Blue Dragon Crescent Blade Paper Knife
Legendary Chinese weapon utility knife
The Blue Dragon Crescent Blade Paper Knife looks Chinese, so why does it appear in Japan Trend Shop? It is indeed a Chinese guandao and the weapon of choice for the general Guan Yu, who lived in the third century and is one of the protagonists of the Chinese classic Romance of the Three Kingdoms. But this is how this becomes a Japanese matter: the Romance of the Three Kingdoms was adapted into a very popular manga in Japan called Sangokushi – and which has inspired this fine collectible!
With the director of a gallery in Kobe dedicated to Sangokushi creator Mitsuteru Yokoyama involved in its design, the 233 mm (9.2") Blue Dragon Crescent Blade Paper Knife is a perfect replica of the weapon the legendary general wields in the manga. It is sharpened by artisans in Gifu's Seki City, one of Japan’s knife capitals, and can be used as a letter or box opener. And when you're not using it, you can put the knife on the stand it comes with to give your desk a classic Chinese and Japanese touch!
Specs and Features:
- Double-sided blade
- Inspired by the manga Sangokushi (Romance of the Three Kingdoms)
- Design supervised by the director of Kobe Tetsujin Sangokushi Gallery dedicated to manga artist Mitsuteru Yokoyama's work
- Blade sharpened by artisans in Gifu's Seki City
- Length: 233 mm (9.2")
- Weight: 63 g (2.2 oz)
- Material: stainless steel, ABS
- Comes with stand
