Roman swords are among the most appealing to sword collectors.  The great expanse of the Roman Empire allowed them to incorporate techniques and materials from other civilizations and lands in order to make the most technologically advanced swords of their time.

The most recognized Roman sword is the Roman short sword.  The short sword allowed Roman soldiers to get closer to their adversaries, making their longer swords difficult to use.   Longer swords came into favor later, as the Romans began using horses and chariots in battle.

Many people think of a gladiator, or gladius, sword when Roman swords are discussed.   There were several versions of gladius sword throughout Roman history.  They are distinguished by the curvature of the blade.

The selections of Roman swords are as varied as the people who collect them.   Sword enthusiasts can choose from broad swords or gladius swords with ornate or simple designs.  There are even wooden practice swords available.  Roman sword replicas are beautiful to display.  Your friends and guests will most likely want to hold the sword as well to see how it feels.  Many swords come with a scabbard, enabling the owner to wear the sword as part of a costume.

Either type of Roman sword makes a great addition or start to any sword collection.  Visit a reputable dealer such as SwordArsenal.com online for the widest selection of high-quality swords that can be delivered right to your door.

The Kill Bill series are some of the most popular and successful movie trilogies ever made.  Uma Thurman played The Bride, an assassin out for vengeance.  Wielding her Katana sword, The Bride cut a swath of violence that ultimately led her to kill Bill.  Kill Bill swords are high-quality, intricately designed movie replicas popular with sword collectors and movie buffs alike.

Kill Bill was not the first Tarantino movie to showcase the power of the Katana sword.  One of Pulp Fiction’s most memorable scenes features Bruce Willis’ character, Butch, contemplating which weapon to use in order to rescue Marcellus Wallace.  After considering a hammer and a chainsaw, Butch spies a Katana sword and realizes that it is perfect for the job at hand. 

Katana swords like the Kill Bill swords are also featured in The Highlander.  Ramirez, a pivotal character in the movie, famously brandishes a Katana sword made for him by the father of his wife, a Japanese princess.  

What is it about the Katana sword that inspires screenwriters?   Katana swords have an elegant, sleek design meant for battle.  The preferred weapons of Samurai, the swords have a gentle curve and longer handle to accommodate two hands.  The mystery and legend of the Samurai lend a near-mythical quality to the swords.

Kill Bill movie replica swords are not limited to the sword used by The Bride.   Replicas of Bill’s sword and Budd’s sword are also popular choices.  Each Kill Bill sword is created with great detail, including the designs of the character on the scabbard and hand-forged steel.

Check out the selection of Kill Bill swords on SwordArsenal.com while they last.

If you are looking for a sword display that can be hung on a wall and takes up very little space, then a hanging sword stand might be a great option for you.

There are two basic types:

The first type is horizontal hanging stands which are probably the most popular because they take up the least amount of space. These stands are braced on a wall and can be used in any room of the house.

A horizontal hanging stand can have a single bracket holder or several. Most often you’ll find these made out of wood. They are made in many different finishes and stains and can even be painted. A hanging stand needs to be braced properly so that it can manage the weight of your fine sword collection.

The second type is vertical hanging stands which are very unique, and offer a unique way to display your sword collection. These stands bolt in to your wall and can hold one sword each.

A vertical hanging sword display stand is highly decorative and are often made of finely wrought metal work. Samurai swords can be hung with fascinating Japanese characters.

Medieval replica swords can be hung by ancient crests and symbols.  Even a fantasy sword will find the right stand here.

Easy to mount and beautiful to display your sword with, a vertical hanging stand is a neat idea!

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