Tai Chi Straight Cutting Sword

This Tai Chi Straight Cutting Sword was Designed by noted marital artist and teacher Scott Rodell, the Chinese Cutting Sword provides a purpose-built weapon for the art of cutting in Yang-style taiji jian. 

Utilizing a special steel formulation and heat treatment regimen developed by Hanwei, the blade optimizes edge hardness and body toughness, ideal characteristics in a cutting sword. 

The elegantly simple steel fittings reinforce the sword's mission, in providing uncluttered lines while still remaining true to tradition. 

The black leather-over-cranberry rayskin grip ensures secure handling.  A rosewood scabbard with fittings matching the hilt completes an attractive package.

Approximate Blade Length:  30 in.

Blade: Sharpened

Swords Handle: 7 in.

Total Approximate Length:  40 in.

Approximate Weight:  2.15 lbs.