What steel grades are used in authentic Chinese sword construction?
Updated Feb 2026
Authentic Chinese swords in this collection use Damascus steel, Manganese Steel, and 1045 carbon steel with full-tang or appropriate construction. Damascus steel is used for Han dynasty jian and specific high-quality Chinese sword formats, referencing the historical Chinese tradition of layered and folded blade construction. Manganese Steel provides exceptional surface hardness for blade treatments and the specific surface quality appropriate to premium Chinese broadsword and jian formats. 1045 carbon steel provides the foundational tier of genuine Chinese blade construction with correct heat treatment and full-tang assembly. All grades represent genuine high-carbon construction that distinguishes authentic Chinese sword collectibles from decorative alternatives in stainless steel or zinc alloy.
