What steel grades are used in broadsword collectibles in this collection?
Updated Feb 2026
Broadsword collectibles in this collection use high-carbon steel grades appropriate to the Chinese military blade tradition. Manganese Steel is the primary grade across the broad blade collection for its exceptional surface hardness and consistent finish quality - properties that are particularly valuable in the dao broadsword's wider blade profile because the larger blade surface area benefits from consistent hardness and surface treatment across its full extent. 1090 carbon steel is a high-carbon grade used in specific broadsword pieces including Guan dao polearm configurations, with its high carbon content delivering significant blade hardness. 1045 carbon steel provides reliable construction at accessible price points in the broadsword collection's entry tier. All grades are high-carbon rather than stainless steel, confirming proper heat treatment and genuine blade hardness appropriate to a serious collectible. Full-tang construction with the blade steel running through the complete handle is standard across all grades.