Shuang Gou (Hook Swords)
Bladed / Hooking weapon
Quick Facts
Martial Arts
OriginChina (Song / Qing Dynasty (10th-19th C.))
Wield TypePaired
MaterialForged Steel
Length90 - 100 cm cm
Weight0.8 - 1.2 kg kg
History
Traditional Chinese paired weapon associated with Wushu and northern styles. Features a hooked tip, crescent-shaped handguard, and a sharp dagger pommel at the handle.
About
Offers 4 striking surfaces: hook for trapping, crescent guard for close-range slashes, main blade for slicing, and pommel dagger. The hooks can be linked together for extended striking reach.