Dadao
Dadao
Manufacture ID: SH1012
Dadao
Long the traditional weapon of Chinas peasant armies, the Dadao, or big sword, was used with deadly effect as late as the 1930s 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 sword. Although the original sword had no scabbard, Hanwei provides a simple carrying case for protection and ease of transportation.
Key Features:
- Authentic styling
- Powerful cutting capability
- Scabbard included
Specifications:
- Overall: 37 1/2
- Blade Length: 22 1/4
- Handle Length: 14 1/4
- Weight: 2lb 5oz
- Point of Balance: 4 1/2"
- Width at Guard: 1.74"
- Width at Tip: 3.8"
- Thickness at Guard: .20"
- Thickness at Tip: .10
Manufacture ID: SH1012
Dadao
Long the traditional weapon of Chinas peasant armies, the Dadao, or big sword, was used with deadly effect as late as the 1930s 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 sword. Although the original sword had no scabbard, Hanwei provides a simple carrying case for protection and ease of transportation.
Key Features:
- Authentic styling
- Powerful cutting capability
- Scabbard included
Specifications:
- Overall: 37 1/2
- Blade Length: 22 1/4
- Handle Length: 14 1/4
- Weight: 2lb 5oz
- Point of Balance: 4 1/2"
- Width at Guard: 1.74"
- Width at Tip: 3.8"
- Thickness at Guard: .20"
- Thickness at Tip: .10
