Iron Tiger Forge Noble Plants Jian
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- Class
- Battle Ready
- Blade
- 1045 & 1065 Folded High Carbon Steel
- Overall Length
- 39 3/4''
- Weight
- 2 lb 4.9 oz
- Brand
- Iron Tiger Forge
- Culture
- Chinese
Overview
Iron Tiger Forge Noble Plants Jian
The Jian was considered an elegant, scholarly weapon in China and its craftsmanship and refinement of the swordsmans art was an expression of cultured tastes. This Jian is infused with natural symbolism in the four noble plants. The pommel and guard are adorned with plum blossoms; a harbinger for vitality, as the plum trees are among the first to blossom after winter. The Chinese have a saying for the strong fragrance of plum, for they say it comes from the bitterness and coldness of a long winter an allegory to the strength to persevere and thrive. The orchids of purity are at the top of the wood scabbard. Midway lie the bamboo of strength and the scabbard end cap has the Chrysanthemum of humility.
This Jian was made in Longquan, a region that was central to sword production in the Song Dynasty. The blade is folded high carbon steel of 1045 and 1065, it contains 3,800 layers. Folded steel was a common blademaking method in China as it minimized impurities and melded hard and flexible steels together for a compromise containing both qualities. The fittings are of handmade brass and the grip and scabbard are of wood. The sword comes in a wooden, ornamented gift box with a boxed cleaning kit.
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Iron Tiger Forge
- Culture
- Chinese
- Pommel
- Threaded
- Overall Length
- 39 3/4''
- Blade Length
- 30''
- Blade
- 1045 & 1065 Folded High Carbon Steel
- Weight
- 2 lb 4.9 oz
- Edge
- Very Sharp
- P.O.B.
- 4 1/4''
- Thickness
- 8 mm - 3.7 mm
- Width
- 34.4 mm
- Grip Length
- 6''
- Class
- Battle Ready
- Country of Origin
- China
- Type
- Jian
Reviews
What collectors are saying
Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What materials are used in the blade and fittings? Common Question
The blade is folded high carbon steel made from 1045 and 1065 steels; the fittings are handmade brass with wood grip and wood scabbard.
Q Where is this Jian made? Common Question
It is made in Longquan, China.
Q How sharp is the edge from the factory? Common Question
Listed as very sharp from the manufacturer.
Q What are the overall dimensions and weight? Common Question
Overall length 39 3/4 inches, blade length 30 inches, weight 2 lb 4.9 oz, grip length 6 inches, point of balance about 4 1/4 inches from the guard.
Q Is this suitable for cutting or just display? Common Question
It is a battle-ready Jian intended for functional use; always use proper safety and targets.
Q What symbolism is featured on the scabbard and fittings? Common Question
It incorporates the Four Noble Plants: plum blossoms on the guard and pommel, orchids at the scabbard throat, bamboo at mid scabbard, and chrysanthemum at the chape.
Q How is the pommel secured? Common Question
The pommel is threaded.
Q What comes with the sword? Common Question
A wooden ornamented gift box and a boxed cleaning kit are included.
Q What are the blade's width and thickness? Common Question
Blade width is approximately 34.4 mm; thickness tapers from about 8 mm to 3.7 mm.
The Maker
Iron Tiger Forge
A Kult of Athena developed line, Iron Tiger Forge focuses on high quality Chinese swords and Martial Arts weapons. By working directly with the factory we are able to provide these products at unheard of prices for the level of quality and materials.
Often paired together
The Jian is very beautiful. The craftmanship is great. The edge is sharp but I wouldn’t say it’s very sharp as the specs would say.