This is the Forge Folded Handmade Tang Royal Court Eight Sided Han Wu Chinese Jian. This sword is a high quality, exquisite eight sided jian with highly detailed vine-scroll bronze fittings and semi-precious stones. The scabbard and handle are made of high quality exotic dark ebony wood which is sanded smooth and given a matte finish. This sword is a wonderful display piece and shows the height of Chinese sword making technology and culture.
Blade: The blade of the Jian has been constructed from forge folded steel, through hardened, and highly hand polished. It has an eight-sided geometry with wavy forge folding pattern, traditionally tapered blade width in the last third of the blade and crisp lines.
The blade comes full tang and sharp.
Scabbard: The scabbard is masterfully made with exotic dark ebony wood, with the wood contouring to the shape of the sword. The chape (tip) of the scabbard is handcrafted antiqued bronze with ornate patterning and and semi-precious stones. It also features another scabbard band as well as decorated belt loop holder and scabbard throat, all with antiqued bronze and semi-precious stones.
Handle: The handle core is made of exotic dark wood which is in an oval shape and finely sanded in a matte finish. The hand guard is a court style shape with semi-precious stones. Two highly decorated antiqued bronze retaining pins secure the blade to the handle with a silk brown cord tassel hanging from a loop on the second retaining pin. The handle is finished off with an intricate pommel, also of crafted bronze with semi-precious stones.
Note: Sword stand sold separately.
Overall Length: 42.25"
Blade Length: 31"
Handle Length: 10.5"
Blade: Sharp
Blade Material: Forge Folded Steel
Weight W/O Scabbard: 2lb 12oz
This product is sold brand new. A manufacturer warranty applies only when the manufacturer provides one for this item.
Return requests must be submitted within 14 days of delivery and approved by our RMA department before the item is shipped back. Non-defective returns may be subject to a minimum 25% restocking fee and return shipping charges. Unauthorized returns are not eligible for credit or refund. Read the full return policy.
Guard Material: Handcrafted Bronze / Semi Precious Stones
Handle Material: Exotic Dark Ebony Wood and crafted Bronze
Fittings Material: Crafted Bronze/Semi Precious Stones
Condition: Brand new
Accessories: Silk Sword Bag and Deluxe Display Box
This product is sold brand new. A manufacturer warranty applies only when the manufacturer provides one for this item.
Return requests must be submitted within 14 days of delivery and approved by our RMA department before the item is shipped back. Non-defective returns may be subject to a minimum 25% restocking fee and return shipping charges. Unauthorized returns are not eligible for credit or refund. Read the full return policy.