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My late father made some knives in the 70's from beat-up old bayonets bought cheaply by the dozen.
My 7 year old was exploring the room of death last month, and asked if he could pick something out.
"Of course!" sez I (SWMBO? - Forgiveness not permission) and so he picks out one of the Dad-mades and declares it his short sword. This one had a wood sheath and Dad said he was going to make a frog for it....one day. "How can I wear it?" asks Miles.
With some basic leatherwork, Dad's knife gets a frog and his grandson has a short sword. All's right in the world.
Treasure these moments, friend -- but then, it seems you already know that...
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That does have a pseudo-gladius look to it. Your dad did a very good job remodeling that old bayonet. Now your son needs a shield and armor so he can serve in the neighborhood legion.
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