20‑Inch Black Ray‑Skin Ruyi Chinese Jian, Full Tang Construction, Sharp Blade, Hand Forged Damascus Steel Blade, Aged Solid Copper Fittings, Genuine Ray‑Skin Wrapped Scabbard, Historical Replica Collectible Sword

Item Name: 20‑Inch Black Ray‑Skin Ruyi Jian (Aged Finish)
Fittings: Precision‑Carved Solid Copper, Aged Finish
Scabbard: Solid Wood Wrapped With Genuine Ray‑Skin
Blade Material: Hand Forged Damascus Steel, Finely Polished
Overall length: 78.5cm
Length Without Scabbard: 75cm
Total Weight: 1.7kg
Net Weight (without scabbard): 1.21kg
Blade Length: 54cm
Handle Length: 18.5cm
Blade Width: 3.5cm
Blade Thickness: 0.8cm

This sword inherits the powerful and robust style of ancient Han‑dynasty blades, named Ruyi, which carries the blessing of good fortune, safety and all‑things‑go‑well.

Antique‑finished solid copper fittings
The crossguard is carved with taotie beast patterns from the Shang‑Zhou dynasties. As an auspicious mythical creature in ancient times, taotie wards off misfortune and symbolizes dignified protection. The pommel is embossed with coiled‑dragon ornamentation. The dragon stands for good omens and power, meaning to safeguard the wielder and bring blessings. The antique finishing removes harsh bright luster and delivers a time‑worn, vintage texture, recreating the aged charm of ancient weapons.

Genuine black ray‑skin scabbard
The ray‑skin features full, dense grain and outstanding durability. Its deep black tone is calm and elegant. It has long been a premium scabbard material for fine swords. It protects the blade and symbolizes restrained power — keeping sharpness concealed.

Damascus steel blade
Repeated forging forms flowing layered natural patterns, representing unyielding spirit. The eight‑sided blade shape is upright and firm, symbolizing integrity and moral backbone. Balancing strength and subtle grace, the sword combines solemn ancient beast motifs with the hopeful wish for a prosperous life. It works well for collection, display and appreciation.

In the turbulent Han Dynasty, where frontier wars and jianghu tales intertwined, there roamed a wandering hero who carried this Ruyi sword. He sought no high rank or wealth, only to guard ordinary folk as he traveled the land.

Wrapped in dark ray‑skin, the scabbard feels solid and steady in hand. The antique‑finished copper taotie fittings exude solemnity, while the coiled‑dragon pommel holds unspoken ambition. Forged from Damascus steel, the blade bears layered patterns forged by countless hammer strikes. At rest within its scabbard, all sharpness stays hidden.

When bandits harassed villages or chaos broke out at the border, the wanderer would draw his sword. Cold glint ran along its eight‑sided profile. He fought not for glory, but to dispel disaster. He witnessed displaced people amid chaos and guarded peaceful homesteads. Once peace was restored, he claimed no credit, sheathed his blade and departed without a trace.

When asked about his sword’s name, he replied: “It is called Ruyi — may everyone in the world live a fulfilled life.”

Centuries have passed and the ancient wanderer is long gone. This replicated Ruyi revive swords the craftsmanship and spirit of Han‑dynasty swords. The black ray‑skin and aged copper fittings echo bygone eras, and the flowing grain of Damascus steel endures. It preserves the ancient ethos of restrained strength and benevolence, passed down for modern collectors.