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Post by MakChingYuen on Nov 19, 2012 8:59:55 GMT
Hey I did see the link from that page with the photos comparison before.. but guess what, MANY dragonwell swords are like that kind of tang nowadays, does it really matter that much? I saw some euro swords have a thin tang too though, now that's a problem?
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Post by Turok on Nov 20, 2012 1:06:41 GMT
The tang is what secures swords onto the handle no matter what type of sword it is. A sword should be expected to have a strong, sturdy tang to prevent the blade from flying out like missle when it is swung. Its also made to absorb blows when cutting a target. Here check it out on the "Real Swords CheckList" www.sword-buyers-guide.com/buy-swords-online.html  Now there are exemptions with swords like the Burmese dah and certain fighting knives but in general this should be applied to most battle ready swords. If you want to see some unmounted antique Chinese blades, try www.sevenstarstrading.com/site/bladesfittings/. There are also a lot of interesting scholarly works there too. Many members turn to this site as a credible, reliable source compared to all the crap out there! |
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Post by MakChingYuen on Nov 20, 2012 2:05:20 GMT
Yeah I know of course, but the fact is, the size of the tang is something important too. Like many said, the R cutting sword is made with a wide tang and the damascus taichi is not.. but then, MANY chinese swords nowadays are with a tang like the tai chi sword.. thinner than you expect.. so if you encounter a good wide tang, most of the time, proof is in the PEG.. if it have a peg that go thru the handle, then it is surely a good buy. Cuz the tang can't be too small or else the peg won't fit!
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