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Customer Reviews for Cold Steel Cold Steel Gladius Machete
Cold Steel Cold Steel Gladius Machete
Ever popular, the Gladius is still in demand almost 2000 years later and is one of our most frequently requested swords to make, so we have decided to offer a modern version of this ancient classic in a very affordable machete/sword format. Derived from the sword used by Celtic tribes of ancient Iberia (Spain) and adopted by the Roman Legions, the Gladius, with its long, narrow point and wasp waisted blade, was the scourge of the battlefield and often the last thing seen or felt by Rome's enemies. Made from 1055 Carbon steel and hand sharpened to a murderous point and wicked edge, it offers 19 inches of unprecedented piercing and slashing power at a bargain price. Sporting an extra wide, full tang for strength and a classically inspired handle, it offers the standard guard and ball shaped pommel of years gone by. Made of high impact Polypropylene, it's impervious to the elements, rugged beyond belief and most importantly, comes compete with a sturdy Cordura sheath and belt loop.
Average Customer Rating:
4.4
out of 5
(14 Reviews) 12
Rating SnapshotOverall Rating Totals
Customer Recommendation93%13 out of 14reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.
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Customer Reviews
Review 1 for Cold Steel Gladius Machete
Came with a dull tip; finish is asymmetrical
,03/25/2013
By ExaltedHierarch
3
out of
5
The tip was really dull and the black finish is very asymmetrical but the edge is very sharp. Very sturdy blade, but it was obviously made in a hurry and wasn't inspected at all for quality. Cuts right through branches and foliage. Also the "Warning: Very Sharp" sticker that was stupidly stuck right to the blade was a pain to remove and the adhesive junk is still there making the blade look awful. Would be amazing were it not for the tip, poor finish, and sticker though. If you want something to hang on the wall then get a real gladius but if you want a tool I definitely recommend this. DEFINITELY not a toy this thing is very dangerous.
Product Attributes:
Value
4
out of
5
Meets Expectations
3
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
0points
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Review 2 for Cold Steel Gladius Machete
nice
,03/15/2013
By kbhul22 ,
kansas
4
out of
5
Is a bit heavy but feels very good in hand. Be careful of point though it is sharp enough to bend real easy. Overall awesome sword for money.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
4
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:25 - 34
Gender:Male
Ownership:1 week or less
Usage:Every few days
0points
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Review 3 for Cold Steel Gladius Machete
Nice sword
,03/14/2013
By USASF ,
Ft. Worth, tx
4
out of
5
This review came a bit sooner than it should as I haven't had the time to give it a good test. The looks and heft of the sword is better than expected.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:65 or older
Gender:Male
Ownership:1 week or less
Usage:A few times per month
0points
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Review 4 for Cold Steel Gladius Machete
super awesome blade!
,03/07/2013
By PrepperPhil ,
NC
5
out of
5
This thing rocks! Best value for the money! Extremely well made! You can feel it in the weight! Blade is sharp just needs a little de-burring! I love it!
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:35 - 44
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Once per month
+2points
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Review 5 for Cold Steel Gladius Machete
Much Better Than Expected
,02/18/2013
By PeekABooXVIII
5
out of
5
Let's face it: machetes are for clearing brush and light foliage. We should not expect more than that. The Cold Steel Gladius Machete performs admirably within this scope. The tip could be a problem if you do not keep in mind where the "sweet spot" is. Top 1/3 is for piercing - middle 1/3 is for chopping. I've used the tip to spear fish on lazy afternoons. Nice. I've chopped through 3" vines in one go. Nice. I was surprised when I realized that this is now amongst my favorite camp/hunt tools. More than worth the money.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:35 - 44
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 3 months
Usage:Once per week
+1point
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Review 6 for Cold Steel Gladius Machete
What a sword!
