Short Chinese Sword Known As A Paidao - Southern China, Northern Vietnam, 19th Century

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Short Chinese Sword Known As A Paidao - Southern China, Northern Vietnam, 19th Century

Chinese short sword known as a paidao - Southern China, Northern Vietnam, 19th century. This type of short sword was generally used by the Qing army in combination with a round, woven rattan shield. It was particularly manufactured and used in southern China and northern Vietnam. It features a strong, slightly curved, single-edged blade, an S-shaped brass hilt, and a fluted horn grip. Length: 46 cm; Blade length: 35 cm; Weight: 467 g

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