Why choose a wooden dao?

What are the experts saying?

"Fine craftsmanship and attention to detail make the wooden dao an integral part of any sword collection."

Si Gung Marco - CMAHC

"The wooden dao is great for teaching any broadsword form, especially with a large class."

Si Xiong Tertius - CMAHC

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Always a pleasure, never a chore #workshopping
28w - 6
The fit between the guard and the handle has to be just so. #woodendao #jian #workshop
72w - 7
Guards sliding down to fit the handles is tight! #woodendao #jian #workshop
73w - 9
The guard is made from the inside out, started by accommodating for the blade. #woodendao #jian #workshop
73w - 19
Accurate measurements lead to better handles. #woodendao #jian #workshop
74w - 37
Each counter-weight is unique, requiring a hand finish to fit. #woodendao #jian #workshop
74w - 8
The lead counter weight has been shaped for inclusion in the handle. #woodendao #jian #workshop
75w - 3
Lead balancing weights cut into strips of 50g #woodendao #workshop
75w - 5
Jian components on their way #woodendao #workshop #woodenjian
75w - 5
My brother made some crates for his sculptures @andrestead
76w - 5
Asian Cedar test. Cut, then oiled. #workshop #woodendao
84w - 7
Customised wooden dao - shaping the handle for the bearer #woodendao #wooden #dao #workshop
89w - 22
The jig will make sure the sword remains at right angles to Bob, the sander. Remember Bob?
91w - 6
Workshop vibes
91w - 5
Handle sanding jig. It doesn’t look like much, but it’s going to be very handy - watch this space.
91w - 4
The soul of the sword brings balance #woodendao #dao #workshop
95w - 9
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