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Water Song Wushu Broadsword

(Ref: HW2064)

The Water Song Wushu Broadsword has an ultra-flexible high-carbon blade, tapering to almost paper-thin at the tip. At barely a pound in weight, the sword is very quick and the “Water Song” (caused by vibrating the blade) is very audible.

Key Features

  • Highly flexible blade
  • Very light and quick
  • Semi-sharp and flexible

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 85.1cm 33½"
Blade Length 71.1cm 28"
Grip Length 14.0cm 5½"
Weight 0.500Kg 1lb 2oz

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Practical Broadsword

(Ref: HW2063)

The Practical Gongfu Broadsword sword is a further extension of our “Practical” Series. Featuring a distal-tapered high carbon steel blade, wrapped grip and steel fittings, the dao is a traditional ox-tail design. The textured wooden scabbard is designed with a slotted opening, which makes both for easy sheathing and graceful lines. In line with other swords in the “Practical” series, the Practical Gongfu Broadsword is very affordable.

Key Features

  • Distal-tapered high carbon steel blade
  • Wooden scabbard
  • Sharp and rigid

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 84.5cm 33¼"
Blade Length 71.1cm 28"
Grip Length 14.0cm 5½"
Weight 0.730Kg 1lb 10oz

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Dadao Sword

(Ref: HW1012)

Long the traditional weapon of China’s peasant armies, the Dadao, or big sword, was used with deadly effect as late as the 1930’s in the Sino-Japanese War. Its single- or two-handed versatility, combined with the tremendous slashing power of its weight-forward blade made it the ideal close-quarters weapon. Although the originals had no scabbard, a simple carrying case is provided for protection and ease of transportation.

Key Features

  • Authentic styling
  • Powerful cutting capability
  • Scabbard included

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 95.2cm 37½"
Blade Length 56.5cm 22¼"
Grip Length 36.2cm 14¼"
Weight 1.040Kg 2lb 5oz

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Beile Dao

(Ref: HW2386)

The original Beile (Lord in Manchu), also known as the “Banner Lords” and “Iron-Capped Princes” were the sons of Nurgaci, founder of the Qing Dynasty. After his death the Beile Hong Taiji was selected as Khan.

Our Beile Dao commemorates this Prince. Its beautifully detailed Iron furniture complements the patterning of the Damascus blade and the rayskin-covered scabbard adds to the rugged richness of the sword. Truly a collector piece and creating a demand in its homeland, this sword will only be available in limited quantities.

Key Features

  • Damascus Blade
  • Authentic ray-skin covered scabbard
  • Fully functional
  • Free UK Delivery

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 91.4cm 36"
Blade Length 73.7cm 29"
Grip Length 10.8cm 4¼"
Weight 1.120Kg 2lb 8oz

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Song Sword

(Ref: HW2074)

Our Song Sword exemplifies both the traditional values and the commitment to quality of the craftsmen of Hanwei. Patterned after a Song Dynasty sword, this version features a folded K120C powder steel blade in the traditional willow-leaf design, with exquisite patterning and deep fullers. The solid bronze guard has a “flying goose” motif on the grip side, with traditional “good fortune” designs on the reverse, repeated on the pommel and scabbard fittings. The grip is leather-wrapped over sharkskin, which also covers the scabbard. The beauty of the Song sword belies the fact that it is fully functional, with great inherent strength, balance and cutting ability.

Key Features

  • Authentic styling
  • Folded Swedish powder steel blade
  • Fully functional
  • Free UK Delivery

Measurements / Specifications

Specification Metric Imperial
Overall 81.28cm 32"
Blade Length 62.2cm 24½"
Grip Length 14.6cm 5¾"
Weight 0.950Kg 2lb 2oz

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