Folded-Pattern Steel Tai Chi Jian with Black Wood Scabbard

This handmade Chinese Tai Chi Jian combines a straight, double-edged blade with a raised central ridge, black-finished wood handle and scabbard, and coordinated pale-gold fittings. The blade material is supplier-listed as Chinese folded-pattern steel. Its balanced visual proportions make it suitable for responsible adult collection, cultural display, photography, gifting, and carefully controlled non-contact forms after inspection.

Key Features

• Traditional Tai Chi Jian profile: A straight, double-edged Chinese sword form with a pointed tip and defined central ridge.
• Folded-pattern steel: Supplier-listed folded steel construction; exact steel grades, layer count, and forging record are not specified.
• Black wood presentation: A black-finished wood handle is paired with a matching black-finished wood scabbard.
• Pale-gold fittings: Coordinated guard, pommel, scabbard mouth, suspension bands, and end fitting.
• Longquan origin: Newly manufactured in Longquan, Zhejiang, China.

Specifications

Specification note: The supplied blade measurements conflict: 75 cm equals approximately 29.5 inches rather than 28 inches. Blade length, fitting material, edge condition, tang construction, and product net weight must be confirmed before publication.

Folded-Pattern Steel

The blade is supplier-listed as Chinese folded-pattern steel. This term describes a layered visual steel treatment commonly marketed as Chinese Damascus steel. The exact steel grades, number of folds, layer count, forge-welding process, and batch production records have not been provided; no claim of traditional crucible Damascus or wootz construction is made.

Blade Form and Fittings

The polished straight blade uses a defined central ridge and faceted surfaces associated with the double-edged Jian form. The current product image does not provide enough close-up detail to verify visible folded layers, edge sharpness, or internal tang construction.

Pale-gold fittings coordinate the guard, pommel, and scabbard hardware. The supplied specification describes these fittings as hand-carved copper, while the existing product title and media reference brass. The exact base metal, manufacturing method, and surface finish require confirmation.

Tai Chi Jian Presentation

This is a newly manufactured Chinese Tai Chi Jian inspired by traditional straight-sword proportions. It is not represented as an antique, museum-certified reproduction, or authenticated historical artifact.

Designed For

• Responsible adult collection and cultural display
• Photography, gifting, and collector presentation
• Supervised stage presentation
• Slow, controlled non-contact forms after inspection

Package Includes

• 1 × Chinese Tai Chi Jian
• 1 × Matching black wood scabbard
• 1 × Cotton sword bag

Display fan, decorative ornaments, sword stand, and other photographic props are not included. The sword knot or tassel shown in some images is not confirmed as a supplied accessory.

Inspection Before Forms or Stage Use

• Confirm the delivered edge condition before handling.
• Inspect the blade for bends, cracks, corrosion, or shipping damage.
• Check the guard, handle, pommel, and decorative fittings for movement.
• Confirm that the scabbard retains the sword securely.
• Do not perform forms until the tang construction, fittings, and overall assembly have been inspected.

Care Instructions

• Wipe the blade dry after handling and apply a thin coat of neutral mineral oil.
• Avoid fingerprints, prolonged moisture, salt, and abrasive cleaners.
• Keep the wood handle and scabbard dry; wipe them with a soft cloth.
• Do not use aggressive metal polish until the fitting material and surface finish are confirmed.
• Store securely where children and unauthorized users cannot access it.

Safety and Legal Notice

Intended for responsible adult ownership. Do not use for contact sparring, target cutting, self-defense, or uncontrolled swinging unless the delivered construction, edge condition, and intended use have been independently confirmed. The buyer is responsible for complying with local ownership, transport, storage, display, and import regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this genuine Damascus steel?

The material is supplier-listed as Chinese folded-pattern steel. The exact steel combination, layer count, and forging documentation have not been supplied, so it is not represented as traditional crucible Damascus or wootz steel.

Will the folded pattern be clearly visible?

The current product image does not clearly show layered steel lines. Request a close-up image from the actual production batch if visible patterning is an important purchase requirement.

Is the blade sharpened?

The edge condition is not specified. Contact LOONGSWORD before ordering if a particular edge configuration is required.

Is the blade flexible?

Blade flexibility has not been specified or tested for this listing.

Is it full tang?

Tang construction has not been confirmed and is not represented as full tang.

Are the fittings copper or brass?

The supplied specification lists copper, while existing product media references brass. The fittings are therefore described visually as pale-gold metal until the base metal is confirmed.

Is the tassel included?

A sword knot or tassel appears in the product image, but it is not included in the supplied accessory list. Confirm package contents before ordering.

Are the fan and display accessories included?

No. The package includes the sword, matching scabbard, and cotton sword bag only.

Why Choose LOONGSWORD

LOONGSWORD works with experienced makers in Longquan, Zhejiang. Each product is hand-finished and checked for alignment, fitting, and visual presentation before shipment.