Roman Pompeii Pugio Dagger
This well-made Roman Pompeii Pugio Dagger replica was most likely used by an officer or Centurion on account of the ornate brass decoration. It is hand forged from steel and features a leather lined sheath with brass fittings and a sandwiched horn and steel hilt that is often found on surviving pieces. Its authentic design and blunt blade make it a favourite amongst Roman reenactors.
Total Length: 35cm
Blade Length: 23cm
Grip length: 12cm
Weight: 425g
Blade thickness (base): 0.75cm
Blade width (base): 5.5cm
Edge: Blunt
Scabbard: Steel and Brass
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
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The Pugio was a soldier's dagger that was used as a sidearm by Roman Legionaries and Auxiliaries at the time of the Roman Conquest of Britain. It seems likely that is was designed predominantly as a thrusting weapon in much the same way as the larger 'Gladius' sword. It is understood that Pugio daggers were used in the assassination of Julius Caesar. This well-made replica was most likely used by an officer or Centurion on account of the ornate brass decoration. It is hand forged from steel and features a leather lined sheath with brass fittings and a sandwiched horn and steel hilt that is often found on surviving pieces. Its authentic design and blunt blade make it a favourite amongst Roman reenactors.
Buy the Roman Pompeii Pugio Dagger with confidence from the UK’s leading Roman weapon retailer.
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| Edge | Blunt |
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