GLADIUS is a monocoque speargun entirely manufactured in 100% high modulus carbon fiber. GLADIUS is a fast hydrodynamic gun featuring a rigid barrel for very sharp and stable shooting. It is versatile and can be used for different types of hunting.
It has a shape of a cuttlefish bone with a reduced head and a higher volume towards the hand. This shape makes it well balanced and easy to handle in the water. It has an integrated shaft guide over the whole barrel.
The behindhand triggering mechanism is C4 “Auto-R” with an integrated line releaser that can be positioned on the left or on the right side. The mechanism and the trigger are entirely manufactured in stainless steel AISI316.
GLADIUS is sold with two anatomical and adjustable handles. The head, which is integrated in the barrell, is made entirely in carbon fiber and can feature single or double latex bands with a diameter up to ø18mm. On the head there are two hook shaped stainless steel line holders on the sides and one line holder screwed to the bottom of the barrel.
On request it is possible to have the left anatomical handle but only in orange.
The handle butt is covered in soft plastic material to have more stability during the charge. GLADIUS can mount C4 HERCULES reels.
Measurements
GLADIUS 85: Barrel Length: 850 mm – Shaft Length: 1250 mm
GLADIUS 95: Barrel Length: 950 mm – Shaft Length: 1350 mm
GLADIUS 105: Barrel Length: 1050 mm – Shaft Length: 1450 mm
GLADIUS 115: Barrel Length: 1150 mm – Shaft Length: 1550 mmInstruction Manual
https://c4carbon.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/C4-Libretto-istruzioni-Gladius_WEB.pdf
Preparation
Model Gladius | 17/4 ph stainless | C4 Primeline |
Gladius 85 | Ø 6,50 mm single barb, | 1 x ( 16 mm black) |
Gladius 95 | Ø 6,50 mm single barb, | 1 x ( 16 mm black) |
Gladius 105 | Ø 6,75 mm single barb, | 2 x ( 16 mm + 14 mm black) |
Gladius 115 | Ø 6,75 mm single barb, | 2 x ( 16 mm + 14 mm black) |
C4 gladius
How to know the exact measure of C4 Primeline slings to be assembled on my speargun?
To make a circular brand
Measure length L on your speargun
L= from the wishbone notch on the shaft to the sling posponing on the head.14mm dia Slings : (L cm x 2 ) / 3.4
16 mm dia Slings: (L cm x 2 ) / 3.3Add the cm needed for the binding.
Example: If L is 80 cm and you need to assemble a 16mm dia sling:
80 cm x2 = 160 cm
160 : 3,3 = 48.48 cm
48,48 + 3 cm ( cm for standard binding ) = 51,48 cmYou will therefore have to cut a 16mm dia sling with a length of 51.48 cm.
To make a single band
Measure length L on your speargun
L= from the wishbone notch on the shaft to the sling positioning on the head.
E14mm dia Slings : (L cm x 2 ) / 3.4
16 mm dia Slings: (L cm x 2 ) / 3.3Add the cm needed for the binding.
Example: If L is 80 cm and you need to assemble a 16mm dia sling:
80 cm : 3.3 = 24.24 cm
24.24 + 3 cm ( cm for standard binding ) = 27.24 cmYou will therefore have to cut a 16mm dia sling with a length of 27.24 cm.
Standard leghts of slings supplied with Gladius speargun
GLADIUS 85
C4 PRIMELINE orange sling 16mm dia. x 52 cmGLADIUS 95
C4 PRIMELINE orange sling 16mm dia. x 58 cmGLADIUS 105 double sling
C4 PRIMELINE orange sling 16mm dia. x 64 cm
C4 PRIMELINE orange sling 14mm dia. x 64 cmGLADIUS 115 double sling
C4 PRIMELINE orange sling 16mm dia. x 70 cm
C4 PRIMELINE orange sling 14mm dia. x 70 cm