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CHINESE SWORDS
Chinese swords fall into two main categories:
dao or sabers
jian or straight, double-edged swords
The construction of these swords was quite sophisticated, employing
techniques of pattern-welding, multiplate construction,
differential-hardening
with clay, and differential-tempering. Some of these techniques were
later
copied by the Japanese swordsmiths.
These illustrations depict a small sample of historical Chinese swords.
To view, select any of the links on the right.
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DAO (Saber)
JIAN/GIM (Straight
Sword)
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