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I’m kind of curious to know if there is a geographical split between which hand is the lead hand for spear.

From a personal observation, I’ve noticed southern styles tend to favour having the right lead with the left in the rear for power; and northern styles tend to favour the opposite with the right hand for power and left for leading. Of course there are some exceptions, such as those who decide to flip the form because they’re but this is what I have noticed so far.

Is there any validity to this observation, taking into consideration the certain exceptions, especially from those who practice a northern system?

Does anyone know what the general rule of thumb is for the two handed jian/*shuangshou jian*/雙手劍?

I know for a regular/conventional jian, the rule of thumb is usually up to your ear and there are size charts that show you your height and suggested blade length.

But for the two handed jian, I haven’t found any specific guide on what guide for it and those blade lengths usually go from like 39” to like 42”-ish.

If anyone trains in this particular weapon, what has been the sizing guide you were suggested to follow?