5 comments about Japanese Sword Cleaning Kit.

1. Hmm, okay lets start with the stuff inside.
   
   1. 2 piece of rice paper, sort of like (fabric softner sort of cloth in my opinion...)
   -This set is sort of just like a starter set since once you use up the rice paper you have to get more or improvise with something similar to it. It works fine like anything else but anyhow, reminder*get ready to improvise.
   
   2. Mallet+two bamboo pins
   -They work fine, but i recommend going to someone with more experience for removing pins and such.
   
   3. The powder ball
   -Works fine as well just takes a few taps to get it started when you first get it. you will probably need to buy more of this in the future as well.
   
   4. Oil
   -The amount is quite small so get ready to buy oil, works fine.
   
   Overall i thought this product was good just didnt think the amount of supplies was like sample size.(My first kit)



2. I bought this cleaning kit because I recently purchased a movie prop replica sword from my local comic shop and the blade is very dirty.
   By following the simple instructions that come in the cool looking wooden box, I was able to male the sword look like brand new. I must compliment the seller for the speedy delivery, it came a lot sooner that I expectecd. The quality is perfect, and the price was very affordable.
   I will give the highest rating possible to the seller and I wouldn't mind doing business with this seller again.



3. This set included everything pictured. My only complaints are that it does not include a very large bottle of polish, and that the wooden box is splintering off on one of the edges, so I have to be really careful not to break off that piece.



4. I ordered this for my brothers birthday gift and I am pleased on how fast it got here. It is in great condition and I am sure hes gonna love the gift! :)



5. Im glad I bought this, because it is essential to clean any high carbon steel blade. Otherwise it will rust due to the low corrosion resistance. Keep in mind that while this is a Japanese style cleaning kit, you dont have to use it only on Japanese style blades. It will still work very nicely on other swords, knives, etc. If your blade is already rusting, this kit will not help you. It only prevents the rust from forming in the first place.
   
   Included in this kit is everything the description says it does. Not only that, but it also has 2 spare bamboo mekugi pins and a mekuginuki (tiny hammer) for removing and putting in the mekugi pins for a Japanese sword. The top of the hammer can be unscrewed to act as a stake to help remove the pins. The powder should last a good while, but the oil comes in a very small bottle which wont last very long. It also only has 2 rice paper cloths, but they can be cut in half to make 4. This isnt a huge deal as you can use any soft disposable cloth to wipe the blade and apply the oil.
   
   The box is made out of a soft wood, but still in good condition. It did not arrive damaged in any way, nor was the kanji writing on the lid damaged or faded.
   
   I cant honestly say whether or not the oil and powder actually works, but I have yet to see my swords show any signs of corrosion. Therefore, im sure it does. Overall, im satisfied with this purchase and I do recommend it. I am giving it a full 5 stars because it is for what it should be. If this were a larger kit, I would take off a star due to it only having 2 cloths and a small bottle of oil. For nearly $5, id say this cleaning kit is defenatly worth the price.

1 comments about Everlast Hand Wraps (Pink).

1. Love them. They are comfy, the size is good for females, and the material is a good quality.

5 comments about Wushu Shoes (Feiyue Brand) -.

1. I ordered these shoes to use for parkour training because of the grip. When my shoes arrived they had an incredibly potent and disgusting chemical smell. It gets on my socks and my hands. I could barely stand to be around them long enough to lace them up. They are sitting outside on my porch right now because they contaminate any room that they are in. None of the other reviews have mentioned this, so it could be a one time defect. I really hope the smell goes away, because they seem like excellent shoes otherwise and they cost very little.



2. great price for it and especailly when it's free shipping. I know they come in different color aside from black and white. hopefully the vendor will consider selling it on-line. thanks



3. For years I looked at these shoes and thought they were tacky. Then I reaqd an article about how they were worn at the olympic demonstrations and were now to be produced and sold for $65 in NYC. I immediately thought, "gee, I should try them while they are still cheap." I bought a pair for myself, my gf, her son and my son. I practice and teach taijiquan, I love these shoes for any outdoor practice that I do. They are so tacky looking that they are sort of cool, they wear well, and feel great to use. I even wear them casually now. For the price, they are the best shoe that a martial artist can buy. Who doesn't love a good shoe for $15. I am now collecting them in multiple colors.



4. these shoes are wonderful for kung fu. i wear size 8.5 womens and the size 40 fit me just fine. i think i'll start wearing these casually as well.



5. These shoes are great, especially for martial arts. I specifically bought them to use in Capoeira and they are wonderful. They are lightweight, flexible, and give you a good balance on your feet. Highly recommended if anyone is looking for great shoes at an even greater price for training.

