Chinese Swords

Niu Wei Dao or "oxtail saber" originated in civilian circles sometime in the 19th century. They are characterized by having relatively thin blades that flare out near the tip, where they have a rounder cutting section than other Chinese saber types. The blade has a beautiful sweeping upward curve with a handle that curve downwards.

This design is optimized for cutting soft targets, reflected the disappearance of armor on Chinese battlefield when firearms became more widespread.

Niu Wei Dao is versatile, impressive looking and gain widespread use among local militia, security police, body guards and martial artists. This late Qing Dynasty design have made it known as the archetypical Chinese saber. This Niu Wei Dao is an exacting replica of a well preserved Qing Dynasty Niu Wei Dao.

Total Length: 94cm
Blade Length: 76cm
Handle Length: 18cm
Total Weight: 975g
Point of Balance (from crossbar): 11.5cm
Blade thickness: 5mm
Material: GB 60Si2MnA High Carbon Manganese Spring Steel  (Compare to AISI/SAE 5160 spring steel) 
Scabbard: White wood, metal fittings 

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

Striking Eagle is the longest (148 cm - 4' 10.26") double handed Chu Jian we craft. This is a sword for the sword master and appeals to discerning sword collectors looking to add one of the longest Chinese sword ever forged to their collection.

Striking Eagle is modelled after the design of 2,000+ year old Chu double hand swords excavated during the 1950-1980 from tombs dating back 315 - 221 BC of the ancient Kingdom of Chu. We adopt the length of the longest Jian ever excavated in China, discovered in 1983 from the tomb of King Zhao Mo (D. 122 BC). 

The blade had a subtle amalgamation of flexibility and rigidity.

Sword only weight: 1190g 
Blade Length: 106.5cm (42")  
Handle Length: 41.5cm (16.3")  
Total Length: (148cm - 4' 10.26")
Width at hand guard: 30mm
Width at tip: 18mm   
Thickness: 7mm - 2.5mm at the tip
POB: 12cm 
Blade Profile: 8 surfaces shallow groove
Material: 1060 carbon steel + T9 tungsten-vanadium high-speed tool steel.
Scabbard: Wood, metal fittings 

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

In the hand guard are two inscriptions in ancient bird-worm seal script of the word for gentleman warrior 士 "Shi". The blade have double wide groove fashioned after bronze swords showing the transitional design from bronze weapon to the first steel weapon. Sturdy and substantial hand feel in-spite of its light weight.

Total Length: 95cm
Blade Length: 80cm
Tang Length: 15cm
Total Weight: 820g
Point of Balance (from crossbar): 17cm
Blade Thickness: 7mm - 2.5mm at the tip
Material: 1060 carbon steel + T8 tungsten-vanadium high-speed tool steel
Scabbard: Wood, metal fittings

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

This sword is the enhanced version of the Magnificent Chu Jian. Roaring Dragon is model after 2,200+ year old Chu double handed swords  The famous "Chu Long Sword", feared and respected in historical records. It was said this type of long sword were handled as if it was a spear and it moved like a flying dragon. 

Sword only weight: 1190g 
Blade Length: 100cm
Tang Length: 38cm  
Total Length: 138cm 
Width at hand guard: 30mm
Width at tip: 20mm   
Thickness: 7mm - 2.5mm at the tip
POB: 11.5cm (4.53")
Blade Profile: 8 surfaces shallow groove

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

Flying Phoenix is created based on classic Han Jian design and optimized to deliver the fastest and the most powerful "Thrust" and "Strike" sword techniques. Flying Phoenix is considered by LK Chen to be his masterpiece and the foremost sword in the LK5 collection.

Total Length: 106 cm
Blade Length: 86 cm
Handle Length: 20 cm
Total Weight: 790g
Point of Balance (from crossbar): 13 cm
Blade thickness: 7-2 mm
Material: 1060 carbon steel + T9 tungsten-vanadium high-speed tool steel
Scabbard: wood, metal fittings 

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

Based on the White Arc Han Jian, Sparring White Arc is our spring steel version of sparring sword for practitioners who opt for a sparring sword with handling as close as possible to a real Han Jian.

Total Length: 115cm
Blade Length: 95cm
Grip Length: 17cm
Point of Balance (from crossbar): 14cm
Blade Thickness: 7mm
Material: GB 65Mn High Carbon Manganese Spring Steel
Scabbard: Leather

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

White Arc is the quintessential single hand military Han Jian and based on a real Han Jain in LK Chen's personal collection.

White Arc exemplified the signature characteristics of Han Jian: a austere, slim, long, light, sharp single hand sword. Classic Han dynasty aesthetic, elegant and minimalist.

Total Length: 111.5cm
Blade Length: 95cm
Handle Length: 16.5cm
Total Weight: 810g
Point of Balance (from crossbar): 20cm
Blade Thickness: 7mm - 2.5mm at the tip
Width at Hand Guard: 30mm
Width at Tip: 17mm
Material: 1060 Carbon Steel + T8 Tungsten-Vanadium High-Speed Tool Steel
Scabbard: Yes

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

Soaring Sky is based on a rare antique sample of an early Han Dynasty Jian. Soaring Sky represents a bridge between the 8 sided blade Chu Jian to the later 4 sided blade Han Jian. Soaring Sky has the beautiful eight sided cross-section inherited from Chu Jian with the long and slender profile of a classic Han Jian. Eight sided Han Jian is rare and usually find in tombs of royal family members and senior officials. The hilt has a rhomboid cross section profile for accurate edge alignment.

Sword only weight: 763g 
Blade Length: 88.5cm  
Handle Length: 20cm   
Total Length: 110cm  
Width at hand guard: 29mm
Width at tip: 15mm  
Thickness: 7.38mm - 3.97mm at the tip
POB: 15cm 
Blade Profile: Octagonal 8 surfaces
Material: 1060 carbon steel + T9 tungsten-vanadium high-speed tool steel
Scabbard: Wood, metal fittings

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

During the Han Dynasty, the sport of Fencing was popular from the Imperial Court down to every street corner. There were many schools and well known teachers. Fencing scenes are popular subject matters on stone murals.

Total Length: 115cm 
Blade Length: 95cm 
Blade Width: 23mm
Grip Length: 17cm 
End Cap: 3cm 
Blade Thickness: 6.5-7 mm
Hardness: 54-55 HRC. 
Hand Guards: Stainless Steel
Grip: Flatten Wax Cord
Weight:1260g 
POB: 4cm 

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