{"product_id":"xiuchun-dao-longyin-duanshui","title":"Xiuchun Dao Longyin Duanshui | Full Tang Ming Dynasty Jinyiwei Collector Sword","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eXiuchun Dao Longyin Duanshui\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium handcrafted full tang Chinese collector knife inspired by the elite Jinyiwei imperial guard of the Ming dynasty. Named Longyin Duanshui ('Dragon's Roar Cleaves the Water') to celebrate a blade that cuts with effortless fluid grace and produces a musical resonance likened to a dragon's cry, this piece features a flexible spring steel blade and a luxury solid ebony hilt inlaid with Dragon-and-Phoenix sandalwood. Full tang construction throughout, matching scabbard included. Ships from US warehouse. For ages 18+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#1a1a1a;border-left:4px solid #c9a84c;padding:12px 16px;margin:16px 0;color:#f5e6c8;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMING DYNASTY JINYIWEI POETIC COLLECTION — Handcrafted Embroidered Spring Knife (Xiu Chun Dao) with full tang construction. Longyin Duanshui fluid cutting motif. Spring steel blade, ebony \u0026amp; sandalwood hilt. Ships from US warehouse.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors drawn to Ming dynasty history, the elite Brocade-Clad Guard (Jinyiwei), and poetic sword lore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnthusiasts seeking a flexible spring steel collector knife with luxury hardwood mountings under $170\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay connoisseurs looking for an elegant, resonant centerpiece uniting dark ebony and fragrant sandalwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift buyers seeking a meaningful Chinese collector knife symbolizing effortless clarity, precision, and agility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMartial arts and historical blade practitioners who appreciate authentic full tang balance and responsive handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBullet Points\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handcrafted Chinese collector knife — classical Embroidered Spring Knife (Xiu Chun Dao) style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInspiration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ming dynasty Jinyiwei — elite imperial guard tradition (1368–1644 CE)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Longyin Duanshui — poetic imagery of a singing blade cleaving through water without resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-grade spring steel — exceptional flexibility, impact resilience, and edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHilt Craftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium black ebony inlaid with auspicious Dragon-and-Phoenix sandalwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-edged with gentle curve — historically faithful palace guard geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full tang — authentic balance, structural safety, and handling precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScabbard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matching scabbard included for protection and refined presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships from US warehouse — fast 5–10 business days standard delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge Restriction:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18+ only — collector display piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Embroidered Spring Knife — Guard of the Ming Court\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Embroidered Spring Knife (Xiu Chun Dao) is celebrated as the signature sidearm of the Jinyiwei, the elite imperial bodyguard of the Ming emperors. Designed with a balanced single-edged curve, it offered swift responsiveness and ceremonial dignity for high-ranking officers serving within the imperial palace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLongyin Duanshui — The Poetic Ideal of Effortless Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn classical Chinese sword lore, Longyin represents the singing resonance of finely polished steel cutting through air, while Duanshui portrays a cut so swift and clean that it parts water without leaving a trace. Together, they signify supreme technical mastery and effortless grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResilient Spring Steel Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eForged from specialized spring steel, the blade exhibits excellent elasticity and structural toughness, returning true under deflection while maintaining a crisp, polished edge bevel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Tang Handcrafted Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eForged with a continuous tang running through the entire grip, ensuring authentic weight distribution, solid structural stability, and enduring collector value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eEmbroidered Spring Knife (Xiu Chun Dao)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Motif\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eLongyin Duanshui (Dragon's Roar Cleaves the Water)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eHigh-Grade Spring Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003ePremium Ebony \u0026amp; Dragon-Phoenix Sandalwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eSingle-Edged Curved Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eFull tang, handcrafted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eTYDJ0140\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border:1px solid #444;\"\u003eDisplay, Collection, Cultural Showcase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Xiuchun Dao Longyin Duanshui\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Matching scabbard \/ sheath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Cleaning cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe the spring steel blade with a soft dry cloth after handling to remove fingerprints and moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a thin coat of mineral sword oil every 2–3 months to protect the steel surface from corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreat the ebony and sandalwood handle with a light coat of wood oil annually to preserve natural luster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in the scabbard in a dry, low-humidity environment away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle with cotton gloves to prevent skin oils from affecting both the blade and wood surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Longyin Duanshui mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongyin Duanshui translates to 'Dragon's Roar Cleaves the Water,' capturing the harmonic ring of a finely forged blade moving through the air and its effortless ability to pass through resistance without disruption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is spring steel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring steel is a specialized carbon steel alloy known for high yield strength and resilience, allowing the blade to absorb impact shock and resist deformation while retaining a durable edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Xiuchun Dao?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Xiuchun Dao (Embroidered Spring Knife) is the iconic sidearm carried by the Jinyiwei, the imperial security guards of the Ming dynasty (1368–1644 CE), combining agile curves with high court regalia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this knife suitable for display?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — this handcrafted collector piece is designed specifically for prominent home, office, and gallery display, as well as martial arts collection. 18+ only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAge restriction?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18+ only. By purchasing you confirm you meet this requirement.\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 tone, hardwood grain, and scabbard fit compared with product photographs. These variations are inherent to handcrafted construction and are not defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteel type alone does not determine the quality or characteristics of a blade. Heat treatment, blade geometry, construction, polishing, fittings, and craftsmanship all contribute to the final product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease carefully review the complete specifications before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always check the product specifications to confirm whether the specific model is sharpened or unsharpened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLegal responsibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sword and blade laws vary by country, state, city, and locality. Customers are responsible for confirming that the product can legally be purchased, imported, received, possessed, stored, and used in their location before placing an order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is intended for the purpose stated on its individual product page. 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