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Post by Lancelot Chan on Sept 17, 2011 12:30:13 GMT
My friend has this pudao for long and he stored it at my place, so I 've plenty chances to wield it and cut with it. It's a functional, good handling pudao definitely worth the money. My friend could sever a pork arm with 1 cut.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 18, 2011 2:31:53 GMT
Wow, that's impressive, from your experience it definitely sounds like an excellent addition to the collection, thanks Lancelot!  |
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Post by Neovenetar on Sept 19, 2011 6:38:12 GMT
Thanks! we finally have some input from someone who used it hands on!
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Post by Deleted on Nov 1, 2011 22:34:50 GMT
That here is surely not a review but I can definitely say that the Hanwei Pu Dao is not a wall hanger. It is somewhat front heavy and difficult to use, especially if you don't take out the ring on top of the blade. The grip is fairly bulky but thanks to the wrapping it lies secure in your hand. The handling is closer to a polearm but you have to get used to it since it handles completely differently from a longer pole arm. The only thing I can compare it too is a Naginata and I have to say the Pu Dao is more difficult to wield. To really cut something clean through needs a lot of practice, especially since the Pu Dao is more of a chopper than a slicer. I would recommend the Pu Dao to any one who is willing to invest a lot of time into a weapon. It's not so great for casual use, but if you just want to hack into something it is a lot of fun Hanwei did a good job with this one, it is really sturdy and does take punishment well. The blade isn't prone to fractures and the whole construction doesn't rattle at all. We got rid of our Pu Dao because I have small hands and the grip just was too uncomfortable for me, I am more of a perfectionist than a collector, so if I don't use a weapon regularly I don't keep it. But for anybody less picky than me it will hold of fine. Hope that answered some questions. If you want to know something specific, ask right away |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 2, 2011 9:49:16 GMT
Thanks Cara, I feel reassured beyond all doubt now that I made the right decision ordering the pudao!  Thankfully I have large hands, so the grip should suit me fine, learning to use this unique mid sized hefty pole arm sounds like a worthwhile challenge. It's a shame you got rid of your pudao, if anything, it suited you very well in the picture, it worked well with the gothic theme! |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 2, 2011 10:35:15 GMT
It is a lovely weapon and I miss it sometimes, but I just didn't really use it and when I don't use a weapon I don't keep it. Just because it looked good on me I'm not going to have several hundred bucks standing in the corner, collecting dust, I'm not that vain  |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 2, 2011 10:49:30 GMT
It's Ok, we've still got the picture on this forum for the memories! |
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Post by SwordFan on Nov 7, 2011 17:54:53 GMT
Hi All
Iv got the Hanwei Pudao as well as the Hanwei Quandao on route to me and should arrive in the next 2 weeks or so . When they do ill post some pics and thoughts .
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Post by Neovenetar on Nov 7, 2011 19:17:34 GMT
oh good!
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Post by TattooMagic on Nov 7, 2011 23:42:36 GMT
o Wow is every one getting the Hanwei Pudao lol i was just talking to a.jordan about getting one lol
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Post by jhart06 on Nov 7, 2011 23:46:49 GMT
Nah, SwordFan doesn't count in those kind of equations.. I think he's buying everything sharp and pointy for a personal Z-Day armory.
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Post by Turok on Nov 8, 2011 5:45:55 GMT
Yes! Can't wait for the review!
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Post by Deleted on Nov 8, 2011 9:56:40 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Nov 17, 2011 12:06:53 GMT
I got mine today, it was finally delivered!!! I'll have to review it soon!
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Post by Neovenetar on Nov 17, 2011 16:11:27 GMT
You'd better! :twisted:
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Post by bayareajohn on Dec 27, 2011 6:29:31 GMT
Hey Blackthorn
Any thought on the Pudao? Do you like it? How does it cut? I am also interest in Pudao too. Thanks
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Post by Deleted on Jan 2, 2012 11:53:17 GMT
Hi guys, been so busy haven't had the chance to reply! I've now got the Pudao and I think its fantastic. It is a real polearm, and it is fairly big, but not too big. It's small enough so you can walk around indoors carrying it without snagging or getting caught in the doorframe as you go from one room to another, something you can't do with a regular length polearm. Conversely, it's way bigger than a sword. best way to think of it is a 28.5" long Chinese broadsword blade attached to a 40.5" long handle. With a handle that long and a solid two handed grip driving something that weighs almost twice the weight of a sword, you can generate immense amounts of power behind the blade. total length: 5' 9" or 69" (1.75m) length of blade: 2' 4.5" or 28.5" (72cm) weight: 4.76 lbs or 4 lbs 12oz (2.16kg) point of balance: 4" behind the guard (in the grip area) It's very solidly built, the blade is 5mm (a little over 3/16") thick at the spine for nearly its full length, and it tapers only at the point, which is 9" (23cm) long. The blade has a fuller near the spine on each side, running approximately three quarters the length of the blade, cleanly executed, nice, straight and even. The finish is a satin coarse grit 'scratchy' finish, making it easy to remove any scratches after cutting. Can't guess what the grit finish would be, looks similar to the Hanwei Dadao. Blade cross section is a long V-shape, and the cutting edge is a beveled edge. The blade is almost sharp enough to catch on the back of your fingernail, it would take only a few minutes with a diamond sharpener to get it to that state, but I'm guessing it doesn't need to be that sharp to cut, as this has some real heft to it which will carry it through the target. I havent had the chance to cut with it yet, so I can't comment on cutting performance. The red cord wrap on the handle is so tight is doesnt move at all, and it contrasts nicely with what looks like black lacquered timber underneath. The handle is an oval shape, or more precisely, a flattened shape with evenly rounded sides, which is perfect for blade orientation, you can tell just by feel where the line of the blade lies. The guard is a metal dragon's head, with the blade extending from its mouth. I checked the guard, it's non magnetic, not sure what kind of metal it is, but it looks like a casting, it's bronze coloured, and the details are very sharp and clearly defined. There is a small brass 'bell' - a bell-shaped brass cup with a red nylon tassel extending from it, attached to the upswept peak of the blade via what appears to be a sldered copper ring. This give the blade noise and movement in use, guessing it's purpose is to distract the opponent and add dramatic noise and movement to make the weapon appear more intimidating. If you wanted to remove it, the copper ring is only 2.5mm (around 3/32") thick and can easily be cut off. The ring at the base is definitely steel, confirmed with magnet test, and it feels sturdy enough to use as a striking tool. Hopefully I can do some test cuts soon, I'm guessing this is a heavy chopper that would easily handle most targets. I can definitely recommend the Hanwei Pudao! |
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Post by Vincent Dolan on Jan 2, 2012 13:35:40 GMT
I can't express how giddy I am over finally having a detailed overview of the pudao; I've been eying it on and off for years, but there's never been any info on it.
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Post by Wes on Jan 3, 2012 2:16:18 GMT
Same. It was always pretty to me, but always looked like it might be more ornamental than functional. Nice to hear it's a solid weapon. Might have to pick one up sometime soon.
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Post by bayareajohn on Jan 5, 2012 2:21:20 GMT
Thanks Blackthorn. This is a great review. I have been wanting Pudao for a long time. It is nice to know that Pudao is a solid built. Thanks again.
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