Aug 4, 2024 · Bows and arrows were powerful weapons in warfare before the invention of firearms. The Chinese developed the crossbow and used various projectile and throwing …

Aug 7, 2024 · Discover our extensive index of Chinese swords, sortable by period, type, and use. In general, Chinese swords are categorized into two main types: dao (curved sabers) and jian …

Jan 13, 2025 · From little more than daggers to the famed ring-pommel sword, this article looks at the first thousand years of the ancient Chinese sword from its first appearance around 1000 …

Aug 28, 2012 · Ji is is a two-handed pole weapon used as a military weapon in China as early as the Shang dynasty (1600 BC – 1046 BC). It comprises a long handle with a curved blade …

Sep 29, 2023 · Ancient China boasts a rich diversity of blades, each with its unique design, purpose, and cultural significance. Here's a detailed look at the various types: 1. Jian (剑) - …

Sep 27, 2024 · Chinese historical swords are not merely ancient weapons; they are enduring symbols of power, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage. These iconic blades have played …

Oct 26, 2017 · Right up to the 19th century CE there were all types of swords still in use - straight blades, curved blades, thin, long and short blades, wicked-looking sabres, swords with …

Jan 4, 2024 · These unique hybrids could range from sword blades affixed to polearm-like weapons to simple metal rods designed with the specific intent to break opposing swords. The …

Oct 1, 2022 · Guide to the different types of Chinese swords, knives, and blades used throughout history - from Ancient Chinese to modern day Chinese.

Nov 1, 2021 · It’s a very long two-handed sabre with a blade that has a blunt section or secondary grip near the hilt. The secondary grip gives it a more polearm-like use, which to me makes the …