Hanwei has now been accorded the distinction of crafting the swords that the Shaolin Temple presents to honored state guests and to foreign dignitaries visited by Temple delegations. The swords are designed and produced by Paul Chen, under Hanwei's license as the exclusive supplier of swords to the Shaolin Temple. Under the terms of this agreement, CAS Hanwei is permitted to distribute these swords to collectors and is the only company officially allowed to use the Shaolin Temple insignia in association with its swords. In accordance with the principles of the Temple, Hanwei strives for perfection in the design and production of these pieces, with the goal of combining traditional values and techniques with contemporary design interpretations. The conceptual themes of these three swords are the Martial Arts (Shaolin Hun Yuan Sword), Religious Ideals (King of the Kinnaras Sword) and History (Shaolin Wootz Sword), each design allowing a unique insight into its individual concept in terms of aesthetic presentation and materials. These innovative designs, with their beautifully detailed finish and outstanding craftsmanship, represent the skill and national pride of the Hanwei swordmakers. Undoubtedly among the most collectible swords made in China today, each sword is individually serial numbered and provided with a superb display stand. It represents a valuable addition to any collection
King of Kinnaras Sword - SH2421
Celebrating the holiness and solemnity of the fabled Shaolin Guardian, the King of the Kinnaras sword is a fitting tribute to the ruler of the Kinnara spirits. The hilt and scabbard are decorated with goldplated brass Lotus Flowers in a delicate tracery of leaves and stems, revealing the rich damask fabric covering the hardwood. This handsome decoration is complemented by a blade forged in patterned damascus steel, which provides a perfect balance of strength and beauty.
Hun Yuan sword - SH2382
The Hun Yuan sword is crafted in the "Jian" style and is intended as a fully functional sword for the martial artist. The Paduak wood handle is complemented by a beautifully sculpted guard and pommel in nickel silver, with a central design on the guard that combines elements of Confucianism, Taoism and Hun Yuan. The Paduak/Nickel Silver combination and the design theme are elegantly repeated in the scabbard. In contrast to the traditional appearance, the blade is forged from Maraging steel, a material that utilizes very advanced heat treatment technology to produce excellent shock resistance and flexibility.
Shaolin Wootz Sword - SH2385
The clean lines of the Wootz sword, patterned after a Han Dynasty cavalry weapon, exude strength and power. Forged as a single piece, the sword's most exciting feature is its Wootz steel construction. The centuries-old Asian technique of making superb Wootz steel (or Watered steel) sword blades has been lost to the world for several hundred years, but dedicated study and research have re-created the process and this sword is a testament to that dedication. The cord-wrapped handle and iron-bound Paduak scabbard accentuate the powerful nature of this rugged piece.
