Ordered it and received it in excellent condition. Received it exactly when I requested (very pleased with that).
Very beautiful, small dao, made with all the traditional materials and, even though I am not an expert, it seems to me quite obvious that it is of great quality and durability. It therefore seems to me it is as authentic as it gets and much more than just some cheap imitation of a Shaolin Jie Dao. It is defenitely what I expected, and even more!
It came with some information concerning the Shaolin in general and the use of the dao by monks, a quote by the Shaolin Temple's 30th Abbot, and care and maintenance instructions. It also came with a poster, for display purposes, of a painting of a legendary Shaolin monk. All very nice, I can recommend it.
I'd order something again. Satisfied customer.
Rating: [5 of 5 Stars!]