Ming late dynasty Chinese Dao (Saber)

[Anthony G.]

Originally Posted by Philip

Blade shape is usually called fengchidao (phoenix wing saber). The type does indeed date back to the Ming if not earlier, as indicated by depiction in art of the era, and a few surviving specimens. The fittings on this one look like later replacements, Qing for sure, judging from their style, probably around the 18th cent.

Hi Philip

Greeting.

I was hopping that you can advice me the possible reasons that the groove was so badly done. Many thanks.