Review and testing of the Song Zhan Ma Dao from LK Chen Swords

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2 жыл бұрын

In this video, I review the Song Zhan Ma Dao that LK Chen sent to me for testing. This very large dao was used by elite infantry units in the Song dynasty against enemy cavalry. The massive and very sharp blade cut through multiple tatami mats and thick double mat targets with wood cores with ease.

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@m_d_c_t 2 жыл бұрын

Song dynasty dao are such impressively brutal cleavers, some of the only swords where describing them like "this thing is a beast" is actually a compliment.

@thescholar-general5975 2 жыл бұрын

I knew that you would do some amazing cutting with this blade! My favorite period in military history is East Asia from the 10-13th centuries in part because you have weapons like this!

@weifan9533 2 жыл бұрын

This period is my favorite in East Asian military history too, not only it had weapons like this, but it also witnessed the emergence of gunpowder weapons like rocket arrows and fire lances.

@danielflynn9141 2 жыл бұрын

That sword is THICK. Wowza! You absolutely crushed the cutting with this sword. If I saw you holding this on the battlefield, I'd pee my pants while I was running away.

@SCA.Laurents 2 жыл бұрын

What an absolute monster of a sword! 💪💪

@AgouraSteve 2 жыл бұрын

This was awesome. I think I was just as impressed with the 3 level cutting stand as I was with the blade!

@FlyingAxblade_D20 2 жыл бұрын

2 birds one stone: Happy New Years

@bladetasticknives5712 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent review and cutting Philip !! And excellent sword LK Chen !!!

@JustGrowingUp84 2 жыл бұрын

Good gods, what a beast of a cleaver! I love it!

@dlatrexswords 2 жыл бұрын

Tremendous work! Good job showcasing this mean mean dao. Glad to see the Song Dynasty continuing to be showcased, and that you chose targets to properly challenge the blade design. Great overview and as always lovely performance.

@weifan9533 2 жыл бұрын

Impressive weapon, thanks for the review

@erichusayn 2 жыл бұрын

Now that is a beast of a sword for sure. Nice cutting as always.

@FortuneFavoursTheBold 2 жыл бұрын

Every single thing about this sword, from its name, to the broadening profile and its proportions, and the cross section of the targets it cuts, is terrifying. Thanks for the impressive demonstration!

@saberserpent1134 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid, Mr. Marten! I hope I get the chance to review this model. Indeed, anti-cavalry weapons were nasty business. Those battlefields must have looked like a scene from Hell.

@possumsam2189 2 жыл бұрын

Esp. when you compare this Song-era Zhanmadao to its primary opponent, the Twin Peaks Liao Dao.

@Rabahsaurus 2 жыл бұрын

I did enjoy this useful review!!! I’m planning on scooping a sword from LK Chen, but it will be my first sword, so I’m doing a lot Of research. Cutting things cannot be as easy as you make it look! However, one day I hope to be able to cut things 1/3 as well as you do! Splendid video!

@Skypad00 2 жыл бұрын

This is the true Chinese war sword hahahaha. Such an interesting looking weapon, great design with excellent utility.

@rikospostmodernlife 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. And terrific sword that one is

@JSharap 2 жыл бұрын

👍 Great uploads!! Much appreciated!!

@wacawaka1802 2 жыл бұрын

Just saw the tatami video and came hoping you still made videos. Love channels like yours

@jjames2162 2 жыл бұрын

Subbed - I like the style of your reviews and the backdrop of historical reference for context

@sc-mh8hy 2 жыл бұрын

Wow!👍

@KF1 2 жыл бұрын

well done. wow

@TheFrog767 2 жыл бұрын

Two cuts nice

@matterpool1477 2 жыл бұрын

wow that's a crazy weapon 😶

@possumsam2189 2 жыл бұрын

Wonder how it compares to its predecessor the Tang-era Zhanmadao, its contemporary the Liao Twin Peaks Dao and its descendant the Dadao.

@MtRevDr 2 жыл бұрын

Certain features pop up from time to time. Vietnamese also have twin peaks dao.

@watamiminozaki6383 2 жыл бұрын

do u happen to know where the antique is kept today

@fatman4792 2 жыл бұрын

Aikidoka you train at the phoenix society of historical swordsmanship? i trained there a few times with richard on polish saber.

@Phil.Martin 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I have been the cutting instructor at the Phoenix Society for the past 6 years. There will be a cutting class this Sunday, if you are interested.

@raphlvlogs271 2 жыл бұрын

is the tear drop shaped disc guard typical of that era?

@weifan9533 2 жыл бұрын

From my knowledge, it was rather typical of that era. However simpler straight hand guards, hand guards of other shapes, and swords with no apparent guards also existed.