Spearhead Roman Long Spear

Spearhead Roman Long Spear Spearhead of a Roman long spear.

The spearhead of a Roman long spear was an important throwing and thrusting device of the Roman legionaries. The spearhead typically had a long, slender shape and consisted of a wooden shaft with a metal tip.

The spearhead was often designed to bend upon impact with a target, making it difficult for the enemy to reuse it. This was a strategic consideration to increase the effectiveness of the Roman troops in battle. The construction varied over time, but the basic idea remained constant: an effective tool for combat.

Length: 50 cm
Blade steel: Carbon steel