CAS Hanwei Rodell Cutting Jian

Paul Chen Chinese Cutting Sword Knife. Rodell our 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 rayskin grip ensures secure handling. A rosewood scabbard with fittings matching the hilt completes an attractive package. Scott M. Rodell's martial arts career includes over 25 years of training in Yang Style Taijiquan. He has trained under several noted Chinese masters in both the U.S. and China. He is the founding Director of the Great River Taoist Center headquartered in Washington D.C. with branches across the U.S. Russia Estonia Netherlands Germany and Australia. Rodell is the author of "Chinese Swordsmanship the Yang Family Taiji Jian Tradition" and "A Practical Guide to Test Cutting for Historical Swordsmanship" both of which are highly recommended. Specifications for Paul Chen Chinese Cutting Jian Sword: Overall: 39 1/2" Blade Length: 29" Handle Length: 8 1/2" Weight: 2lb 2oz Features of Paul Chen Chinese Cutting Jian Sword: Special steel and heat treated blade Cutting geometry Steel fittings Cranberry rayskin with black leather covered grip Rosewood scabbard The ultimate Chinese cutting sword Designed by Scott Rodell Package Contents: Paul Chen Chinese Cutting Jian Sword Specifications for Paul Chen Chinese Cutting Jian Sword: Manufacturer: Paul Chen Blade Length: 28.88 in Overall Length: 39.5 in Handle Material: Wood Paul Chen PC2429: Chinese Cutting Sword Knife