LAYAWAY DEPOSIT ONLY - Dragon King - Taotie Jian longsword

Allow yourself to make it Legendary.

Some pieces you talk yourself out of. Too much, not right now, maybe one day. But the grails don't wait — and "maybe one day" is how they become the ones that got away.

So don't talk yourself out of this one. Claim Dragon King - Taotie Jian longsword now, and pay for it at your own pace. No lenders, no credit checks, no interest — just you, quietly building the collection you actually want.

How it works:

• Pay your deposit here to open your reservation — that's it claimed, and it's yours in waiting.
• Cinders sees it safely onto The Hoard, where Mafoo the Box Goblin frets over it until the day it's fully yours.
• Pay off the rest however suits you — any amount, whenever. We'll nudge you gently so you always know where you stand.
• The last pound lands, and it ships. We never dispatch until it's completely yours.

Worth knowing before you commit:

• Your price is locked in today. Whatever happens to it later, you pay what you agreed.
• Changed your mind? Full refund within 14 days; after that, whatever you've paid becomes Forge credit that never expires. Nowt's ever lost.
• The full rules live in our Layaway — The Hoard terms: Layaway Scheme T&Cs.

🔞 Sold to adults aged 18+ only, in line with applicable UK legislation regarding traditional hand-crafted swords. Strict age verification applies.

Description

Rooted deeply in Chinese culture going back to the Neolithic age and first finding expression during the Shang and Zhou dynasties as a monster mask on bronze ritual vessels, the legend of the taotie still manifests in modern cutlery on eating utensils and plates. Punished by the gods for his overindulgence, as a warning to others the gods took away the body and jaw of TheTaotie (gluttonous monster) so all he could do was eat constantly, leaving nothing but a head and gaping mouth. The artisans of Dragon King conceived this new take on this ancient warning in the form of the Taotie Jian. The classic zoomorphic head motif is featured embossed on the pommel and the guard.

The 37 3/4" blade's 7" ricasso (3/8" thick at base) reinforces the overall strength for powerful thrusts and blocks. The 12 1/2" wood core handle is pristinely thin cord wrapped which allows for an easy grip for a 51 1/2" long sword. A black lacquered scabbard with matching accents secures the sword.

Legal & Safety Notice

This is a bladed item intended for display, collection, martial arts appreciation, or controlled handling only.
It is not intended for unlawful use.

🔞 Age Verification 🔞
This product is strictly sold to adults aged 18 years and over. We operate additional age verification checks for certain items and may request proof of age prior to dispatch. Orders will not be shipped unless age requirements are met.

Key Features:

• With the Taotie Jian it is the small and subtle details that make this sword quite the collectible.
• 37.75" Blade
• Carbon Steel – 5160
• Wood/Cord Wrapped Handle
• Wood Scabbard

Important Information

This item is a bladed product and must be handled responsibly.
Ownership and display of bladed items may be subject to local laws — customers are responsible for ensuring compliance.

This sword is a traditional, hand-forged blade inspired by traditional Chinese Jian design, created for collectors with an appreciation for sword craftsmanship.

Forged from Damascus Steel it combines authentic construction with display-quality presentation.

Key Features

• Traditional hand-forged sword

• Damascus Steel blade

• Sharpened edge as part of traditional finishing

• Full-tang construction

• Approximate blade length: 73 cm
  

• Suitable for collection or display

Age Verification:
This product is sold to adults aged 18 years and over. By purchasing, you confirm that you meet this requirement. Orders may be subject to age verification checks prior to dispatch, and we reserve the right to cancel any order where age cannot be satisfactorily verified.

Important Information

• This sword is supplied as a traditional hand-crafted blade and is not sold for self-defence or unlawful use

• Customers are responsible for safe handling and secure storage

• Ownership and use may be subject to local laws — customers should ensure compliance in their jurisdiction