- 宝刀不老 bǎodāobùlǎo as good as everLiterally "a precious sword does not grow old"; describes an older person who remains vigorous or whose skills and talents have not faded with age.
- 宝刀未老 bǎodāowèilǎo old but still vigorousliterally meaning a treasure knife does not age; used to describe someone who is still physically strong or maintains great skill despite being elderly