You might look at a publication by the late Cyril Stanley Smith (ca. about
1965) in which he bought and deconstructed a battle sword vintage about
500-600 BC. It might be of use for you.
R. Maddin.
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From: "J. H. Brothers" <[log in to unmask]>
To: "arch-metals" <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Tuesday, August 15, 2000 10:40 AM
Subject: Roman Swordsmithing
> Manda Scott wrote:
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> > Manda Scott <[log in to unmask]>
> >
> > Hi all
> >
> > research again...
> >
> > does anyone know anyone, either a re-enactor or an experimental
> > archaeologist, who can talk me through, or - better - *show* me, the
> > techniques for making both a Roman gladius and a Celtic battle sword?
> > Ditto the shields...
> >
> > ta
> >
> > m
> >
>
> This is a bit out of my area. but I know there are people on the list who
know
> a great deal about early arms and armour.
>
> Thanks
> Jamie Brothers
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