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MARTIAL ARTS EQUIPMENT
Posted in Martial Arts (Friday, September 3, 2010)
By 247Swords.
The regular list price is $17.98.
Sells new for $15.98.
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3 comments about Set of 2 Foam Padded Training Swords Shinai Bokken New.
- I bought these to use with my 11 y/o boy. We have had them for a few months and they have had at least 10 hours of total use and are still in perfect shape. We are not gentle with them, but are careful to only hit the other sword or our bodies...not walls, couch, counters, etc. They are very tough and I would recommend them to anyone. We have a lot of fun with them and it is a great way to burn energy.
- These are excellent, me and my brother hold nothing back when we swing and we haven't had any sign of breaking yet!
A word of caution though, these are pretty hard so they DO HURT! If you swing hard you have to have a high tolerance for pain. With young people make sure you explain to them to not swing to hard with these or you'll more than likely have someone crying.
Their is a hard wooden core covered by about an inch and a half of Raquetball like Foam.
All in all very fun for the money and great excercise, but painful.
- I purchased a set of wooden bokkens and found them to be too heavy to spar with my 5 year old son and a little dangerous. The wooden bokkens as I am learning are more for technique and show. These foam-covered bokkens are perfect! They are lightweight, the handles are narrow for his hands, yet big enough for adults, and the foam padding protects against missed blocks and wild swings! A great tool for the young learner in this type of activity. A very good introductory bokken!
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Posted in Martial Arts (Friday, September 3, 2010)
By kenpachi.
The regular list price is $64.99.
Sells new for $21.99.
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5 comments about Kenpachi Zaraki - 11th Division Captain Anime Replica Sword.
- This sword is great quality for the low price. I was stunned by how awesome it looked and felt. although this sword is just a display or a cosplay sword, it is durable enough to maybe practice by yourself with. This is an excellent buy for ANY bleach fan.
- Very good sword of course it's for display only there's an unsightly "made in Pakistan" stamp on the blade but I scratched it off and it's not stainless steel is high carbon steel definetly worth the cost I love it so much it's a perfect replica of Kenpachi's sword.
- the item arrived in a much shorter time then we expected and I was very please with the sword as was my son who I bought it for. I'm sure as he expands his collection that we will be back for more!
- the sword showed up right on time, and i was a little hesitant at first of how it would look, but to my suprise it was actually an awesome sword, it is kind of plain as it shows but that is what makes it beautiful. i was very pleased by my purchase.
- this is a really good sword .....really good but i like the one from kenpachi his blade was missing pieces of the blade but its really awesome tho good work
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Posted in Martial Arts (Friday, September 3, 2010)
By TMAS.
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3 comments about Black Ninja Uniform.
- Of course I'll have to kill you for reading this review. Just kidding. I have always wanted a Ninja uniform. The tiger claw product seems pretty good. I would have preferred to get a 100% cotton dual ply outfit but you just can't find a high quality one out there. The hood is a little wierd but the rest of the suit fits well and seems good quality.
- I bought it and the quality is good for what it costs. As it has been said, the hood is kinda weird, but you can fix it by taking it to a taylor.
The product doesn't come with something to cover your shoes, but just wear black shoes and you will be all set.
I don't recommend this product if you are planning to use it for proffesional training or so.
- I bought this for holloween and i was the only ninja downtown so i got mad props on it. then i wore it for paint ball and everyone looked at me like whats that ninja gonna do!? they loved it secretly lol. its the best when you made someone surrender during a paintball match the way of the ninja is the way for me
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Posted in Martial Arts (Friday, September 3, 2010)
By Piranha Gear.
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5 comments about Black MMA Grappling Piranha Gear Board Shorts (Flex-Panel).
- The Piranha Gear shorts are hard to beat for the price. The quality is very comparable to other much higher priced shorts (Kaizen, Sprawl, Reevo, Etc.) but at a cheaper price. I got mine on sale for under $30. The flex panel in the crotch area is not as wide as some other brands, but in the functionality of the shorts I have yet to notice the difference. Once again for the price you can not beat the value.
- GREAT PRODUCT ,,,, DOES EXACTLY AS IT SHOULD,,,,, DELIVERY AT MY DOOR ON EXACT DATE,,, NICE TO SAY SOMETHING NICE ABOUT A RETAILER ...THEY COME FAR AND FEW IN-BETWEEN
- Bought these for my first grappling tourney this weekend. The sizing guide was right-on, and they are extremely comfortable. Velcro closure with inner drawstring make sure they cinch to the size you need. The side slits and inside-thigh flex panel made for great freedom of movement without worrying about adjusting the fit or having my movement impeded during matches. These are my new favorite BJJ shorts.
