Rudis - Wooden Engraved Sword

This is the original Rudis - best for lots of text and detailed graphics.


EMAIL ENGRAVING INFORMATION AND ORDER NUMBER TO [email protected] AFTER CHECKOUT. We will not reach out to you for this information.

GRAPHICS FEE IS ONLY FOR NEW GRAPHICS OR TO EDIT AN EXISTING GRAPHIC - IF WE HAVE USED THE GRAPHIC PREVIOUSLY THERE IS NO FEE. IF SUBMITTING A NEW GRAPHIC ASK FOR A QUOTE ON CHAT.

**** Ordering Procedure ****

FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTION LISTED HERE MAY RESULT IN CANCELLATION OF YOUR ORDER.

1. Order: Place order and select appropriate options (guard, backside, etc), check out and receive order number. Before checking out, see #2.
2. Email: From a civilian email address (when possible) email the engraving instructions and order number to [email protected] You cannot enter engraving instructions or insignia on the website, ALL information must be emailed.
3. If a response is not received from us within 24 hours of sending engraving instructions, check spam folder. If still no email please email [email protected]
4. Review proof and email us back with approval or corrections. Proof must be approved before engraving will begin.

Expedited shipping: If the order needs expedited shipping (not covered by RUSH FEES) you will receive a quote for extra charges.

WE PROCESS ORDERS ACCORDING TO THE DUE DATE YOU PROVIDE.

IF YOU NEED WITHIN 10 BUSINESS DAYS YOU NEED TO ALSO SELECT THE 'JUMP THE LINE FEE' FOR PRIORITY PROCESSING. WE CANNOT REFUND THIS FEE IF YOU CHOOSE IT BUT THEN ALSO GIVE US A FURTHER OUT DUE DATE THAN 10 BUSINESS DAYS.

ANY GRAPHICS WORK IN ADDITION TO THE RUSH FEE IS $35, CHOOSE THAT OPTION IN THE GRAPHICS SECTION.

USA Made with hard maple and oak.

Precision laser engraving burns the wood for a permanent marking.


Standard Rudis - Made in USA, Best price, most common.
Old World Style - Made in India, More handmade look, more variation in quality and wood grain.
Victoria Style - Made in USA, Historic octagon grip and 2-tone color.
Ceasar - Made In USA, Octagon Grip, Black Blade, hand painted engraving, looks sharp, consistent, quality.
Ceasar w/Standard Grip - Made in USA, Lower price of Ceasar. Savings on the simpler grip.

A Rudis was a gift to a gladiator for a special achievement. This signified his release from a slave to a freeman. Our Rudis is an excellent and unique gift for someone who has completed service in the military, retired, or completed an academic achievement.

• We can engrave a corporate logo, military insignia, and/or text in a variety of fonts. Email instructions to: [email protected] and include order number.

• View the display photos, Flickr, for examples of engravings or visit our Facebook Page.

COSTS
Expedited Shipping
We will hold $15 over and above the shipping amount if your order is due 10 business days or less from the order date. This will expedite the process and eliminate the extra time to track down additional funds for fast shipping IF NEEDED. You can only choose UPS Ground for expedited service, we will manually choose the best shipping option to reach you in time.

Engraving
Engraving for the first side of the rudis blade engraving is included. Engraving on each side of the guard or back side blade is additional. Please choose options when placing the order.
Here is a PPT template you can download. or HERE.


Graphics
If we do not have the image on file, a one-time setup fee may be required. The cost will vary based upon complexity of the image. You will be told which graphic fee to choose if you send a logo for approval before ordering, otherwise choose 'no graphics fee.' For a 'thin blue line' (or other color) within a flag, choose the Paint Thin Line in the dropdown menu. Any graphics work needed for a rush order choose 'Rush Graphics' fee in the dropdown menu.

Color
One, hand-painted color can be added for an additional $15 minimum charge. Multiple colors may be added on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us to discuss. For a 'thin blue line' (or other color) within a flag, choose the Paint Thin Line in the dropdown menu. You must specify the graphic to use in your engraving instructions.

Darken Upgrade:
Standard engraving is very nice, but the darken can really enhance the *POP* of the sword.


BLANK RUDIS
If you'd like just the rudis, with no engraving, please TELL US! We will not process the order without emailed instructions. A note can also be made in the order comments.

See Sizing tab for more information.

DISCOUNT CODE
Military personnel discount code for use at checkout: GOUSA

>> If you do not get a tracking number 3-4 business days before your due date, contact us!
We do up to 100 of these a week, and sometimes things are missed. Please do not wait until the due date to say you haven't received your item.

**For display purposes only**

A precision laser creates a permanent marking of the engraving by burning it into the wood.

Materials: Hard Maple and Oak
Overall Length: 27.25" / 692mm

We can meet almost any delivery timeline, but you will be required to pay any additional fees over what the cart quotes. Please contact first if you need overnight or 2nd day air and need a quote. On chat feature or text 713-857-4921
**We cannot ship this item to DPO addresses. Your order will not ship to a DPO**