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Hanwei Rodell Sparring Jian

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$299.95

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This blunted Steel Sparring Jian was designed by Scott M. Rodell specifically for Chinese martial arts practice and sparring. Rodell designed these Jian to provide a more realistic approximation of the handling of a sharp steel Jian over traditional wooden wasters whilst remaining a safe sparring sword with its blunted edges, rolled tip and a flexing temper to the steel blade.

The blade is crafted from 5160 high carbon steel – the thick edges not only protect your sparring partner, but they also ensure the blade can withstand extended usage in sparring, sport or stage combat. The end of the blade features a rolled tip. The guard and pommel are steel and the wooden grip is overlaid in rayskin and bound with knotted black cord.

Scott M. Rodell has a career in the Chinese martial arts that includes over thirty years of study in Yang Style Taijiquan. He has learned under the tutelage of several masters in both China and the USA. He is the founding Director of the Great River Taoist Center, which is headquartered in Virginia. He has also authored several books on the Chinese swordsmanship arts.

Overall Length39 13/16''
Blade Length30 1/4''
Weight2 lb 2.4 oz
EdgeBlunt
Width33.2 mm
Thickness5.3 mm - 1.6 mm
PommelNut
P.O.B.4 1/4''
Grip Length6''
Blade [5160 High Carbon Steel]
TypeJian
ClassSport Combat
CultureChinese
ManufacturerHanwei
Country of OriginChina

2 reviews for Hanwei Rodell Sparring Jian

  1. Raindog

    Nice first entry A good steel version. One of the few out there. Not bad for the price. A tad on the heavy side but nothing terrible. The handle could stand to be a bit shorter. One draw back to mine are they are very stiff and do not flex very much in the thrust.

  2. Seth Davis

    In response to the above comment: These are not modern wushu performance jian. They are blunt sparring swords. They have the appropriate amount of flexibility and are modeled on historical swords. Aside from custom made swords, this is one of the best available sparring jian available. Just keep in mind that appropriate protective gear must be worn to safely practice.

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