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Qi family long Dao "Yi Jun" (Warrior Grade · angular type)
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Qi family long Dao "Yi Jun" (Warrior Grade · angular type)
翊钧 · 戚家战刀
The Qi family Dao is normally single-handed military saber for the riders in the cavalry and infantry units in pair with a rattan shield. Besides single-handed Qi Family Dao "Yi Jun", this is the third blade type recreated based on a rare double-handed antique Ming Dao. It's generally the Chinese adaptation of the Japanese Long Sabers.
When the war develops to a certain stage and scale, its outcome does not only depend on the superiority of a certain weapon. During the Ming Dynasty, the single-handed saber was inferior to the double-handed Japanese saber in terms of combat effectiveness, until Qi Jiguang invented the "Mandarin Duck Formation 鸳鸯阵". When combined with the Lang Xian (wolf brush) made of bamboo and the protection of a rattan shield, the single-handed sword could achieve excellent results in battle.
In General Qi JiGuang's (1528-1588) treatise "练兵实纪 Practical Guide for Military Training," he stated: "The blade should be ground flat, and it is sharp without a ridge. The sharpness comes from the tip." This refers to the way the blade is sharpened, with a "V"-shaped edge and a flat grind, which gives the blade greater cutting power. Based on a comparative study of a large number of collections, the term "ridge" mentioned here should be so called "yokote", a line or bevel that separates the finish of the main blade and the finish of the tip.
翊钧 · 戚家战刀
The Qi family Dao is normally single-handed military saber for the riders in the cavalry and infantry units in pair with a rattan shield. Besides single-handed Qi Family Dao "Yi Jun", this is the third blade type recreated based on a rare double-handed antique Ming Dao. It's generally the Chinese adaptation of the Japanese Long Sabers.
When the war develops to a certain stage and scale, its outcome does not only depend on the superiority of a certain weapon. During the Ming Dynasty, the single-handed saber was inferior to the double-handed Japanese saber in terms of combat effectiveness, until Qi Jiguang invented the "Mandarin Duck Formation 鸳鸯阵". When combined with the Lang Xian (wolf brush) made of bamboo and the protection of a rattan shield, the single-handed sword could achieve excellent results in battle.
In General Qi JiGuang's (1528-1588) treatise "练兵实纪 Practical Guide for Military Training," he stated: "The blade should be ground flat, and it is sharp without a ridge. The sharpness comes from the tip." This refers to the way the blade is sharpened, with a "V"-shaped edge and a flat grind, which gives the blade greater cutting power. Based on a comparative study of a large number of collections, the term "ridge" mentioned here should be so called "yokote", a line or bevel that separates the finish of the main blade and the finish of the tip.
Specifications
This Qi Family Dao Warrior Grade has an imitated Japanese blade with a single deep fuller till the blade tip. Blade are secured by 2 peenings on handle (the same as Jap. Katana) Carefully hairline finished blade surface, for easily grinding and maintenance after cutting. All measurements are approximations Each handmade blade varies a bit Sword only weight: approx. 977 g Blade length: 73cm Width at hand guard: 35 mm Blade thickness: 7 mm at the guard Handle length total: 26cm POB: 12.5cm from the hand guard GB 60Si2MnA High Carbon Manganese Spring Steel (Compare to AISI/SAE 5160 spring steel) Element Content (%)——60Si2MnA——AISI/SAE 5160 Carbon——————————0.54-0.64———0.52-0.59 Silicon——————————1.50-2.00—————≤0.4 Manganese———————0.70-1.0—————0.70-1.00 Phosphorus————————≤0.035———— ≤0.025 Sulfur———————————≤0.035—————≤0.025 Chromium—————————≤0.35—————0.70-1.0 Nickel———————————≤0.35——————≤0.25 Vanadium————————0.080-0.16—————0.0 Our heat treatment results in 54-55 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). Fittings on scabbard based on an original sample in the style of Ming period "loach-back". Pommel glued on handle Scabbard & Handle Ming Qing military Dao handle has a curve instead of being straight, An uncomfortable grip feeling. The carefully designed handle narrows slightly in the middle, completely replicating the shape of the handle of an original Ming single-handed sword. lt fits perfectly with the hand, making it easy to grip and cut. The Dao handle can be held with both hands and from the appearance, the handle is relatively straight and tilts toward the back of the blade, extending the blade curve. Top quality Lapacho hardwood scabbard and handle, are incredibly durable. 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. |
Qi family long Dao "Yi Jun" (Warrior Grade · angular type)
Original double-handed Qi Family Dao with Japanese style blade
Ming crossman carried long Dao as part of their equipment
Ming army with long Dao
"Dan Dao Fa Xuan"