Sword Forum International thread on taji jian

[Doug]

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Doug M

[T'ai Ji Monkey]

Interesting discussion.

I have handled a few Jian myself, this include custom made ones(sharpened) for a style I studied and imported ones from China(more Wushu like).

I think that the tassle is VERY important for the student, as I was taught that the tassle should indicate correct execution of a move.

[Doug]

On Sword Forum International, this is a point of discussion. Scott Rodell points out that the tassel can play an important role in the use of a jian, one must know how to use the tassel well without focusing in the tassel and ignoring the blade. Practitioners tend to try to use the tassel when they should use the point, cut, and blunt edges to gain advantage.

I believe there are other such discussions on this at the Chinese Sword Forum there. I encourage you to take a look (and take part in conversations if you desire).

Doug M

[Doug]

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Go to www.swordforum.com to the Chinese forum for more information.

Doug M