- I preface this by saying that finding womens fight shorts that are functional and not concerned with the sexy factor is nearly impossible. So I thought I'd try Piranha's men's shorts with the flex panel. I ordered a small, hoping that my legs would not get lost in the shorts. I also liked the price, in case they didn't work out. The shorts arrived practically the next day with a personal letter from the company owner. To be honest, I didn't expect the quality of the shorts for the price I was willing to pay. I could tell at a glance that the flex panel was going to add comfort to my workouts. The materials was light, yet strong. Unfortunately, mens sizing being what it is, the shorts did not fit well enough on my thighs. I sent a hopeful email out through the Piranha website, expecting at most the offer to exchange. What I got was a heartfelt apology and acknowledgement that womens shorts are difficult to find and difficult to design. They offered an immediate, hassle-free exchange to try to xsmall. When the extra smalls didn't work (mens sizing just doesn't work for most women) I was offered a full refund. Though the shorts themselves did not work for my size, the quality-for-price ratio and the amazing customer service has made me a Piranha fan.
- These are nice shorts and they fit me very well. I bought one pair and then went back and ordered a second pair. The material is very lightweight but tough. The material does not retain much moisture, and it breathes. So, I can work up a sweat during training and the shorts don't get heavy with the sweat. They stay comfortable. With the flex panel, small slit in the pant legs on each side, and slightly baggy design, there is absolutely no restriction to movement.
They are very nice shorts. Highly recommended!
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Posted in Martial Arts (Friday, September 3, 2010)
By .
Sells new for $6.99.
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5 comments about Tomahawk Knife Black Push Dagger.
- Small, but effective. I have big hands and even my fingers feel comfortable with this knife. The missus is a much smaller person, and she can wield it with skill.
I like the ring style of finger placement a good deal better than the typical skinny-piece o' metal tang (for lack of a better term) that you see with most punch daggers or push daggers. Seems like it will resist lateral and vertical bending more effciently, however, I think that plenty of other factors would come in to play, such as type/grade of metal. Feels good in the hand and is visually appealing.
I've seen (an purchased) the exact same knife before, but with brown wooden scales on the handle and with a canted nylon button-over belt sheath instead of the kydex clip sheath on a lanyard. Unless you're an ogre like me, it doesn't work very well being carried around your neck. Could be tied to your pack, but isn't really mountable to any type of platform other than wearing via the lanyard.
Black coating is always a plus. Shiny bits are not always a good thing.
If this knife came with the older model's belt sheath, it would be a five star rating from me. The knife is well made and easy to use, but the kydex/playdoh neck sheath lost it a point.
Overall, a good buy. I recommend it.
- Great dagger! It fits comfortable and looks great! I love that its black and can be hidden very easily. Its now part of my edc.
- First of all this came in record time from sword demon. The mini-knife is exactly what it says it is. The release is just a little difficult to get out in a hurry due to the circle design- but with a little practice you can easily work around this. I love the all black design and the case. I would recomend this product.
- I GUESS IT IS A DECENT VALUE FOR THE $ BUT THE ERGOS ON THE KNIFE DONT WORK FOR ME. AWKWARD DEPLOYMENT OF THE BLADE FROM THE SHEATH AND ENGAGEMENT OF ACTIVITY WITH THE BLADE FEELS "WEIRD" (FOR LACK OF A BETTER WORD). ALSO ALITTLE LARGE TO BE CONCEALED AS A NECK KNIFE-LAST DITCH KNIFE. JUST MY 2 CENTS.
- i jux got this in the mail earlier today and uhh its very much wat i expected the deployment is fine and its got a nice feel too it especially since theres the hole for the finger
pros:pretty sharp,hardwood handle,the sheath is hard plastic of some sort i like it!!=)
cons:the texture on the blade gathers almost watevr you stab like wood,sheet rock but this
can all be washed off with a rag/sponge,and the lanyard is too long for me but this can be easily fixed
overall:great blade,nice price,and nice sheath!!
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Posted in Martial Arts (Friday, September 3, 2010)
By Ninja Gear.
The regular list price is $39.99.
Sells new for $19.99.
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2 comments about Strike Force Ninja Twin Sword Set.
