All "collector" and "functional" swords are limited editions. We generally do NOT restock models, so you can only get them via a custom order. Most training models will be restocked on a rolling 9-12 month basis, but we can take custom orders for them as well since it takes 6-12 months to get an order made. If you see any sold out models that you want, please email us by hitting the floating support button in lower left of the screen. It takes a long time to make quality swords.
The swords represent the highest level of learning in Wing Chun Kung Fu and are one of the last things learned. As with everything in Wing Chun, the swords are supposed to be custom-made to fit the individual user and his/her style of fighting. The swords you use will not always be the same as your teacher or lineage but might be similar in function.
Each part of the sword has a purpose and how that part is made/designed greatly affects the use. The blade length (typically same as your forearm length), the blade shape (chopping, stabbing, hybrids of both), the grind/edge, the handles, the quillon (stopping, flipping, trapping, hybrids), the knuckle bow shape, etc are all very important considerations. This is one reason we routinely make/stock over 100 different models at any one time. But this also means that we cannot make very many of each model (1-5 of each is normally made), so if you see a sword that you like and fits your style, you should grab it while you can! (if you want to learn more, check out this .pdf written by our designer Jeffrey Modell that explains all of this and much more).
We'd also like to thank Master Wong for his review of our swords:
Please Note: All sharp swords are sold as "display" or "collectors" items only! They are NOT suitable for training (it is too dangerous to train with sharp blades). They are only suited for collection and/or display.
Sword Versions
V1 - Typically the first release (some times collectable or prototype)
V2 - Often a tweaked and/or weapon-grade V1
V3 - 2-in-1 Versions of V2
V4 - Lightweight
V5 - Training
V6 - Damascus Dark
V7 - Tactical
