Wasteland Gladius

Like the legionaries who pushed the edge of the map, you will need intelligence, resolve, and a blade that will not fail when the world narrows to survival. The Wasteland Gladius from CAS’s APOC series delivers that confidence. Built for close quarters and harsh conditions, it is designed to cut, chop, and spear through whatever the ruined world throws at you. Whether you favour a quick single hand strike or the extra leverage of two handed work, this sword is balanced to perform where lighter knives fall short and firearms fail.

A short history of the gladius and its brutal efficiency

The gladius is the blade that made the Roman legion a dominant force. Born from swords used in Iberia and refined into a compact, battle ready form, its strength lay in geometry as much as steel. The classic gladius trades length for control. Its wasp-waisted, leaf shaped profile concentrates force at the edge and point so a single strike can cut or penetrate with deadly efficiency. That same principle makes the gladius an ideal template for a survival blade. The Wasteland Gladius transfers that proven battlefield logic into a modern tactical tool, preserving the form that excelled in tight, chaotic fighting but scaling it up for ruthless utility in a hostile environment.

Design and features that earn their keep

The Wasteland Gladius blends historical function with modern tactical detail. The 21 3/8 inch blade uses a pronounced leaf profile that narrows and then flares to create varying angles along the edge for slicing and chopping, while the reinforced point drives through tough materials when piercing is required. Blade width expands from one and three eighths inches to two inches, turning forward cuts into powerful chopping blows. The nine and one half inch handle gives a secure single hand grip and still allows two handed control when the situation demands it. The sculpted pommel doubles as a skull cracker and glass breaker for utility tasks. Each sheath is a black textured fiberglass fitted to a MOLLE compatible kydex platform so the sword mounts to belt or pack in multiple positions. Slots sized at one and three eighths inches by one eighth inch accept common straps for belt or sling carry. A notched handle and platform permit stealthy unsheathing and lock the sword in place for inverted use. If you are preparing for long trips, hard country, or the moment bullets run out, the Wasteland Gladius is the tool you take with you.