Pirate Swords

The deeply curved blade of the Scimitar recalls battles between the Saracen and Crusader. The hardwood grips and hawksbill pommel are typical of the originals and create the perfect balance that makes this piece essential equipment for Eastern dance practitioners.

Total length: 97cm
Blade length: 79cm
Grip length: 12cm
Weight: 1420g
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: None

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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 sword. Although the original sword had no scabbard, Hanwei provides a simple carrying case for protection and ease of transportation.

Total length: 95cm
Blade length: 57 cm
Grip length:  36cm
Weight: 1050g
Blade thickness (base):  0.5 cm
Blade thickness (CoP): 0.25 cm
Blade width (base): 4.41 cm
Blade width (CoP): 9.6 cm
Point of Balance (PoB):  11.4 cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: N/A
Scabbard: Synthetic

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The Ox-Tail Dao is undoubtedly one of the best weapon-grade swords of its type commercially available. Unlike the many decorative and theatrical versions of this sword, the Hanwei sword is a true replica of the originals. With its traditional ox-tail design, distal-tapered blade and hand-tied grip, the dao handles very well. A steel-mounted wooden scabbard is included.

Overall Length: 81cm
Blade Length: 64cm
Handle Length: 18cm
Weight: 765g
Point of Balance: 13cm
Width at Guard: 4cm
Width at Tip: 5cm
Thickness at Guard: 0.5cm
Blade: 1566 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Threaded
Scabbard: Wood, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The Practical Gongfu Broadsword is a further extension of Hanwei's “Practical” Series. Featuring a distal-tapered high carbon steel blade, wrapped grip and steel fittings, the saber 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.

Total length:  85cm
Blade length:  71cm
Grip length: 14cm
Weight:  735g
Blade thickness (base):  0.4cm 
Blade width (base):  3.4cm
Blade width (CoP):  6cm
Point of Balance (PoB):  20cm
Blade: 1566 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Threaded
Scabbard: Wood, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The Practical Taiji (Tai Chi) series from CAS Hanwei has been developed in response to many requests for a quality Taiji sword for everyday practice. Our SH2008 series features three blade lengths to suit the individual requirements of the Taiji practitioner. Featuring a steel guard and pommel the swords are correctly balanced and the the un-edged blades are crafted in fully tempered high-carbon steel. The flattened-diamond blade section produces a blade that is moderately stiff, while still allowing for some flexibility.

Total length:  98cm
Blade length:  81cm
Grip length:  17cm
Weight:  595g
Blade thickness (base):  0.5cm
Blade thickness (CoP):  0.2cm
Blade width (base):  2.7cm
Blade width (CoP):  1.9cm
Point of Balance (PoB):  10.1cm
Blade: 1566 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Nut
Scabbard: Synthetic, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Designed by noted martial artist and teacher Scott M. Rodell, Hanwei's Chinese Cutting Sword provides a purpose-built weapon for the art of cutting in Chinese Swordsmanship. Utilizing a special steel formulation and heat treatment regimen developed by Hanwei, the blade optimizes edge hardness and body toughness, ideal characteristics in a cutting sword. The elegantly simple steel fittings reinforce the sword`s mission, providing uncluttered lines while still remaining true to tradition. The black leather-over-cranberry ray skin grip ensures secure handling. A rosewood scabbard with fittings matching the hilt completes an attractive package.

Overall Length: 100.5cm
Blade Length: 73.5cm
Handle Length: 21.6cm
Weight: 954g
Blade: 5160 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Sharp
Pommel: Nut
Scabbard: Rosewood, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

This Swept-Hilt Rapier features classical lines, with a high-carbon steel flex-tempered blade, a stainless steel hilt (for reduced maintenance) and a hardwood grip. The hilt is of the same size as the museum piece on which it is based, providing an authentic “feel” in the user’s hand and weight and balance also match originals. The blade is interchangeable with our “Practical” blade (OH2255) which is designed for safety in rapier sparring. The matching Main Gauche (SH2198) may also be equipped with a sparring blade. 

Our Renaissance-style Rapiers trace their origins to early 17th century Europe, where swordplay with the Rapier was considered an essential part of a gentleman’s education and was often used in resolving gentlemanly disagreements. Blades generally originated in one of the blade making centers such as Toledo or Solingen, but many differences in styling and hilt materials resulted from the local manufacture of hilts all over Europe. 

Total length: 113.7cm
Blade length: 93.1cm
Grip length: 8.6cm
Weight: 0.94kg
Blade thickness (base): 0.61cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 7.6cm
Centre of Percussion (CoP): 76.8cm
Blade: High Carbon Steel
Edge: Slightly Sharp
Pommel: Peened
Scabbard: Leather, Wood, Steel

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

The Schlaeger Rapiers utilize a popular swept hilt, modified to accommodate Hanwei's schlaeger blades in 37" (SH1099) and 43" (SH1098) lengths. These tapered blades provide a superior balance compared to the traditional parallel-sided schlaegers, making for a faster sword.

Paul Chen's Renaissance-style Rapiers trace their origins to early 17th century Europe, where swordplay with the Rapier was considered an essential part of a gentleman’s education and was often used in resolving gentlemanly disagreements. Blades generally originated in one of the blade making centers such as Toledo or Solingen, but many differences in styling and hilt materials resulted from the local manufacture of hilts all over Europe.

Total length: 125cm
Blade length: 109cm
Grip length: 10cm
Weight: 1.1kg
Blade width (base): 2.5cm
Point of Balance (PoB): 5.7 cm
Blade: 1566 High Carbon Steel
Edge: Blunt
Pommel: Threaded
Scabbard: None

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.