Roman Square Pilum – Deepeeka
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Overview
Roman Square Pilum - Deepeeka
This replica Roman Pilum has a piercing head of iron which is mounted into a hardwood haft and finished with an iron butt cap.
A mainstay of the late Republican and Imperial Legionaries, the pilum is a rather deviously designed form of javelin; once hurled at the foe its wooden haft propelled it with mass and force and its pyramidal head coupled with a long and thin shaft gave it fierce puncturing power. Such a weapon could routinely penetrate shields and still grievously wound the warrior behind it or at least force him to toss the now-unwieldy shield aside as the melee began. In the moments before the close-in melee began the Roman Legionaries could throw the pilum en-masse to wound the foe or disrupt their formation to give the Roman Legion the edge. In a pinch the Pilum could be used as a spear as the situation demanded to aid them in standing their ground against cavalry.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Deepeeka
- Culture
- Roman
- Era
- Ancient
- Overall Length
- 83 1/4''
- Weight
- 3 lb 13 oz
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- India
- Type
- Pilum
- Head Length
- 24 3/4''
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The Maker
Deepeeka
Deepeeka creates an astonishing variety of replica weapons, armor, and re-enactment accessories that range from Classical Antiquity to the 20th Century. Deepeeka has been crafting replicas since the 1980s and their products are essential gear for many re-enactment groups. Many swords, daggers and other weapons made by Deepeeka are durably crafted and budget-friendly offerings. The steel is good and well-tempered and their leathercraft and woodworking are of excellent quality. Deepeeka’s products are handcrafted and (in the case of blades, hand-hammered) are a good deal for those who want a quality item at a good price.
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Am Excellent piece of history This pilum is quite simply a beautiful piece. It feels good in the hand, with great balance and surprisingly light feel. It is very well made and authentic in appearance. The butt spike is impressive and the tip is lean and mean. I most assuredly would not want something as lethal as this hurtling at me from above. It is a great addition to my collection.
Looks the part. Quality Control of assembly is lacking. Tip assembly not mounted flush with wood haft. This results in the tip assembly being loose. Reported to Kult of Athena and informed that they are all like that. Disappointed, but the piece looks fine, from afar, as a wall hanger.