{"product_id":"scholars-slender-rapier-jian-full-tang-high-manganese-steel-dragon-phoenix-sandalwood-100cm","title":"Scholar's Slender Rapier Jian | Full Tang High Manganese Steel Dragon-Phoenix Sandalwood 100cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eScholar's Slender Rapier Jian (Wenwan Xijian)\u003c\/strong\u003e is an exquisite, minimalist Chinese collector sword celebrated for its graceful, needle-slender silhouette. Handcrafted from high-resilience \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-manganese spring steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring a narrow 1.7cm wide blade, a durable \u003cstrong\u003efull tang construction\u003c\/strong\u003e, and matching scabbard and hilt carved from select natural \u003cstrong\u003eDragon-Phoenix Sandalwood (Longfeng Tan)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Weighing an astonishingly agile \u003cstrong\u003e0.45kg bare blade weight (0.7kg total)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this sword offers effortless handling, poetic elegance, and sublime craftsmanship. For ages 18+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f8f4e8;border-left:4px solid #c9a84c;padding:12px 16px;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtisan Master Collection — Expertly balanced for Tai Chi practice, scholar desk display, and heritage gifting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis refined, featherlight Chinese sword bridges the elegance of literati aesthetics with functional spring-steel metallurgy. It is the premier choice for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChinese Cultural \u0026amp; Literati Enthusiasts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collectors drawn to the historic tradition of the Chinese scholar's sword (Wenjian), symbolizing intellect, moral uprightness, and understated refinement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTai Chi \u0026amp; Internal Martial Artists:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practitioners who demand an ultra-lightweight (0.45kg net blade weight), flexible 100cm rapier that enables effortless wrist pivots, extended forms without fatigue, and lightning-fast tip velocity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExecutive Zen Desk \u0026amp; Tea Room Decor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connoisseurs looking for a sleek, understated centerpiece crafted from natural figured sandalwood that complements minimalist studies, executive desks, and traditional tea tables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinguished Couple \u0026amp; Milestone Presentation Gifts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Individuals seeking a unique, heirloom-grade art piece to honor mentors, scholars, or celebrate housewarmings and anniversaries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBullet Points\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-resilience forged high-manganese steel blade with a distinctive slender 1.7cm profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-featherlight handling: only 0.45kg bare blade weight (0.70kg total with scabbard)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull tang construction extending securely through the hilt for handling safety and structural integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSculpted from select natural Dragon-Phoenix Sandalwood featuring rich, organic figure and grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean, monolithic Shirasaya-style profile without bulky metal guards for pure tactile balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraceful 100cm overall length with an extended 79cm rapier-style blade for exceptional reach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips directly from US local warehouse — fast domestic delivery. 18+ only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlender High-Manganese Spring Steel Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nForged from premium high-manganese steel, known for extreme elasticity, fracture resistance, and bend recovery. The slender 1.7cm blade width and 6.0mm spine thickness provide the agility of a Western rapier with the cutting and thrusting geometry of a classical Chinese Jian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Dragon-Phoenix Sandalwood Mountings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBoth the scabbard (Saya) and handle are hand-carved from matching billets of natural Dragon-Phoenix Sandalwood. 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Wipe down after handling with a soft cloth to remove moisture and finger oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply a thin coat of mineral oil or synthetic sword oil every 2-3 months to protect the high-manganese steel from ambient moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the natural sandalwood scabbard away from extreme humidity fluctuations, direct sunlight, and heat sources to preserve its organic luster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Scholar's Jian (Wenjian)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHistorically, Chinese Jian were divided into martial swords (Wujian) and scholar swords (Wenjian). Scholar swords were slender, lightweight, and carried by literati, poets, and statesmen as a personal symbol of cultivation and moral rectitude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is the blade so slender (1.7cm)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe narrow blade geometry minimizes weight (only 450g) and maximizes speed and agility, functioning like a classical dueling rapier or Tai Chi training blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Dragon-Phoenix Sandalwood?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is a prized exotic hardwood known for its interlocking natural grain resembling swirling clouds, feathers, or mythical creatures, highly favored in classical Chinese furniture and fine woodwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this sword suitable for Tai Chi practice and display?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, its ultralight weight makes it an extraordinary practice blade for internal martial arts, while its elegant wood profile makes it a sublime desk or bookshelf showpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery order is inspected and carefully protected before shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips directly from our US warehouse with standard delivery typically within 5-10 business days. Express options available at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomers must independently verify all applicable laws and regulations before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe provide support for verified manufacturing defects and shipping-related damage. Contact us within 30 days of delivery with your order details and photographs. Warranty does not cover misuse, unauthorized modification, improper maintenance, or normal wear. 18+ age verification required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Product Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach handmade sword is individually crafted and may have minor variations in blade finish, Hamon, fittings, wrapping, and Saya compared with product photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteel type alone does not determine the quality or characteristics of a blade. 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