Parazonium - Greco-Roman short sword

Description

Parazonium - Greco-Roman short sword
Parazonium - Greco-Roman short sword
Parazonium was actually an early Roman dagger, or sometimes a short sword, that originated in ancient Greece. It was predominantly carried by high-ranking officers of the Roman legions as an auxiliary weapon of his sword (gladius). It’s a precursor to pugio.
Its sharp leaf-shaped blade is a typical feature.
Our reproduction has an un sharp blade forged in high carbon steel. Its handle with an eagle-headed knob is carved in genuine animal bone.
The delivery includes a wooden sheath lined in leather to match brass accessories.
Details:
Blade material: STEEL for EN45 springs.
Overall length: approx. 57 cm.
Blade length: approx. 40 cm.
Approximate weight. 1000 g.