Tai Chi Gin Sword Length

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Laugar
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Tai Chi Gin Sword Length

Post by Laugar »

Hello!

I am 6'0" tall. I plan on obtaining a spring steel tai chi sword w/ a 30" blade - 40" total.

Should I go for the longer 32" blade or is the 30" blade sufficient?
Michael
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Post by Michael »

Laugar,

I am 6' and my swords are 28" and 29 1/2". These are plenty long. I would not go any longer than 30". Don't want to hit the floor.

Enjoy your sword!

Michael
Laugar
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Post by Laugar »

Thanks Michael!

I was just wondering because I've heard three different ways to size one's gin sword:

1. Sword just touches the floor when held
2. Sword meets the lower ear when held
3. Sword meets the upper ear when held

Looks like I'll go out and buy one! Thanks again!
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