The Tang Dao is modeled after a Chinese Tang dynasty (AD 618 – 907) saber with a single-edged straight blade, maintaining the same width throughout until tapering to the point. The handle is also straight with a very slight hourglass shape.
Blade length: 28" to 35"
Blade width: 1.5"
Blade thickness: 5/8"
Handle length: 10"
Avg. point of balance: 5" to 6" from the guard.
Avg. weight: 1.4 lb. to 1.6 lb.