The Chinese Pudao, originally an infantry weapon,
has been adopted into the martial arts and its use in the hands
of a skilled practitioner is spectacular. This weapon is also
known as a horse-cutter sword, since it was used to slice the
legs out from under a horse during battle. Our Pudao (SH2072)
is a weapon to be coveted by infantry of old and modern martial
artists alike. The high-carbon tempered steel blade has an
agressive distal taper to promote quickness and balance and
a long tang for strength, while the oak staff is tightly wrapped
in a traditional pattern to optimize handling and adds to the
distinctive appearance, as do the dragon-head bronzed steel
blade collar and bell tassel. This weapon combines the best
attributes of the sword and staff.