After the clash, it suddenly dawned on me—what exactly is this tool that China Coast Guard personnel are holding?
During the confrontation between China and the Philippines on the 20th at Ren'ai Reef, one image caught my attention. Our frontline law enforcement officers were equipped with necessary tools for duty. Among them, one officer was holding an unfamiliar device—something I had never seen before, not even knowing its name. Upon closer inspection, the object resembles a wrench but also appears to be an irregular shape cut from steel. Even among the vast collection of traditional Chinese cold weapons, there seems to be no similar form. If one must draw a comparison, perhaps it vaguely resembles the tool said to have been held by Yu the Great during his flood control efforts.
However, one thing is certain: regardless of whether it has a formal name or not, this tool serves a clear purpose in law enforcement. Its design combines both blocking capability and the ability to disarm opponents. Moreover, if needed, the user could swing it fully around and hurl it like a projectile—undoubtedly made of metal, and capable of causing serious injury upon impact. One can only say that when it comes to developing cold weapons, the Chinese remain unsurpassed, as ever.
Philippine forces ramming and attacking Chinese law enforcement officers
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1871471125696522/
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