Yan Ling Dao marks a transition from traditional straight-blade Chinese Dao to curve Dao. The blade is mostly straight with a smooth curve towards the tip of theblade. Many original specimens came with an upper edge and 1-2 fullers. Yan Ling Dao is suitable for both cavalry and infantry and was popular in the late Ming and early Qing dynasties.
This chiseled and solid Yan Ling Dao is closely modeled after a unique 17th century specimen in Mr. Peter Dekker's private collection. The rare sundial-like hand guard gives the name of the sword "Tai Yang", which means the sun. The fittings are cast iron and in the "Fang-Shi" or square style popular in the mid-17th century to early 18th century.
Total Length: 87cm
Blade Length: 69.5cm
Handle Length: 18cm
Total Weight: 1kg
Point of Balance (from crossbar): 11.5cm
Blade thickness: 5mm
Material: 1060 carbon steel
Scabbard: White wood scabbard wrapping with vegan brown leather
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
