Grand Marshal Ming Jian

Grand Marshal Ming Jian 明提督戰劍 Grand Marshal Ming Jian is a high fidelity 1:1 replica of a well preserved Ming Jian. Military Ming Jian has sturdy blades and was designed as a cutting and thrusting sword in an era of sophisticated heavy armor. Both cutting edges run almost parallel to each other with subtle tapering and end in a roundish tip. The robust blade is balanced by equally robust hand guard and pommel, resulting in an authoritative yet lively sword. Marshals, generals and high ranking military officials invariably preferred military jian as their side arms as can be seen from their portraits.  The Gourd and Lingzhi design of Grand Marshal Ming Jian are rich in Taoist symbolism. Gourds are used as containers for elixir and pills for immortality. Lingzhi mushroom was and still is believed to bring health and longevity. Richly appointed with brass fittings and heavy grade Lapacho scabbard, the subdued yet sophisticated design of Grand Marshal Ming Jian fitted right at home in courtly ceremonial occasions as well as a formidable blade for hand to hand combat. Blade rebounds to true after bending,  Cut bamboo with ease. Hand polish to smooth soft shine and sword sharp edge . Fittings Precision cast brass fittings. The hand guard is in the Ming classic “Lingzhi” mushroom design. The pommel is in Ming classic gourd design.  Scabbard hanging fitting is in Gourd leaves design. All symbolize longevity and good fortune. Scabbard Heavy grade Lapacho hardwood with brass scabbard mount

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Blade length: 74.61 cm (29.38″)
Hilt handle length: 22.86 cm (9.0″)
Total length:97.47. cm (38.37″)
Blade Width at hand guard: 33.3 mm
Blade Width at tip: 23 mm
Blade Thickness at hand guard: 6.31 mm
Blade Thickness at the tip: 2.93 mm
Sword only weight: approx. 1104 g (2 lb. 6.9 oz. )
Blade Profile: diamond 4 surfaces Gentle tapering
POB: aapprox. 7.62 cm (3″) from the base of the hand guard
Steel : GB 60Si2MnA High