vurjin_oce
vurjin_oce t1_j1cwzyn wrote
Reply to comment by Horror_in_Vacuum in How did the Romans manage to arm most of their soldiers with swords? by Horror_in_Vacuum
Also take into account they weren't as pure or as advanced as medieval swords, but they were designed to be mass produced as they were simple design. So things like the handle and guard could be made quickly and efficiently.
vurjin_oce t1_j1fy1t6 wrote
Reply to comment by Hyphenated_Gorilla in How did the Romans manage to arm most of their soldiers with swords? by Horror_in_Vacuum
There is an old Roman proverb that was said when Greeks were making fun of the length of their swords. Romans replied it only needed to be long enough to reach your heart.