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Qing-dynasty Oxtail-shaped Paired Knives with Iron Cross-guard Overall Picture II

Arts & Crafts Museum Hangzhou

Arts & Crafts Museum Hangzhou
Hangzhou, China

Paired knives were a new variety of Qing saber that enjoyed popularity in the 17th century. The individual one of paired knives has an appearance similar to that of regular single sabers. This oxtail-shaped knife weighing 882g has a curvy edge that broadens towards the tip. Two fullers can be seen in the middle of the blade. The knife is equipped with a comparatively longer hilt, with a hat-shaped pommel that curls downwards. The cross-guard is separated on the two knives, which could be combined as one with no cross-guard on the side that would meet, when needed to be put into the scabbard, and be divided into two individual ones when out of the sheath, one in left hand and the other right hand.

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  • Title: Qing-dynasty Oxtail-shaped Paired Knives with Iron Cross-guard Overall Picture II
  • Physical dimensions: Overall length: 92.8cm, edge length: 73.1cm, maximal width: 6.3cm, maximal thickness: 0.7cm
  • Dynasty: Qing Dynasty (1644-1912 AD)
Arts & Crafts Museum Hangzhou

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