Chifu Sword Description
The Chifu sword, or Chi Fu sword, was a legendary dragon sword in ancient times of Chinese. During the fabled in Warring States period (BC475-BC221) in China, this sword was developed to represent the famous dragon and the sword, the chifu sword, was named in its honor. This sword stands for strength and power. The war was eventually won bu the Qin state who established the first unified Chinese state. Perhaps due to the fighting, the Warring State period saw dramatic developments in society, commerce, agriculture, philosophy, and arts, establishing the foundations for Imperial China.
Blade Materials
The sword is made from Pattern welded Damascus steel. Â Pattern welded Damascus steel is a hard heat treated, folded carbon steel. Â There are 11 pieces of steel, folded five times, making 352 layers. Â The steel is the perfect combination of hardness and durability with a Rockwell hardness rating between 55 and 56 HRC. Â High carbon Damascus steel must contain layers of high carbon steel. Â The high carbon steel we use is 1095 steel which is the highest content carbon steel used in swords. Â 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. Â This makes the perfect steel for swords. Â The handle is wood with brass bolsters.Â
Sword Details
Handle Material: Wood
Overall Length: 21"
Rockwell Hardness: 55-56 HRC
Number of layers: Â 352
Sheath: Leather sheath
Blade Material: Damascus steel
      6 Pieces of Carbon Steel #43 and #40
      5 Pieces of High Carbon Steel 1095
      1st Fold- 11x2=22 Layers
      2nd Fold- 22*2=44 Layers
      3rd Fold- 44*2=88 Layers
      4th Fold- 88*2=176 Layers
      5th Fold- 176*2=352 Layer
Chifu Sword- High Carbon Red Damascus Steel -Legendary Dragon Sword - 21"