Combat Commander Thai Gladius Sword and Scabbard with Shoulder Harness-1065 Carbon Steel Blade, Penetrating Point, Hard-Coat Finish, Nylon Fiber Handle-Designed for Today's Warrior-Length 40"

I got this thing because snakes and while doing research it’s actually called a ikiwa and the back strap thing will not fit over an adult if your going to carry it around in the sticks but that’s not what I got it for it’s dope.

So I'm going to say this now, when I bought this I didn't expect a whole lot. We're talking a good amount of material for a rather minuscule price. The blade steel is 1065 so a good choice for an outdoor beater but it does require maintenance, the handle is a sort of abs plastic, very very tough. I've thrown this like a spear, split wood ( pine and oak ), cut down brush, small and large. It gets the job done! I did bend the tip while throwing but expected it, I was able to heat it up and bend it back. I believe I have truly tested this in harsh conditions and its held up amazing! It also makes for a decent chair backrest, and it even works as a canoe paddle if your in a pinch👌

I ordered this because the advertisement clearly stated that it was a battle ready blade. If you are battling cardboard boxes, or plastic bottles, then sure it's battle ready. For the purpose of actual fighting (which of course no one really does), it would be very inadequate. The blade is 1065 high carbon steel so it will take a good sharp edge, but its thickness is about that of a typical machete, not a sword. The handle seams quite resilient if a bit uncomfortable, and the pins that hold the tang in place also seam adequate, and could even be taken out if you wanted or needed to replace them. That said their is a strange little protrusion on the handle below where the blade-ward hand would grip. It serves no purpose on this blade, and just gets in the way. This handle shape is the same that is on another long handled weapon this company makes and that is a single edged blade, which would tell me that the protrusion is meant to assist in indexing the blade. This blade however is double edged, there is no front or back of the blade, and therefore the protrusion is useless here. So if you want a cool looking long handled blade that you can use for form work and light cutting, or even to wear with a costume or hang on a wall, then this should suit you beautifully, and the price is quite reasonable. However if you are looking for a real sword, that you could rely upon should the world descend into chaos or the dead begin to walk, then you should move on and defiantly be prepared to spend quite a lot more. Overall I am happy with this purchase, because I knew what I was getting despite what the advertisements claimed, and have no complaints with the service or speed of delivery.

I got this as a birthday gift for my partner and she absolutely loves it. I also got her a short sword, but this is better because it allows her to use a two handed grip and provides more reach. She is definitely feeling her inner Dora Milaje.If I were to end up fighting a grizzily bear (which have no intention of ever doing) I would prefer to have this in hand than a short sword or a knife. My male ego is in check.

It is a well crafted, strong and sturdy tool. Cuts vines and thin branches as well as human gel targets. The blade can be removed and the tang is long enough for a 1 handed sword grip. For the price, it is rather good. I must amend my previous review and say that despite being a thin blade it can still take quite a beating. It will bend like any blade if you are foolish and put too much pressure on it sideways but if used correctly it will function beautifully. A fine instrument. (do not throw it.)

Listen this thing is bad, when you hold it it feels awesome, it’s long, it’s a weapon for sure, for the money it’s a no brainer, one complaint the nuts and bolts holding the blade to the hilt were loose and the nut side does not have shaped holes and the holes are a 1/16th bigger then the bolt, I can’t imagine getting a tool in there I will figure something out but I’m sure I’ll damage the holes a bit.

i bought this with the explicit intemt of modifying it to suit my purposes. the sheath is kinda cr@p but i usually end up making my own anyway...took it apart to measure the tang then cut the handle down to a more (for me) managable length. use it as a machete for land-clearing type work. has stood up to over 3 months of use so far. worth it.

Would have given a 5 star rating but this is exactly what I expected and it is exactly what it said it was. I like to reserve 5 stars for items that exceed my expectations.