Dadao

(warsword)

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 weapon. Although the originals had no scabbard, a simple carrying case is provided for protection and ease of transportation.

Sword Specs

BLADE LENGTH:  22 1/4“
HANDLE LENGTH:   14 1/4”
OVERALL LENGTH:  37 1/2“
WEIGHT:  2lb 5oz
THICKNESS:  .190