Dao SwordĀ Description
The tang dao is a single handed Chinese saber, or broadsword, with a single edged blade used for chopping and slashing. Originally dating back to the Bronze Aged Shang Dynasty (1766-1122 B.C.E.), the dao gained fame during the Han Dynasty. Common dao blade designed typically come from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644 C.E.). This sword is from the Tang dynasty fromĀ 690-705 B.C.E.Ā The dao was the common weapon of the cavalry during the early Han dynasty (206 B.C.E-220 C.E.) but it evolved into an infantry weapon, replacing the han jian. It ranged in size between 34ā-45ā and was used with a rectangular shield. Middle eastern and European sabers were influenced by the design of the dao since the Mongol invasion in the 13th century. This sword is a Tang Dao Sword. Currently the weapon is commonly used in martial arts and self-defense training due to its versatility.
Blade Materials
The longsword sword is made from pattern welded Damascus steel. Ā Pattern welded Damascus steel is a hard heat treated, folded carbon steel. Ā There are 11 pieces of steel, folded five times, making 352 layers. Ā The steel is the perfect combination of hardness and durability with a Rockwell hardness rating between 55 and 56 HRC. Ā High carbon Damascus steel must contain layers of high carbon steel. Ā The high carbon steel we use is 1095 steel which is the highest content carbon steel used in swords. Ā The combination of the steel layers creates a sword that is strong enough to hold a powerful edge while having the strength and flexibility to withstand powerful collisions. Ā This makes the perfect steel for swords with a Rockwell Hardness of 55-56 HRC. Ā The handle is wood with Damascus steel bolsters. Ā It comes with a leather sheath, and has 352 layers. Ā
Sword Details
Overall Length: 39"
Rockwell Hardness: 56-58 HRC
Number of layers: Ā 352
Sheath:Ā Steel and Wood
Blade Material: High Carbon Damascus Steel
Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā 6 Pieces of Carbon Steel #43 and #40
Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā 5 Pieces of High Carbon Steel 1095
Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā 1st Fold- 11x2=22 Layers
Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā 2nd Fold- 22*2=44 Layers
Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā 3rd Fold- 44*2=88 Layers
Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā 4th Fold- 88*2=176 Layers
Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā 5th Fold- 176*2=352 Layers
Tang Dao Sword- High Carbon Damascus Steel - 39"
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