Miao Dao's sword has long been used by fencing combat schools in China and has a history of development. The length of the sword ranged from 120 cm and more. Due to this size, there was an advantage in the distance on short swords, and one of the purposes of this sword was to defeat the horses of the attackers.
Length sword: 150 cm (59") Length of the handle: 50 cm (19.7") Blade length - 100 cm (39.3") Weight - apx. 800-900 g Material: Hornbeam
There is an option to choose bokken with or without tsuba and color of the bokken.
Hornbeam wood (European Hornbeam, Carpinus Betulus) it has a beautiful white-gray shade, similar to the color of ivory, with almost no pronounced fibers, such as ash or white acacia. This wood belongs to the valuable species with a very high density. For its properties, it is also called "iron" wood.
* The brown bokken is treated with a special brown impregnation and oil.
Our Craftsmanship
Each piece is handcrafted from carefully selected hardwoods — European Hornbeam, Robinia and Ash — chosen for their exceptional density, resilience, and authentic feel under real training conditions. Our artisans shape every weapon by hand, ensuring proper balance and weight distribution that serious practitioners demand. Each piece is finished with protective oil, ensuring lasting quality. Behind every Bokuto product is a team that trains in martial arts themselves — so we build what we trust in our own hands.
