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title: "Spada Scura — X Gravity"
description: "A premium rifle-accessory brand, from naming to launch, that brought craftsmanship into a category built on tactical black polymer."
url: https://xgravity.co/work/spadascura.html
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# Spada Scura

Controlled performance, not aggression.

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A premium rifle-accessory brand, from naming to launch, that brought craftsmanship into a category built on tactical black polymer.

What we did

Naming, Positioning, Identity, Packaging, Website, Product photography

## The problem

The category leans on aggressive tactical styling and utility-first messaging. Spada Scura needed credibility with serious shooters while leading with craftsmanship and premium materials.

## The idea

The name means "dark sword" in Italian. The brand is controlled performance over aggression: dark purple, restrained type, walnut and machined metal.

## The work

A custom shield with blade details, a hidden SS monogram and three pillars for the three founders. Macro studio photography with compositing to show the products on many rifle platforms without a shoot for each. A reusable case-style package that doubles as brass storage, with a clear install manual. And the Ace of Spada challenge: hit the mark at 100 yards on video and earn a hat you can't buy.

## The result

A partnership deal with SIG SAUER and one consistent position across every customer touchpoint.

## More from the project

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