Majestic Huang Taiji Yao Dao

Qing Dynasty founder Haung Taiji's battle sword represents the pinnacle of 17th century swords design and craftsmanship.

This majestic yao dao (saber) belongs to Jurchen's Beile (Royal Prince) Huang Taiji who found the Qing Dynasty in 1636 AD.  Due to its historic and artistic significance, Haung Tai-ji yao dao 皇太極腰刀 is  designated national treasure first class and is the priced treasure of Shenyang Palace Museum.  The sword is in excellent condition with the original scabbard and fittings and has a very sharp blade with an intimidating cinnabar blood groove, a battle weapon fit for the warrior prince,  The original iron fittings were plated in silver and gold with exceptional Tibetan and Mongolian style open metal work.

After three years of research and planning, we present a high fidelity recreation of this Majestic yao dao that set the standards and style for Imperial Qing Dynasty sabers. Here we meticulously recreate the gold and silver plated iron open metal work in brass.

Superior heat treatment:  Hardness 54-55 HRC.

Pommel secured by peening.

High quality white wood scabbard wrapping with microfiber "sheep skin" leather. Intricate Brass fittings with Mongolian and Tibetan style open metal work.

Total Length: 96cm
Blade Length: 76cm
Handle Length: 14cm
Total Weight: 1092g
Point of Balance (from crossbar): 13.5cm
Blade thickness: 2-6mm
Material: Folded pattern steel (1060 & T9) embed T10 core.
Scabbard: High quality white wood scabbard wrapping with microfiber "sheep skin" leather.

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.