The jian (Mandarin Chinese: [tɕjɛ̂n], Chinese: 劍, English approximation: / dʒjɛn / jyehn, Cantonese: [kim˧]) is a double-edged straight sword used during the last 2,500 years in China.

Historically, Chinese swords are classified into two types, the jian and the dao. A Jian is a straight, double-edged sword mainly used for stabbing; the term has been commonly translated into …

The Jian is a Chinese longsword with a straight, double-edge blade. Most of our jian are battle ready, and can be purchased professionally sharpened.

The wushu sword is a narrow, double-edged Chinese jian with a thin blade designed to make noise when it is shaken by the competitor during competition and a tassel is always attached …

At HanBon Forge, we offer a variety of high-quality Chinese Jian swords, all handcrafted by skilled artisans. Our Jian swords are made with traditional forging techniques and high-quality …

Oct 29, 2024 · Two renowned Chinese swords, the jian and dao, have distinct designs that reveal much of their role in history. Known respectively as the “Sword of Scholars” and the “Sword of …

Explore the fascinating and of the Jian, a traditional Chinese sword. From its origins in ancient China to its modern applications in competitive fencing and martial arts training, learn …

Balanced and versatile Chinese Jian weapon – equally formidable thrusting and cutting long sword. Fully functional battle ready Chinese war sword & traditionally decorated. Overall …

From a 400-years-old Chinese war manual 武備志 (Wu Bei Zhi) by Mao Yuan-Yi, which documents swordsmanship using a 2 handed straight sword, commonly known as Jian.

Unlike the curved single-edged blade of the Assault Sword, this weapon features the straight double-edged blade of a Chien (Jian). This unique combination gives straight sword lethality at …