• Roman pugio legionary dagger with steel scabbard
  • Roman pugio - legionary dagger with steel scabbard
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Roman pugio - legionary dagger with steel scabbard

$109.98 USD
$109.98 USD
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Highlights

This Roman pugio is a detailed replica of the characteristic dagger carried by legionaries as an indispensable secondary weapon in the 1st century AD.

  • Authentic design based on historical models of Roman military equipment from the early imperial period
  • High-quality double-edged blade with a practical length of approximately 20 cm
  • Magnificently decorated scabbard made of robust steel for an impressive appearance
  • Elaborate applications and fittings in polished brass enhance the overall look
  • Compact overall length of approximately 32.5 cm, ideal for collectors, reenactment, or as a decorative display piece
  • Safety notice: Age verification is required for purchase (18 years and older)
Manufacturer's specifications

Battle-Merchant Wacken GmbH & Co. KG, Gehrn 4, 25596, Wacken, info@battlemerchant.com
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Roman pugio legionary dagger with steel scabbard
Roman pugio - legionary dagger with steel scabbard
Roman pugio legionary dagger with steel scabbard

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Questions about the product Roman pugio - legionary dagger with steel scabbard

What was the original purpose of the Roman pugio in the army, and what materials was the scabbard traditionally made of?

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How does the blade shape of the pugio differ from other Roman swords such as the gladius, and how was the dagger attached to the belt (cingulum)?

Unlike the straight gladius, the blade of the pugio is often characterized by a curved, double-edged shape with a waist resembling the early Spanish sword type. Special button-like pugio holders or brass rings were used to attach the dagger to the belt, or cingulum, using leather cords or straps.
How do the different handle shapes of the Pugio, such as the half-disc handle, differ in their handling, and what materials were typically used for the blade?

Historically, the blades of the pugio were mostly made of iron or steel. Various handle shapes, such as the half-disc grip, primarily served to improve grip security: the pronounced pommel and guard shapes prevented the hand from slipping onto the blade during thrusting movements in close combat and ensured better weight distribution. Materials such as wood, bone, brass, or iron were typically used for the handles.
What role did the elaborate decorations of the pugio play as a status symbol or rank insignia, and what practical everyday tasks did Roman soldiers perform with this dagger?

The elaborate decorations of the pugio, with inlays of silver, brass, or nickel, served as a significant status symbol and insignia of rank, with the quality of the materials reflecting the wearer's military rank and social status. Besides its function as a secondary military weapon, Roman soldiers used the dagger in everyday life as a practical tool for various tasks.