A guandao is a type of Chinese pole weapon that is used in some forms of Chinese martial arts. In Chinese, it is properly called a yanyuedao ("reclining moon blade"), the name under which it always appears in texts from the Song to Qing dynasties such as the Wujing Zongyao and Huangchao Liqi Tushi. It is comparable to the Japanese naginata and the European fauchard or glaive and consists of a heavy blade with a spike at the back and sometimes also a notch at the spike's upper base that can catch an opponent's weapon. In addition there are often irregular serrations that lead the back edge of the blade to the spike. The blade is mounted atop a 1.5 m to 1.8 m (5–6 foot) long wooden or metal pole with a pointed metal counter weight used to balance the heavy blade and for striking on the opposite end.
I love this sword;the fact it came early on the Sabbath, I actually prayed over it and had it blessed. I love the color, the lightning, the sheath,the character of the blade overall regarding design, even the leather grip ,feels amazing.
It feels like a full tang in the blade, great weight for me and working on my forearms. Haven't done a cutting test quite yet but I felt the edge slide against my finger and I know for sure it's sharp, yet it didn't cut me to cause bleeding.
Awesome blade, I recommend.
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Kamado Tanjiro's Sword, Demon Slayer Sword, Kimetsu No Yaiba Sword - Nichirin Sword |
I had no idea that this sword would be so spectacular, I bought this sword for my 16 yr old stepson and this is his very first sword, I thought it was going to be cheaply made that is why I purchased it. When I received the sword I opened the package and OMG!!! The sword is heavy and made with fantastic craftsmanship and it’s CRAZY SHARP!!!!! Great job I’m very very very satisfied!
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Golden Blade And Leopard Tsuba |
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Tanjiro Kagura Sword, Demon Slayer Sword, Kimetsu No Yaiba Sword - Nichirin Sword |
Love these swords. Weight and balance are right on. Will definitely buy more
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Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword High Manganese Steel With Blue Blade And White Scabbard |
It was an amazing Christmas gift for my friend who absolutely loved it.
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The Walking Dead Michonne's Katana, Zombie Slayer Katana Sword With Strap |
I just bought This katana and it’s beautiful. It came with dragonfly designs. This is one great piece of artwork.
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Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword 1000 Layer Folded Steel With Red Scabbard |
this katana is the best thing I've purchased, and the blade and scabbard is really cool. amazing product.
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Handcrafted Full Tang Katana Sword 1095 Carbon Steel With Black Dragon Theme Scabbard |
Best one i ordered so far. I got 2 katanas, now all i need (want) left is 2 Wakizashi Blades and 1 Tanto Blade. My inner child always wanted to be a Samurai / Ninja.
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword High Manganese Steel No Guard With Blue Blade |
This was a gift to my husband and he loves the sword. It is beautiful and the shipping was fast -- even during the Christmas season.
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Dragon Tsuba And Saya |