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Yan Ling Dao "Jin Ming IV" (Marshal Grade · rounded style)
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Yan Ling Dao "Jin Ming IV" (Marshal Grade · rounded style)
锦鸣四型 · 雁翎刀 (圆式)
Yan Ling Dao is a symbol of the transition from the Chinese straight blade Dao to a curved Dao. It is a type of ancient Chinese sword worn at the waist (Yao Dao, 腰刀) that resembles the feathers tip of a wild goose, hence the name "Yan Ling Dao".
Most of the surviving Yan Ling Dao were produced in the late Ming and early Qing dynasties. The manufacturing level of the late Ming Yanling Dao was the highest, which may be related to the frequent wars at that time and the increasing reliance on weapons.
Yan Ling Dao combines the advantages of both straight and curved sabers. Many original specimens came with over 70 cm long. 3/4 of the blade were relatively straight and an upper edge at the front 1/3 for cavalry practical combat. 15-20 cm of the blade has a double edge till the tip, which is often thickened enhencing the thruting ability for piercing armor.
The solid and elegant Yan Ling Dao "Jing Ming IV" is based on a rare antique Yan Ling Dao in excellent standards. The blade of Yan Ling Dao "Jing Ming IV" is slender and balances well, with a neatly-cut thin fuller and a wide groove below, making it a masterpiece of blade profile. The length and curvature of Dao handle depend on mesurements of blade. Single-handed handles tend to have a curved design.
锦鸣四型 · 雁翎刀 (圆式)
Yan Ling Dao is a symbol of the transition from the Chinese straight blade Dao to a curved Dao. It is a type of ancient Chinese sword worn at the waist (Yao Dao, 腰刀) that resembles the feathers tip of a wild goose, hence the name "Yan Ling Dao".
Most of the surviving Yan Ling Dao were produced in the late Ming and early Qing dynasties. The manufacturing level of the late Ming Yanling Dao was the highest, which may be related to the frequent wars at that time and the increasing reliance on weapons.
Yan Ling Dao combines the advantages of both straight and curved sabers. Many original specimens came with over 70 cm long. 3/4 of the blade were relatively straight and an upper edge at the front 1/3 for cavalry practical combat. 15-20 cm of the blade has a double edge till the tip, which is often thickened enhencing the thruting ability for piercing armor.
The solid and elegant Yan Ling Dao "Jing Ming IV" is based on a rare antique Yan Ling Dao in excellent standards. The blade of Yan Ling Dao "Jing Ming IV" is slender and balances well, with a neatly-cut thin fuller and a wide groove below, making it a masterpiece of blade profile. The length and curvature of Dao handle depend on mesurements of blade. Single-handed handles tend to have a curved design.
Specifications
The forging technique employed in creating this blade deliberately combines iron and steel with distinct properties to produce distinct patterns visible on the blade's surface. The blade's edge features a unique pattern resembling teeth, often referred to as tiger or horse teeth (马牙夹钢), which is a defining feature of Chinese and Mongolian blade forging methods. A magnificent mountain panorama is visible on the blade's surface. All measurements are approximations Each handmade blade varies a bit Sword only weight: approx. 770 g Blade length: 70cm Width at hand guard: 35 mm Blade thickness: 7 mm at the guard Handle length total: 15cm POB: 15cm from hand guard Labor intensive Horse teeth composite folded SteelHand folded pattern steel as blade spine T10 tungsten-cobalt-vanadium high-speed tool steel on edge T10 tungsten-vanadium high-speed tool steel: Element————————— Content (%) Tungsten——————————0.15 Chromium—————————0.15 Vanadium—————————0.10 Carbon———————————1.1 Molybdenum————————0.10 Manganese—————————0.40 Silico————————————0.10 Phosphorus————————0.02 Sulfur————————————0.02 Our heat treatment on blade edge results in 58-60 HRC hardness, with blade rebound and effortless bamboo cutting. Hand-polished for a soft shine and razor-sharp edge. |
Fittings
Precision cast brass fittings. (Blackened treatment available) Begonia-shape hand guard. All with dragon and scroll-like patterns design. Pommel secured by peening. Scabbard & Handle Top quality Lapacho hardwood scabbard and handle, is incredibly durable. Scabbard wrapping with carefully selected real ray-skin. (color can be changed). Curved handle wrapped with rope according to ancient methods. The craftsman specifically searched for high-quality handle ropes used in the repair of antique weapons, in order to achieve the desired feel and restore the effect of an ancient sword. Fit and Finish We have achieved perfection in the fitting and finishing of our swords, and our senior craft masters perform the final assembly with meticulous care. The precision fit of our swords requires the skilled craftsmanship of a full day's work. |
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Horse teeth composite folded steel blade