5 comments about TMAS Feiyue Martial Arts Shoes.

1. no much to say...except fast shipment and accurate filling of order.
   
   note other sites sell the same shoes but you wonder if they are going to give you right size...this site, on check out clearly indicates the shoe size that you are ordering.
   
   gives you a bit more confidence that you are going to get the right shoe



2. The shoes are comfortable, but I am not a fan of the rounded sides on the soles - it makes it tough on some Tai Chi moves. Also, they have a distinct petroleum smell.



3. I like the concept, but they just don't fit my feet. My foot is 10 inches long and 4 1/4 inches wide at the ball. These shoes are just too narrow at size 43. After wearing them for half of a plyometric workout, I tried the rest without and my feet were cramping from being so confined. I also tried a size 44 while practicing kata; they were long enough that I had to be careful not to slip my foot out.
   
   As far as the sole is concerned, I could get over the squishy feeling, but probably the rounded hump in the middle of the foot.



4. These shoes are great. While it may take some time to break them in enough (they squeak), I am amazed at how sturdy these shoes are. They arrived promptly and, best of all, they fit! I usually have a hard time finding shoes that fit me perfectly, but these fit the bill!



5. This is my second pair of Feiyue Martial Arts shoes and they are still kicking-butt. Cheep, durable and comfortable. Unlike Chuck Taylor high-tops, which would start ripping and coming apart at the seams for me, the only reason I had to replace my pair of Feiyue Martial Arts shoes was I had wore the tread out and the shoe had lost their bounce.
   
   The only problem I had when I bought my first pair was not knowing which size to get, but after a little trial and error (I only had to return one pair) I got the right pair, and my feet have been happy feet since.

5 comments about Everlast 4008 Traditional Heavy Bag (80 lb.).

1. My boyfriend mentioned that he wanted a punching bag to work out on. I ordered this for a surprise. It arrived in great condition, box and all. I am happy with the savings of this purchase and happy with the product. We would have paid more at our local sporting store and would have had to haul it home. The only thing is I wasn't home to get it so when the box arrived, my honey pretty much guessed what was in the box because EVERLAST was printed on the outside of the box. It was actually funny. We bought some extra chain to strap it up on the steel beam in the basement and he uses it often.



2. I bought this for my son for Christmas. He seems to be happy with it, although he has not beat the snot out of it much yet. It did come with the box pretty beat up, but it was very heavy to hall around, so I'm guessing the delivery guy had a hard time with it. Glad I ordered it for delivery so I didn't have to try to get it into my car. Happy so far!



3. The bag that is pictured with the chain and traditional Everlast logo is not the bag that is sent out. The model #4008 is what is on the box(box is barely hanging on and is patched up with shipping tape all over to keep it together) but the bag inside has black webbing instead of chain and the new International Everlast logo. Other than that this is a great bag for the money it just is not the bag pictured and it is not the one ordered. So expect the unexpected. Good luck and keep your guard up.



4. this was a Christmas present for my husband, he loved it. Couldn't wait to hang it up and start working out. The great part for me was the heavy bag was $30 cheaper on Amazon than the store and it was shipped right to my door for free!



5. this bag is awesome. Im whoopin its ass on a regular basis its sturdy durable and great for drills!!!!
   Buy it i recommend it

5 comments about Everlast Mixed Martial Arts Grappling Gloves.

1. I am really pleased with how these gloves fit, they are really tight for sand bag training, they are still flexible if you train hand to hand or grabbing combat



2. These are a good set of gloves. However, I do most of my work on the heavy bag and there isn't really a lot of padding in these grappling gloves. By the end of the workout I am definitely feeling it in my hands. My only other complaint would be the size. I got the L/XL and I still end up with a lot of pain in between my fingers. Overall, I would recommend these gloves, but not for bag work.



3. Very good product, i use it several times a week, very comfortable and high quality, the best deal i ve ever made in sport product



4. I've never had a pair of MMA gloves before, but these feel pretty nice to me. You have to break into them a little bit, but after that they feel fine. I've been hitting a punching bag for the past month or so and my hands feel fine afterwords.
   
   My only complaint is that they'll cut in between your knuckles if you don't put some duct tape between the inside of the finger holes. After that, you're good to go.
   
   They're a great pair of gloves for the price.



5. I was excited to get a new pair of Everlast MMA gloves. When they arrived and I opened the box, I couldn't believe how strong the asphalt smell was. I used them that night at the dojo, thinking the smell would wear off, but had to take them off after a few minutes, as I was getting a headache. I've left them in my garage for 2 weeks and they still smell. I've tried calling Everlast but get into a phone loop. I am now going to write to them, as I can not ever use these gloves. What a shame, they seem good other than a chemical they must have used to process them. I am looking for an American made glove if any one knows of one, please post.

