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青 花 Qing Hua |
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Period: Contemporary Blade/hilt length: 30'' 7 1/2'' Blade width/thickness (max.): 1 3/8'' 5/16'' Weight: 42 oz |
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This sword is a contemporary sword and was manufactured by the Damascus
process. The blade was made by welding, twisting, folding and re-welding in
several cycles to produce the distinct and durable Damascus layering
texture. The steel used for this sword are of two types, the low-carbon,
soft steel for its strength and the high carbon, hard steel for its
hardness. The Damascus process requires extensive labor, manufactory skill
and prolonged period of time. As a result, the cost of producing such a jian
is extremely high. Consequently, the Damascus sword has become a rarity in
the present days. Both handle and scabbard were made by hand from ancient mahogany which has rich color and fine wood texture. They are will illustrated. There are four nuts, equally paced on the scabbard and all made of brass with designed sculptures. These tightly fitted cuff-like nuts give the scabbard a steady appearance. |
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