USGladius® knives are based on the classic design of the Roman Gladius (short sword), the standard arm of the Roman Legions (armies), proven on battlefields, the gladiatorial spectacles of the arena and successfully used for 600 years. This unique design provides excellent balance and an aesthetic beauty uncommon in standard tactical knives. All these knives were built for rugged use and abuse using full tang stainless steel construction, USGladius® is destined to become a classic.