Dao Sword
Discover our Dao Sword collection, featuring the iconic single-edged Chinese blade known as the “general of all arms.” The dao’s curved, single-edged blade and sturdy construction made it the backbone of Chinese military forces for over two millennia. Each dao is handcrafted with traditional construction methods and authentic fittings. Free U.S. shipping and 30-day return guarantee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a dao sword?
The dao is a single-edged Chinese sword, typically with a slight curve, designed primarily for chopping and slashing cuts. It is one of the four traditional Chinese weapons and was the standard military sidearm throughout Chinese history. The term dao encompasses many subtypes varying by era and purpose.
What is the difference between a dao and a jian?
The dao is single-edged and often curved, optimized for powerful cutting strokes. The jian is double-edged and straight, designed for thrusting and precise cuts. The dao was the common soldier’s blade while the jian was associated with nobility and scholars.
What styles of dao are available?
Our collection includes the willow-leaf dao (liuyedao), the broad-bladed zhanmadao, Han dynasty ring-pommel dao, and other historical variants. Each style reflects a different era and military application in Chinese sword history.
How does a Chinese dao compare to a Japanese katana?
Both are single-edged curved swords, but they developed independently. The katana typically has more curvature near the hilt, while dao curvature varies by type. Chinese dao often feature disc guards and ring pommels, while katanas use tsuba guards and cord-wrapped handles. Both traditions produce excellent cutting swords.
Customer Reviews
David Edward Self
Tennessee, United States
Very excellent piece!Absolutely beautiful craftsmanship!Sturdy and reliable!Would highly recommend!
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Handmade Spring Steel Straight Blade Chinese War Dao Broadsword With Black Scabbard |
Anthony Troublefield
Kentucky, United States
Verry good Don't like how the tang looks and it's not that sharp but otherwise 5 star verry good
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Chinese Dao Broadsword - Manganese Steel Black Blade With Dragon Scale Leather Scabbard 44 Inches |
Adam Ernst
New York, United States
The sword is absolutely beautiful. Super high quality! Would recommend to anyone.
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Oxtail Dao - Clay Tempered 1095 Carbon Steel Chinese Broadsword With Ebony Scabbard |
Tiffany Hollingshead
Arkansas, United States
It's a little heavy, but definitely nice. Very beautiful sword. Shipping was really fast and packaged very well.
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Handmade Chinese Dao Sword Tang Dynasty Full Tang With Blue Blade |
Jacky Huang
New York, United States
really clean sword, the end of the hilt is a bit scuffed but besides that really nice overall.
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Chinese Dao Broadsword - Manganese Steel Full Tang With Textured Black Scabbard & Alloy Fittings |
David Edward Self
Tennessee, United States
This blade is absolutely beautiful.I was completely blown away by the craftsmanship of this sword.Would highly recommend and is worth every penny.
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Oxtail Dao - Clay Tempered 1095 Carbon Steel Chinese Broadsword With Ebony Scabbard |
April Brown
Virginia, United States
I should have just bought this sword and nothing else for Christmas because once he opened his sword he was in love and nothing else mattered lol
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Chinese Dao Broadsword - Manganese Steel Blue Blade With Silver Scabbard & Geometric Etching 44 Inches |
Seth Ramirez
New York, United States
Absolutely Outstanding Work! It looks even more beautiful in person. As for me, It was a bizarre Christmas gift.
The blade is pretty sharp and it's heavy which I wasn't really expect it to be though I like it very much. Though, I don't think it's that durable if you swing it (Slash) but it can still cut so be careful.
I think my only takeway from this is that, the scabbard was a bit worn out I suppose. The sew was kind of loose and inside was leaving crumbs of wood/dust on the blade (It sticked to it due to the oil). I guess that's to be expected since they had it in stock, probably one that's been there for some time. Additionally, the time of shipping takes quite an amount of time but eventually it still came. Just make your orders about 2 weeks and a half earlier from when you'd want to recieve it (if from the US) because that's how long it took for me.
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Handmade Chinese Dao Sword High Manganese Steel With Blue Blade And White Scabbard |