5 comments about Gymboss GB2010 HOT PINK SOFTCOAT.

1. This product is very easy to set up and use. So far working well with my interval training during cooler and dryer weather. Looking forward to seeing if it holds up to the summer training season, when its exposure to moisture increases. The instruction manual is simple and very easy to understand. Transition from set up to use was easy and quick! When running with a group, the alarm is loud enough so that all members can keep in step, that's been helpful in preserving the coaches' voices.



2. I bought the Gymboss for my daughter who is preparing for her first marathon. She tells me it is fabulous and is helping her training immensely.



3. I needed this timer for cardio work out and it works very well for my needs. However, if you want to save extra money, I will recommend you to order directly from [...]. It is the same product, but the company charge you less for shipping.



4. I bought the Gymboss interval timer after i began Craig Ballantyne's Turbulance Training program. The timer makes switching up my intervals so much easier than using a watch or treadmill timer. The only problem I have with it is if I want tp reset the times, it is a little bit confusing and I have to go back to the directions. Luckily, step by step instructions are on youtube.
   
   Oh, and I love the pink soft shell- I haven't lost it, yet!



5. Does everything it's supposed to, and well. Clips securely. What more do you want?

5 comments about Everlast 4455BP Hand Wraps.

1. I use these wraps for boxing, kickboxing, and an 'MMA on the Bags' class. I'm very happy with them. They're nice and thick (I'm not fond of those skinny, flimsy wraps) so I get great coverage and the thickness also gives extra support for my skinny wrists, and allows them to keep their shape. Because of their thickness, I can also use them as a knee or ankle support. I recommend these wraps to any boxer.



2. these wraps are great. If you need longer wraps go for the Mexican style wraps. My hands are a bit smaller so it's fine for me. Definitely helps protect my hands when I hit the heavy bag. You definitely need wraps if you're going to do that.



3. I bought these hand wraps for my son and he is very happy with them.



4. As advertised -- get the length you need, 180" is for adult men (bigger even would be better for very large hands)



5. Works fine, Good padding, Good length (Since I have smaller hands), Color is sexy, what else can I say? Its Everlast quality and I'm sure it'll last me quite a while :].

5 comments about High Quality Made In Taiwan Black Finish Professional Double Locking Handcuffs.

1. I got these to use during sessions, and they have worked well so far. They are very good quality, very heavy.



2. Honesty, I bought these for kinnky reasons....They are so sturdy, intimidating, discreet and actually quite comfortable for legit hand cuffs. They are on the heavy side, but for normal use that would probably be a benefit.
   
   Fantastic cuffs! They feel like they will last forever!



3. While the handcuffs did not have as long a chain between them as I'd have liked, they are a good buy as long as you don't plan on hooking them around anything.
   They are heavy-duty and well-made.



4. These are nothing like the cheap ones that you can unlock once you're cuffed, they are the really deal and a bit heavy, but good too!



5. Very heavy, sturdy and a great deal. My girlfriend broke the first pair of cuffs I bought, but she can't do anything to these. I love the black finish, amazing cuffs.

5 comments about Kubaton.

1. I never received this item. I've been waiting over a month.
   Can't wait to get it. Hope it arrives sometime.



2. This is by far the best deal. It's a nice piece of work, not too heavy and easy to conceal. A+++



3. Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R2S9DH335VJZ2D My opinionated review of Kubaton



4. Got this item in great condition. Fits on my key chain and is very useful as self-defense weapon.



5. For the price you pay, this is a very good deal. It is exactly as pictured and described, it is a well made solid piece of aluminum that feels good in your hand. It fits easily into your back pocket or backpack. I teach self defense and manual restraint in a hospital setting. I get into about 2 to 3 physical altercations a week at work. Although I would never in a million years use a Kubaton on a patient, my frequent altercation experience has taught me the value of simplicity when dealing with an attack situation. The Kubotan is about as easy a weapon as you can get. If you can hit someone with your fist on a boney area, any boney area at all, it seems like you can use a Kubaton effectively (from the videos I have seen- no personal experience with it yet- thank goodness). Just playing around with it, swinging it hammerfist style into a piece of wood, it is easy to see how much energy and power you can focus on a little spot. It is not the ultimate weapon that will protect you in any and all situations, but it is a useful, easy to use tool that could give you the edge to keep you from being a victim. For around $5, you can't go wrong.