Xia Jia sword (Hop Gar Dan Jian Dao) is one of the traditional style exercises with weapons. It is one of the special weapons within the
Xia Quan Kung Fu school. Although it is called a sword, it differs from a traditional sword. In this weapon the characteristics of straight-sword and broadsword are combined. The Xia Jia sword is thin and long, with a blade sharpened on one side. The practice of the Xia Jia sword is analogue to that of the Xia Quan style. Fast turns, powerful cutting movements and stabbing attacks in all directions give the performance an impressive look. It gives the impression of the performer being fearlessly present on the battlefield. This sword and the sword form however have been kept secret for years. Only in 1982 sifu Kong showed it to the public during a competition.