Hanwei Dadao

Long the traditional weapon of China’s peasant armies, the Dadao, or big sword, was used with deadly effect as late as the 1930’s in the Sino-Japanese War. Its single- or two-handed versatility, combined with the tremendous slashing power of its weight-forward blade made it the ideal close-quarters sword. Although the original sword had no scabbard, Hanwei provides a simple carrying case for protection and ease of transportation.

Overall: 37 1/2"

Blade Length: 22 1/4"

Handle Length: 14 1/4"

Weight: 2lb 5oz

Point of Balance: 4 1/2"

Width at Guard: 1.74"

Width at Tip: 3.8"

Thickness at Guard: .20"

Thickness at Tip: .10"

Blade Steel: 1566

Hrc Edge: 48-52