Some swords are built to cut. Some are built to display. This Han Dynasty Jian is built to do both, and to look extraordinary while doing it. The hand-carved ebony scabbard alone puts this piece in a different class from anything else in the collection - the level of relief detail in the carving rivals decorative work you'd see behind museum glass.
The blade is forged from folded Melaleuca steel (Damascus/pattern steel), created through the traditional process of repeatedly folding and hammer-welding the steel to build up dozens of bonded layers. The result is a blade with flowing grain patterns visible across both surfaces - each one unique, each one a fingerprint of the forging process. The full-tang construction runs through a black cord-wrapped handle with alloy fittings, giving the sword solid balance and structural integrity.
At 42 inches and 4 lbs, this is a full-size Jian with real presence. It's longer and heavier than the entry-level Han swords in the $199 range, and the difference is immediately obvious in hand. The weight distribution is blade-forward enough to feel authoritative, but not so heavy that it becomes unwieldy. It sits in that sweet spot where form and function overlap.
The scabbard deserves its own paragraph. The carving work covers nearly the entire surface with interlocking floral and scroll patterns in deep relief. This isn't laser-etched decoration or a printed texture - it's hand-carved into the ebony wood, then finished with natural lacquer for protection and depth. The alloy fittings at the throat, mid-band, and tip match the blade fittings in style and tone, creating a cohesive visual language from end to end.
At $309, this is positioned as the premium option in the Han Jian lineup. The price reflects the material (folded steel vs single-alloy carbon steel), the scabbard (hand-carved vs plain), and the overall fit-and-finish level. For collectors who've already bought a $199 Han Jian and want to step up, this is the natural next piece. For first-time buyers who want to start with the best, this eliminates the need to upgrade later.
Includes carved ebony scabbard with natural lacquer finish. Stand not included. Free US shipping with 30-day money-back guarantee.
Specification
| Item Number | TK-CN-AW20001 |
| Primary Color | Black |
| Primary Material | Manganese Steel |
Item Dimensions & Packaging
| Dimensions | 42 Inches |
| Weight | 4.0 Pounds |
| Packing Size | 44 x 4 x 4 Inches |
| Shipping Weight | 5.0 Pounds |