,01/18/2013
By Killerscott ,
Fort Wayne, IN
5
out of
5
This is an impressive blade indeed! It was very sharp & comes to a fine point @ the tip. The handle is a very tough & functional. This is not a machete; rather, it is a light & tough functional gladius designed upon the classic Roman sword. Excellent, tough high carbon blade designed for a strong forward thrust that might just go clear through the target! Blade is painted w/a light corrosion resistant paint. Sheath is a nice functional cordura type material w/heavy plastic reinforcement @ the tip. Very good value for the price.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:35 - 44
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:A few times per month
+4points
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Review 7 for Cold Steel Gladius Machete
Excellent, durable sword
,01/01/2013
By Fingon ,
Sharpsburg, GA
5
out of
5
Incredibly sharp out of the box. Nicely styled. Durable, comfortable grip. Very low maintenance. Powerful blade cuts well, dulls slowly. Extremely pleased.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:25 - 34
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 3 months
Usage:Every few days
+1point
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Review 8 for Cold Steel Gladius Machete
really good item
,12/31/2012
By chakotay3752 ,
oxford AR
5
out of
5
sharp with murderous point on the end. Best machete I have ever seen or owned.
Product Attributes:
Value
4
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:35 - 44
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:Once per month
+1point
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Review 9 for Cold Steel Gladius Machete
dispoint
,12/12/2012
By wiggyjiang
1
out of
5
the head of the blade over sharp and damage cant even cut the paper and handle is damaged. will it is a $30 what can u buy ...
Product Attributes:
Value
1
out of
5
Meets Expectations
1
out of
5
Recommends this product? No
Age:25 - 34
Gender:Male
Ownership:1 week or less
Usage:Never
-15points
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Review 10 for Cold Steel Gladius Machete
Wicked sharp
,12/10/2012
By Castorriv ,
missouri
5
out of
5
There is a big warning tag on the grip - please read before you pull it out of the sheath!!! Wicked sharp and solid. This thing is so scary, the point is amazing, that I put it in my gun safe for safe keeping. This thing is a serious weapon and looks like it's well made.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:45 - 54
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 7 weeks
Usage:A few times per month
+5points
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Review 11 for Cold Steel Gladius Machete
Excellent Home Defense Tool
,10/15/2012
By jflynn12
5
out of
5
Review 12 for Cold Steel Gladius Machete
Great product. Needed a little work, though.
,10/07/2012
By Willzum1 ,
Farmington, NH
5
out of
5
I bought this gladius because 1- I collect swords, and 2- I've never gotten a bad product from cold steel.
Out of the box, the tip is needle sharp. The actual edge of the blade, however, had a wicked burr on it. That wouldn't be a problem, as that is best when using a machete, but it was catching on the inside of the sheathe and shredding it. A few passes over my whet stone was sufficient to reduce the burr enough that it didn't catch anymore. Be careful when doing this, as the blade is razor sharp on both sides.
One other thing that bothered me was that the coating on the blade was worn out a bit when I got it. That isn't a big issue, as it will wear off eventually anyway with use.
The handle is made out of high impact polypropylene. It feels like it is cheap plastic, but it is not. I have smashed it off of rocks and trees more times than I care to count, and there isn't even a scratch on it.
The sheathe is exactly what I expected it to be. The buckle holds the machete in place securely. The sheathe is quite durable. It has a plastic plate near the tip that helps the sheathe hold its shape. This is very helpful when trying to insert the blade back into the sheathe. It also helps with the durability.
I've used this product numerous times in the woods to clear out paths. I've also used it to cut down small trees. It had held up wonderfully, and I've yet to have the need to sharpen it again.
All in all, this is a excellent quality product. I would definitely recommend this product to both people who collect this kind of stuff, and those who would use it in the field.
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5
Recommends this product? Yes
Age:18 - 24
Gender:Male
Ownership:2 - 3 months
Usage:Every few days
+13points
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Cold Steel Gladius Machete
Based on the average of (2) ratings-only reviews
5
out of
5
Product Attributes:
Value
5
out of
5
Meets Expectations
5
out of
5