Long the traditional
weapons of China's peasant armies, the DaDao (big sword) was used with
deadly effect as late as the 1930's in the Sino-Japanese War. It's
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 scabbards, a simple carrying case
is provided for protection and ease of transportation.
The blade is 22.25",
the handle is 14.25", the sword is 37.50" and it weighs 2lb
5oz.
