Sometimes things get up close and personal, and even in this day and age, it helps to have an edge over your opponent. What better option than a sword that has proven itself with some of the finest warriors we have ever known? The Tactical Gladius Sword is designed to fit nicely into a rucksack or on the side of a pack, while still being able to be pulled out and used swiftly if one is in a tight space. The blade is crafted from well tempered 1075 high carbon steel finished with a practical textured black epoxy finish. With a tough Micarta handle, robust full tang construction and a fullered double edge blade, snap this blade into its kydex sheath with ring belt loop and you’ll be ready to take on anything this world has to offer. Please Note: It is standard for the sword to have a loose fitting within the scabbard If desired, you can “add sharpening” as an option to the purchase of this machete if you would like for us touch-up and improve the default factory blade edge and make it sharper.