2.1 oz, Everthing about the sword is great! I came sharp enough to cut geo. ads-paper.The seath is one of the best I seen , haven':t cut with it yet due to just received it and it"s a christmas presentI For the money I feel this is one of the best looking and made roman swords on the market to day.Rember only cut water bottles,mats and bamboo,safe cutting Ray Blundell
Reviewed by: ray , December 08, 2022

Review of: Spiculus Gladius with Genuine Bone Grip

This Spiculus gladius easily gets a 5star rating in my opinion.  The overall build is top quality.  The wooden and faux bone handle looks and feels great.. The Windlass blade is very sharp, light, and strong.  Definitely a battle ready piece.  The scabbard is probably one of the nicest ones I own relative to both quality and looks.  I am super happy with this purchase.  I’ve always wanted a gladius sword in my collection and this is probably my favorite already..
Reviewed by: Chris, September 19, 2022

Review of: Spiculus Gladius with Genuine Bone Grip

True to Museum Replicas word, this Gladius is light weight and easy to handle as well as SHARP. I am not a fan of Nero, but this Gladius IS top notch and will hold up in battle. The Overview of this Gladius is accurate. Of course, my favorite, is the Roman Gladius, my first purchase.
Reviewed by: William, September 04, 2022

Review of: Damascus Short Sword

I purchased one of these recently on "deal of the day". Amazing price and great little sword. It came sharpened, all parts were tight, balanced well and the scabbard fit tight. Only bad thing was the tip was a bit blunt like when you drop a knife tip first on a concrete floor. That kind of little mushroom shape you get but that was fixed with a  few minutes on a honing stone. All in all a great sword even at full price! Also MRL's sister company Atlanta Cutlery sells a dagger that is so similar in design they would make a great set. Check it out. The drag there is the dagger can't be sent to CA. because it's classed as a dagger/deadly weapon by CA law so you better have a good friend out of state. Ha ha!
Reviewed by: Jeffery, February 10, 2022

Review of: Damascus Short Sword

It was very nicely made and looked amazing. Love the Damascus pattern. Nice balance and weight. Atlanta Cutlery & Museum Replicas have always delivered quality items. This is my 9th purchase over the past 30 years, so I should know.
Reviewed by: Tristam, February 17, 2021

Review of: Damascus Short Sword

Feels great in the hand. Loving the combination of horn and bone!
Reviewed by: Russell, December 12, 2020

Review of: Damascus Short Sword

I bought this for my viking outfit looks great with it.  balance is very nice.
Reviewed by: Philip, July 11, 2020

Review of: Damascus Short Sword

I'll admit I thought this price was too good to be true. A beautiful damascus blade with a lovely scabbard, and all for under $110? Impossible. Boy was I wrong. The sword is beautiful, and the scabbard, too. Tonight I used it to hack through some of the bamboo on my property and it had no problem going through the bamboo stalks. No chips or glinting, just a razor sharp, gorgeous, deadly blade.
Reviewed by: Jason, February 12, 2020

Review of: Hobbit Sting Scabbard

I figure this is a must have if you have Sting.  It is well made, looks good, and fits nice.  Good accessory.
Reviewed by: Kenneth, November 26, 2018