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Iron Legion Medieval Sword & Dagger Set Hand-Forged Carbon SteelMost collectors own one piece at a time. The Iron Legion Medieval Gladius & Rondel Dagger Set gives you two. This handcrafted carbon steel combo pairs a full size medieval gladius short sword with a matching rondel dagger both finished in satin carbon steel with period accurate design. One set. Two legendary blades. The gladius features a wide double edge blade with a D ring cross guard and cord wrapped handle. It comes with a black leather scabbard
Most collectors own one piece at a time. The Iron Legion Medieval Gladius & Rondel Dagger Set gives you two. This handcrafted carbon steel combo pairs a full-size medieval gladius short sword with a matching rondel dagger both finished in satin carbon steel with period-accurate design. One set. Two legendary blades.
The gladius features a wide double-edge blade with a D-ring cross-guard and cord-wrapped handle. It comes with a black leather scabbard with a shoulder carry strap ready for display or wearing at Renaissance fairs and historical events. The rondel dagger has a 9-inch tapered blade, 5-inch leather-wrapped handle, and its own fitted black leather sheath.
Both pieces share the same raw carbon steel aesthetic dark, rugged, and historically accurate. The JW SteelCrafts brand tag on the set confirms every piece is individually handcrafted and quality-checked before shipping.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Set Includes – Medieval Gladius Short Sword + Rondel Dagger
- Blade Material – Hand-Forged Carbon Steel Satin Finish
- Gladius Blade – Wide Double-Edge, D-Ring Cross-Guard, Cord-Wrapped Handle
- Gladius Scabbard – Black Leather with Shoulder Carry Strap
- Dagger Overall Length – 14 Inches
- Dagger Blade Length – 9 Inches Tapered Point
- Dagger Handle – 5 Inches Leather Wrapped
- Dagger Sheath – Black Fitted Leather Sheath
- Brand – JW SteelCrafts
FEATURES AS BENEFITS
- Two-piece matched set – Get a full medieval sword and dagger combo in one purchase perfect value for collectors.
- Hand-forged carbon steel blades – Real forged steel with excellent hardness and a raw, authentic medieval finish.
- D-ring cross-guard on gladius – Historically accurate guard design that adds character and a genuine period look.
- Leather scabbard with shoulder strap – Display-ready and wearable ideal for Renaissance fairs, cosplay, or wall display.
- 14-inch rondel dagger (9" blade) – Compact, well-balanced companion piece that completes the medieval warrior aesthetic.
- Leather-wrapped handles on both pieces – Comfortable grip and authentic look — matches the period style of the entire set.
HISTORY OF THE GLADIUS & RONDEL DAGGER
The gladius was the primary short sword of Roman legionaries from around 200 BC through the 3rd century AD. Compact, wide, and double-edged, it was designed for close-quarters use and became one of the most iconic blades in military history. The design was later adapted by medieval European soldiers and influenced sword-making traditions for centuries.
The rondel dagger emerged in the 14th century as a standard sidearm for knights and men-at-arms across Europe. Named for the round disc guards at the top and base of the handle, it was favored for its ability to pierce chain mail and plate armor at close range. By the 15th century, nearly every European knight carried one as a backup blade.
Together, the gladius and rondel dagger represent two of the most historically significant blade designs from ancient and medieval history — making the Iron Legion set a meaningful collector's piece for anyone who values the story behind the steel.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
- Clean and dry both blades after each handling
- Apply light blade oil to carbon steel to prevent rust
- Store in leather scabbard and sheath in a dry location
- Avoid prolonged moisture or humidity exposure
- Condition leather scabbard and sheath with leather oil periodically
Add the Iron Legion Medieval Gladius & Rondel Dagger Set to your cart today limited handcrafted stock. Fast USA shipping on every order.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is a gladius sword?
The gladius was the standard short sword of Roman soldiers, used from around 200 BC to the 3rd century AD. It featured a wide, double-edged blade roughly 18–24 inches long and was designed for close-quarters use. The Iron Legion Gladius in this set is historically inspired by this classic Roman design, adapted with medieval styling and hand-forged carbon steel construction.
