Very rare set of unusual húdiédao, China, mid 19th century Afghan Major Channer retired from the

Major Channer retired from the Indian Army and was granted the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel

The grip has been restored

A few are faintly visible although the blade no longer retains the majority of these decorations

An elegant horn hilted kukri with the crescent moon mark

Very rare set of unusual húdiédao, China, mid 19th century Afghan Major Channer retired from theHdidao (), also known as butterfly swords, are twin swords usually identified with Southern China. Strong association with Wing Chun. This set is a stunning example, with both swords present as well as the original leather scabbard. Whilst antique Wing Chun sized Hudiedao are extremely rare, this sub type are of a type that is much rarer than their counterparts with the knuckle guard and hooked quillon. Apart from the guard less nature of these knives