The Eighteen Arms is a list of the eighteen main weapons of Chinese martial arts. The origin of the list is unclear and there have been disputes as to what the eighteen weapons actually are. However, all lists contain at least one or more of the following weapons:

The eighteen classical weapons consist of nine long weapons, such as staff, spear, and the halberd; and nine short weapons such as double daggers, swords, and axes. The Chinese adopted most of the long weapons from the Mongols.

2016年4月25日 · The 18 weapons were a list of the most common Chinese weapons used by the Chinese solider or martial artist in ancient times. The 18 weapons are referenced several times in Chinese literature going back as far as the Song Dynasty, especially in the Chinese classic, "Outlaws of the Marsh" (水滸傳) also known as "The Water Margin".

The "18 Arms" refers to a traditional classification of weaponry in Chinese martial arts, embodying a comprehensive system of martial skills that practitioners are encouraged to master. This list represents a diverse array of weapons, each with its own unique characteristics, techniques, and application in combat.

2024年3月17日 · The Shaolin 18 Arms represent a rich and diverse array of traditional Chinese martial arts weapons that have been integral to the Shaolin Temple’s martial arts curriculum for centuries. From the iconic staff and broadsword to the lesser-known but equally formidable weapons like the double crutch and meteor hammer, each weapon embodies unique ...

2017年7月2日 · Butterfly Swords, or Wùh Dihp Doū (蝴蝶刀) are a special weapon, albeit a more common one, especially among Southern styles of Chinese martial arts, such as Wing Chun (詠春拳), Hùhng Gā Kyùhn (洪家拳), Choi Leí Faht (蔡李佛), and others. (note: in this post I am using Yale Cantonese Pingyam instead of the usual Mandarin Pinyin)

There are 18 weapons of Shaolin Kung Fu. The eighteen classical weapons consist of nine long weapons, such as staff, spear, and the halberd; and nine short weapons such as double daggers, swords, and axes.

The Mace is a blunt weapon, made for bashing armored opponents. At first it looks like the Chinese Jian (劍) or double-edged sword, but a closer look reveals that it is a blunted slab of iron, with 4, 6, or 8 sides.

Description of the 18 weapons: Tan Bong -Wood or steel stick, approximately two feet long with a braided silk fabric tassel at the top. Chong Bong - 6-foot long wood or steel pole.

From ancient to modern day, Chinese Martial Arts practicioner incoporation weapons practice in their practice. Some of the major weapon that are used includes, staffs, spear, sword, sabor, double broadsword, hooks, shoval and many more.