What is a rondel dagger?
The rondel dagger was a popular medieval sidearm used across Europe from the 14th to 16th century. It gets its name from the round disc guards (rondels) at the top and bottom of the handle. Knights and men-at-arms carried it as a backup blade. The rondel dagger in this set has a 9-inch tapered blade, 5-inch leather-wrapped handle, and a fitted black leather sheath.
What is included in the Iron Legion Medieval Dagger Set?
The set includes two pieces: a full-size medieval gladius short sword with a black leather scabbard and shoulder strap, and a 14-inch rondel dagger (9-inch blade, 5-inch handle) with its own fitted black leather sheath. Both are hand-forged from carbon steel and finished in a matching satin carbon steel aesthetic.
Is this set good for display or Renaissance fairs?
Yes. The Iron Legion set is popular for wall display, glass cabinet collections, Renaissance fair use, historical cosplay, and theatrical props. The leather scabbard with shoulder strap makes the gladius wearable at events. Both pieces have the dark, rugged, period-accurate look that stands out in any historical display setting.
How do I care for carbon steel blades?
Wipe both blades clean and dry after handling. Apply a light coat of blade oil regularly to prevent rust carbon steel needs more care than stainless steel but rewards you with a more authentic look and feel. Store in the leather scabbard and sheath in a dry location. Condition the leather with leather oil periodically to keep it supple.
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★★★★★ 5
Must have for graphic novel lovers
Format: Paperback
My 10yr old loved this book. It’s a quick read fun educational read.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2021
★★★★★ 5
Loved it
Format: Kindle
Thus has a very interesting story but mybe a few caracars dont really have personalities (not all of them) but this is a comic so i give it a pass
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Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2017
★★★★★ 3
Lots of complaints, but I still enjoyed it.
Format: Paperback
This is my very first graphic novel of any sort, so this is my intro to the medium. The quality of the book is nice and each page is in full color. Other reviewers have said that the artwork is hastily done, I am not experienced enough with graphic novels to know, but I enjoyed the pictures nonetheless.
The "story" follows a British soldier and his journey from 1914 to the end of the war. It is a Forrest Gump adventure in which the character was either there, or he was almost there, or he mentions a significant event and how it affected him. As a result, the book does not flow at all. One page you are in France, then the Middle East, then Russia. And the scenes on each page lack a lot of dialoug and are disjointed in the action sequences. Also, some of the images are duplicated (sometimes even on the same page), and I found more than a few typos (missing commas and "here" instead of "hear"). Like I said, I haven't read any other graphic novels, but this looks like low quality work because I can tell the "BLAM"s and "BANG"s, and the speech bubbles are added via computer. They stand out from the page and takes away from the immersion. I don't know if all comics do this, but I hope not.
I would have expected more information about the war since the "story" was so poor, but it was just a gereral overview. I think the best part was the beginning with the assassination of Ferdinand. I had high hopes after that but the rest was kinda meh.
I read it twice. So even with all my issues, it wasn't that bad. I'm planning on buying the WW2 ones as well.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2016
★★★★★ 5
An insightful concise book by Vansant
Format: Paperback
In this NORMANDY 102-page full-color trade, in 15 chapters of 6 to 10 pages each, Vansant covers various chronological aspects of the Normandy invasion, from U.S. entry into the war in Europe, up through planning and execution of "Operation Overlord", the final Normandy seige with gliders, paratroopers, air combat and the beach invasions, the liberation of Paris from the Nazis, up through August 1944.
Vansant's NORMANDY is remarkably informative for such a concise volume. And its attention to detail in accurately illustrating uniforms, tanks and planes is greatly appreciated.
My one complaint is the 6" by 9" size of the book. I would have preferred a standard 7" X 10" size trade, that is the standard for comic book trade collections. It is a sturdy book with a tight binding, and a slightly larger size would make the book to be less difficult to pry open, and the art easier to appreciate in a larger size.
