A 19th century Chinese single Hudiedao

Often described as pirate swords or butterfly swords, but the Paidao seems to be a notable weapon of the Chinese Qing military dating from the mid 19th century.

Materials: Steel, Brass,Wood

Status: SOLD

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

Description

A nice antique Chinese ‘Hudiedao’ sword with carved wooden handle and bronze guard. These side-arms were used by the Qing military while holding a rattan shield. This example is a single version of the double ‘Hudiedao’ and dates from around 1860. The blade is rather thick, heavy and long instead of more common flat broad bladed examples. The bronze knucklebow seems to have a mixture of alloys to harden it and make it capable to ward off strikes. The handle has a diamond shaped carving for a better grip. The blade is in excellent condition and shows slight traces of ware, but is of good quality forged steel.

Condition: Excellent, some minor ware due to it’s age, the blade is hard and has an overall smooth surface. This example comes without a scabbard.

Dimensions:
Hilt: 15cm
Blade: 47.6cm
Total length: 58.7cm

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

 

An antique Chinese Paidao, 19th century

Copyright by Peter Andeweg – 2020

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