Foldable Taiji Broadsword
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Chinese Taiji Broadsword (Dao)
- Perfect for travel or when you are using public transport
- Comfortable grip (similar to standard broadswords)
- Light-weight (moulded from polypropylene)
- Comes with its own Carry Bag
- Includes 2 x sashes
NO WEAPON PERMIT REQUIRED FOR USE OR PURCHASE
Blade Length - 68cm
More About Taiji Broadsword (Dao)
The Chinese Broadsword or Sabre is known as a "Dāo" and is third in the pantheon of Chinese martial arts weapons with the title "Marshal of all Weapons." It was said that “The Dao is like a ferocious tiger while the jian (straight sword) is like a flying phoenix”. The name "Dāo" technically refers to any curved, single-bladed sword or knife primarily used for slashing and chopping.
The earliest Dao were made of stone, but were eventually manufactured in metal starting with bronze, then iron and eventually steel through the successive industrial periods of history. Each advance in metallurgy improved the quality of the Dao and therefore, the potential technique of the user. It was a fundamental weapon on the battlefield and in the martial arts, particularly as it was more accessible to the general population, requiring less refined skills than the double-edged sword. Its usage was concentrated on hard blocks and strikes, delivered with speed, strength and courage. However, in modern times, the Dao practice in martial arts has turned to that of sport rather than warfare and as such, the weapon has become lighter and lighter, enabling faster and more dramatic movements.
There are many, many types of Chinese Broadsword, from sleek, heavily curved slashing blades to wide chopping blades; long-handled to short; finely tapered to dramatically curved; s-shaped to cup-shaped guards; straight to downward-curved grips. The evolution of this amazing weapon continues to this day, where the modern Wushu Dāo was actually created specifically for the sport it supports. So it’s important to consider your style of practice before purchasing a broadsword, and talk to your teacher for more information.
