How common are Chinese swords with bent blades?

[ausjulius]

Originally Posted by Sakalord364

How common are period sources stating Chinese blades bending in combat, or examples of antique Chinese swords with bent blades? Swords bending were a common occurrence elsewhere in the world, I’m wondering if this phenomenon was also recorded in China?

Pretty common I'd presume. As older weapons many are only edged quenched and many are laminated on an iron blade.
I've seen plenty with bends

[Sajen]

Agreed, I've seen a few with bends. It's like Julius stated.