I also wish Vansant had included more panels of maps, detailing the movements of troops at points througout the vast scope of what is described in NORMANDY.
Vansant's work is worth seeking out, in its accurate portrayal of various battles throughout history, from the Nazi battles, to the Civil War, to the Pacific War. And as far as I know, Vansant got his start illustrating the Vietnam war in Marvel's THE 'NAM for several years, back in the mid/late 1980's. And two other World War II stories in SAVAGE TALES (1987) issues 7("Tiger Tiger", about a Panzer tank fighting in Russia) and 8 ("Chindits", about British jungle fighters in Burma in 1944).
Vansant's newer work is slightly rougher than his 80's/90's work, but still very precise and detailed. I'd compare his work to that of Sam Glanzman, Gray Morrow, John Severin and Michael Golden.
And it's great to see a comics illustrator drawing war stories that makes an effort to tell a story with more than just a riproaring action story, but one where you walk away with factual information about actual combat. Chapter 14 ,"The Killing Ground", hit me especially hard in portraying the bloodbath horrors of war. I wouldn't want to be one of the Nazis in that bombarded field of 10,000 bodies.
I previously purchased BATTLE GROUP PEIPER by Vansant(1991) , which despite being in black-and-white and a shorter 32-page historical comic book, was in some ways more interesting to me than NORMANDY, because it followed one Waffen SS commander (Peiper) through the weeks of Battle of the Bulge.
(Peiper is breifly mentioned in the NORMANDY book, although "Battle of the Bulge" events in BATTLE GROUP PEIPER occur after the events depicted in NORMANDY.)
The only other weakness (unlike the 1991 separate 32-page BATTLE GROUP PEIPER story I mentioned above) is that in the scope of the 102-page NORMANDY book it focuses on an overview narrative, rather than spending any length of time on any one soldier or commander, and is therefore less personal than BATTLE GROUP PEIPER is. And is more of an overview synopsis. But still loaded with compelling and informative history.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2013
★★★★★ 5
The "comic book" of my youth grows up.
Format: Paperback
Hey, you've got to love these new "Graphic Novels" of the present day. Way back in the day of he 1950s and 60s, I used to scoop up change wherever it was left laying about( no, not service tips and I didn't steal from my family or friends, but I always saved the change and kept it when it was ok...) I could go to the news stand and for a dime or less, all of the DC comic heroes were mine...and Sgt. Rock, the Haunted Tank, Gunner and Sarge( BUDDA- BUDDA) , were all mine too. Art work was great, stories good to....to a kid and it seem to more than a few adults too. I remember the shock when the costs went to 12 cents...then to 15 cents...then girls and life came along and the comics stayed in boxes in the basement. But the comic book survived. Now they are larger, better printed, perfectly bound with stiffer covers...and a bit more costly..but worth it. And there's a myriad of novels to select from. So I'm collecting comics again, it seems. And the term " comics" does not apply any longer, if it did back in the day! No comedy in these stories told now..."graphic" is a better description...but not lurid or extreme as the old " pre- code comics" were.
This graphic novel is the story of the Allied forces and their endeavors from June 5 through early August 1944, the Normandy Campaign. It's in full color and GRAPHIC detail of the carnage faced by the line soldiers of both sides in battle. Historically it's right on the button for dates, locations, quotations, etc. Equipment is shown correctly in version, color and useage. The historical events are explained so that anyone of any age who can read will learn and be entertained. Bach in my day ( here we go again), there was a series on comics of this same nature put out by Dell Publishing on WWII historical events. Detail, color, etc. just as we have in this modern publication, but in a smaller size. The Bataan Death March, Pearl Harbor, John Kennedy and PT-109 , and so on we're a few of those topics..boy, I wish Mom hadn't cleaned out the box I had of those... I even recall the artist who illustrated most of those comics, a Navy destroyer veteran named Sam Glanszman. The illustrators of this book are in the same league as Sam!
Don't miss this one. If more military history is to be done in this format, they've got my pocket change !
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Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2013