Gladius Certificate of Authenticity: Learn All About Your Gloves' ID

Gladius Certificate of Authenticity: Learn All About Your Gloves' ID

Oscar Wilde once quipped:

- “Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery that mediocrity can pay to greatness.”

In the world of fighting gear, this rings painfully true: as soon as one brand creates something good, dozens of copycats emerge selling counterfeit gloves that mimic the originals. A quick scroll through any Reddit thread reveals just how big this problem has become.

We refuse to let knock-offs tarnish the reputation we’ve built. That’s why every genuine Gladius purchase comes with our Certificate of Authenticity, your guarantee that what’s in the box is the real deal.

Photo of Gladius Certificate of Authenticity

What is Gladius Certificate of Authenticity (COA)?

The certificate is your gears' ID. It comes in the box of every purchase of an original product from Gladius. You will easily identify it to be a piece of paper stamped with a Gladius wax seal. 

It attests the equipment came directly from Gladius and is not a cheap copy with our logo on it. Every certificate has:

  • An unique Serial Number: Encodes your glove’s model, batch, and production year. 

  • Gladius Founder’s Signature: Each certificate is personally signed by our founder to avoid copies. 

  • Wax Seal: Our red Gladius seal (just like in old Roman letters). 

Together, these elements confirm that your gloves shipped straight from our factory and not from some fly-by-night counterfeiter.

Why the Certificate of Authenticity matters? 

  • Traceability: The serial number ties your gloves directly back to our records, so any questions or warranty claims get answered with knowledge of what product you have in your hands.

  • Counterfeit Protection: No more guessing games. The COA proves you’ve invested in authentic Gladius quality, not a cheap imitation.

  • Lifetime Membership Benefits: Your unique serial number is also an 8% lifetime discount code on all future Gladius purchases and grants you early access to new releases (including limited-edition drops).

  • Bragging Rights: Let’s be honest, the COA looks amazing and give your gear an special gravitas. 

How do I know my Cerificate of Authenticity is real? 

Your COA has a few built-in features that make it a bit harder for scammers to copy. When shopping a Gladius product from third-party sellers, always ask to see the COA and verify:

  • A vivid red Gladius wax seal—it shouldn’t look smudged or off-color.

  • A valid serial number—enter it on our website to confirm your 8% discount works.

  • A handwritten signature—our founder signs every single certificate.

If any of these elements are missing or look tampered with, you’re probably holding a forgery.

Frequently Asked Questions

The COA is an official document included with every genuine Gladius product. It features a red wax seal, a unique serial number that encodes your gear’s model, batch, and production year, plus the founder’s handwritten signature—proving your equipment is 100% authentic.
Contact Gladius customer support (contact@gladiusfight.com) with your purchase details (order number, date, and seller). We’ll cross-check our records and can reissue a digital copy tied to your serial number.
No. Certificates are only issued with new, genuine Gladius products shipped directly from us or our authorized retailers. If your gear lacks a COA it’s likely counterfeit.
Yes. Every glove that leaves our warehouse has an unique COA.
First, ensure you entered the number exactly as shown (including any leading zeros). If it still fails, reach out to support with a photo of the COA—our team will verify and reset the code if necessary.
  • Wax Seal: Look for the vibrant red Gladius seal.
  • Serial Number: Enter it on our website’s verification page; it should activate your 8% lifetime discount.
  • Signature: Confirm the founder’s handwritten signature is present and unaltered.