Scratch and Dent Forge Direct Nine Dragon Jian (29971)

SCRATCH AND DENT SALE

Normally $1300 but on sale for $975, this blade has been further marked down for scratch and dent sale due to two issues - there are a few minor scratches on the otherwise perfect finish near the hilt and the brass fittings have a small cosmetic gap. Otherwise, the sword is in perfect condition and is being listed for quick sale.

ABOUT THE SWORD

A late period Qing Dynasty Sword - the Nine Dragon Sword is a fine example of a high quality Jian typical of the period and commonly used in martial arts such as Tai-Chi and other internal arts that use the sword to focus their internal energy or 'chi'. While each system has an 'ideal' weight and balance point, this sword is graceful - weighing merely 2.3lbs with a point of balance just 3.9" from the guard - and so should suit the vast majority of sword students looking for a practical training sword as well as a work of functional sword art.

Historically, The Qing Dynasty was the final imperial dynasty in China, lasting from 1644 to 1912. It was an era noted for its initial prosperity and tumultuous final years, and for being only the second time that China was not ruled by the Han people (in this case, it was the northern Manchurians who took control of the country, with their shaved heads and distinctive long braided ponytails).

With both edges of the blade differentially hardened - the blade can cut with ease with wide, sweeping arcs that can turn into a deadly piercing thrust in the blink of an eye. To achieve optimum balance, the brass handguard and pommel are hollowed out and much lighter than they appear (for if they were solid, the blade would lose its cutting power and be hard to handle).

There are two versions of this sword - one that has been artificially aged to give it the appearance of an antique and this version, which is how it would have looked new during the actual historical period.

Do not be fooled by cheap and nasty imitations, this sword is the real deal. Almost never seen out of China due to the uncertain market demand and high expense of production. However, with Forge Direct, you have a rare opportunity to order one of your own with FREE worldwide shipping right here at the SBG Sword Store!

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ABOUT THE FORGE

One of the biggest and most famous forged in China dedicated almost exclusively to producing historical, functional replicas of genuine Chinese Swords - the Baojian (precious sword) Forge joined Forge Direct in late November 2019 with many of the more expensive blades being personally forged by the current owner, level 2 ranked Master Smith Zhangshu Ji.

Established in 1956 with over 50 smiths (including several rank 1 Master Smiths) and 200 workers, this forge was selected in 1972 to produce 4 swords that were gifted to President Nixon during his historic visit to China and is renowned throughout the country as one of the best quality suppliers of premium quality traditional Chinese swords and ancient weaponry.

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