Chinese Swordplay Gear
Scott Rodell Sparring Jian
Blade Length: 30.5″ (77.5 cm.)
Sword Length: 39 1/2″ (100.5 cm.)
Sword Weight: 2 lb. 3 oz (990 g.)
Length and weight may vary.
MSR $349.00
Our Price $239.00
Designed by teacher and author Scott M. Rodell, this simple and elegant jian is a revival of the classic Chinese straight sword. This purpose built sword is designed for sparring practice. The overall design of this sword is based on Rodell’s years of study of 1,000s of antique Chinese jian.
Chinese Swordplay Gambeson Vests
Styled after Qing Bannerman Armor, Seven Stars gambeson vests are designed for full contact swordplay with wooden weapons & meet the minimum requirements for the Traditional Chinese Sword League. As such they are thicker than most gambeson on the market today that are designed to be worn in conjunction with armor. Crafted with wool padding & a cotton shell, these gambeson have traditional Chinese button closures, padded collars & added shoulder pads to provide additional protection to the collar bone & shoulder joints. These shoulders pads are removable. Our gambeson vest come in two colors, blue & red with blue border & are available in T-shirts sizes Large & Extra Large. Custom orders are available for groups or schools ordering 3 or more vests at a time.
Note: Chinese Historical Swordsmanship is a dangerous activity that typically involves potentially serious injury. The user assumes all risks involved with using Seven Stars gambeson vests. This helmet is designed for use only with wooden training weapons.
Blue Gambeson Vests
Weight: 4 lbs. (1.81 kg.)
Body Thickness: 1/3″ (.7 cm)
Large $239, Extra Large $249
Red with Blue Border Gambeson Vests
Weight: 4 lbs. (1.81 kg.)
Body Thickness: 1/3″ (.7 cm)
Large $239, Extra Large $249
Swordplay/Stick Fighting Arm Guards
Our Price $24.99/pair
Outside length, wrist to elbow: 11″ (28 cm.)
Inside length: 7″ (18 cm)
Colors: Black, Blue, Red
Developed in the Philippines for stick fighting competitions, these arm guards wrap the entire forearm protecting the lower arm from the wrist to the elbow. With two velcro fasteners these arm guards fit tight and securely to the forearms. Sold in pairs, available in large size only, in blue red or black.
Note: User assumes all risk of use. The practice of Chinese Historical Swordsmanship, like all martial arts, is a dangerous activity that can lead to serious injury. These arm guards are designed for use only with wooden training weapons.
Multiple Swords Bag
These Sword Cases are designed for the martial artist who long swords to and from practice, but they are equally at home with any sheathed swords less than 50″ long. They are available in medium and large sizes. The cases are in a black, heavy-duty fabric with leather reinforcing. A shoulder strap and carrying handle provide traveling convenience. Each case has two zippered inside compartments for swords and an outer compartment for maintenance supplies. These cases are perfect for those who travel frequently with their swords across country or across town.