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Tang Dao Sky-Splitting | Tang Dynasty Chinese Collector Sword High Manganese Steel Ebony Dragon Phoenix Sandalwood
Tang Dao Sky-Splitting | Tang Dynasty Chinese Collector Sword High Manganese Steel Ebony Dragon Phoenix Sandalwood
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The Tang Dao Sky-Splitting is a premium handcrafted Chinese collector sword in the Tang dynasty dao tradition — featuring a high manganese steel blade and a premium ebony and Dragon Phoenix sandalwood handle. Named Sky-Splitting for the raw, decisive power of a single downward stroke that cleaves through all resistance. Full tang construction. For ages 18+.
High manganese steel blade: superior hardness, toughness, and edge retention. Premium ebony handle with Dragon Phoenix sandalwood inlay: two of the finest handle materials in Chinese sword craft. Tang dao proportions: single-edged, slightly curved, battle-refined form of the Tang dynasty. Full tang, handcrafted construction.
Sky-Splitting — The Stroke That Cleaves Heaven
The name Sky-Splitting captures the raw, decisive power of the cleaving cut — the most powerful cutting action in Chinese martial arts, a downward stroke that comes with the full weight of the body behind it. Applied to heaven itself, it creates an image of absolute, overwhelming force. This is a collector sword named not for decoration, but for the idea of supreme cutting power — a Tang dao worthy of its name.
Tang Dao — The Sword of the Tang Dynasty
The Tang dao is the defining military sword of China's Tang dynasty (618–907 CE) — a single-edged, slightly curved blade refined through centuries of battlefield experience. The Tang dynasty represented the height of Chinese imperial power and cultural influence, and the Tang dao was the weapon of its elite cavalry and infantry. As a collector piece, the Tang dao carries the prestige and historical weight of one of China's greatest imperial periods.
High Manganese Steel Blade
The blade is forged from high manganese steel — a premium blade material offering superior hardness, toughness, and edge retention compared to standard carbon steel. The high manganese content provides excellent wear resistance and structural integrity, ensuring the blade holds its form and finish as a long-term display piece.
Ebony and Dragon Phoenix Sandalwood Handle
The handle combines premium ebony with Dragon Phoenix sandalwood — two of the finest handle materials in Chinese sword craft. Ebony provides exceptional density, hardness, and a deep natural luster. Dragon Phoenix sandalwood adds warmth, fragrance, and the auspicious symbolism of the dragon and phoenix pairing — the dual symbols of power and harmony in Chinese culture.
Who Is This For?
- Collectors of Chinese Tang dynasty swords and historical dao
- Fans of Chinese martial history, wuxia, and xianxia aesthetics
- Collectors who appreciate premium handle materials — ebony and Dragon Phoenix sandalwood
- Display collectors seeking a commanding Chinese sword centerpiece
- Gift buyers looking for a premium Chinese collector sword
Specifications
- Style: Tang dao — Tang dynasty single-edged sword
- Name: Sky-Splitting
- Blade Material: High Manganese Steel
- Edge: Single-edged, slightly curved
- Handle: Premium ebony with Dragon Phoenix sandalwood
- Construction: Full tang, handcrafted
- SKU: TYDJ000120
Package Contents
- 1x Tang Dao Sky-Splitting (blade + handle)
- 1x Matching scabbard / sheath
- 1x Cleaning cloth
Ships from US local warehouse — fast domestic delivery. 18+ only.
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