Dao (Naga sword)

Dao is the sword of the Naga people and Mizo people of Northeastern India, mainly in the Indian states of Nagaland, Mizoram, Manipur and Assam. The sword, with its wooden hilt, and unique square form is used for digging as well as used in historical warfare. In modern times, it is generally used for cutting meat and wood.

Dao
Sword (Dao) with Scabbard and Baldric
TypeSword
Place of originNortheast India
Service history
Used byNaga people, Mizo people
Specifications
Blade typeSingle edge
Hilt typeWood, Cane
Scabbard/sheathWood, Cane
Head typeSteel
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