- These swords are very good/practical starter swords. The shipping was fast and arrived at my front door withing 36 hours of me placing the order.
The Sheath
The sheath is pretty much completely useless and seems very much like an afterthought. It is made of very poor quality nylon and at the bottom of where the swords cross, ripped immediately. However, I had no intention of using the sheath it came with. For about $10.00 I made my own sheath with fabric/products purchased from Wal-Mart and Hobby Lobby. I strongly recommend doing this as well if you want to carry them in a sheath. Also, it is pretty much impossible to return the sword to the sheath it came with after you have drawn it. It takes about 2-3 minutes and gets caught a lot along the way down. You almost have to take off the sheath to put the sword back in it. The straps are also too long and the swords hang down the middle of your back making it hard to reach quickly. All of this can be taken care of with a better home made sheath. With a proper sheath, these swords are amazing.
-- Also, with a home made sheath, these swords can be very very concealable under a coat.
The Swords
The swords were delivered very dull. I had to purchase a sharpening kit, and after sharpening, these swords are amazingly sharp. The metal is very very high quality and remains sharp long after sharpening even with using it every day like I do. I use them to cut branches and bush in my path in the woods and they work phenomenal. It seems I use very little effort to cut branches a half an inch thick. They aren't very easy to sharpen however. It takes some work but is well worth it. These swords are the real deal. I don't know that I would purchase them just to have to show because it would not do them justice. These swords are to be used in the field. Whether self defense or for clearing brush. I have dropped them plenty of times on concrete and they remain in the same condition as they arrived. They are not scratch proof by any means but I have none so far.
The Grip
The grip is very comfortable but I wish the length of the handle was a bit longer as it's difficult to comfortably handle with two hands. The handle is wrapped tightly but I would suggest that you keep a bottle of super glue around because after a decent amount of use it will naturally start to unravel slightly.
Conclusion
Even with a poorly made sheath, these swords are a no-brainer for someone starting out training with swords, or an expert. Especially with the amazingly low price. I would strongly recommend that if you are looking for a pair of twin swords of good quality and a low price that you pick these up.
- First of all if you are looking for a sword to take into battle I do not recommend this. However it could be used in a pinch. These swords were delivered very dull so if you want to use it as a machete or an awesome sword I suggest taking it somewhere to be sharpened or do it yourself. I am twelve and was looking for a practical, awesome and fun sword and I found this. It turned out great. However unless you are planning to make a sheath do not get this. The sheath is as cheap as cheap can get and rips almost immediately. Perhaps making a sheath out of old fire hose would work. Also the product description says that the blade is 18" and the handle is 7 1/2" an overall length of 25 1/2". However when I measured it, it turned out to be that the blade was 19 5/8" and the handle 6 7/8" making the overall length 26 3/4". However it still is great. It is inexpensive but is not poor quality. It could cut branches an inch thick at the most. I still think it was worth buying. I hope this review was helpful.
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Posted in Martial Arts (Friday, September 3, 2010)
By Topicool.
The regular list price is $0.00.
Sells new for $55.99.
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5 comments about Handmade Practical Musashi Samurai Katana Sword Sharp.
- I love my sword! This is probably the best Full Tang (Battle Ready) Katana you can buy in this price range. I really like mine and it was delivered quickly. Musashi makes the best practical swords by far. Keep them coming! :)
- Just got my Musashi katana today. Another reviewer on Amazon said he thought the blade on his sword was excellent fot the money, but that the rest of the sword needed a lot of work. I agree. While the blade wasn't terribly sharp out of the box, a little work with my ceramic hones brought the edge up to my standards. Still not as sharp as a good pocket knife, but okay for a sword. The blade also held its edge decently when I started cutting. For the money, this is by far the best blade I have seen, and I just ordered another sword so I could have another one of these wonderful blades at a great price.
The handle needs some work, though. Actually, I think most of it just needs to be replaced. The synthetic ray-skin is a little off-putting, but the real problem is with its fit. After chopping through a few small green branches (about 1/2 inch diameter) out in the yard, and striking a chunk of cedar a few times, the handle is getting quite loose. This is a pretty abusive way to treat a sword and I don't recommend this treatment for yours, but I wanted to torture it a little and see how it held up. I should have used tatami mats, but didn't have any. The blade did great, but as I said it now pops back and forth within the handle. In combat, when striking hard surfaces or parrying, this handle could not be trusted. I will replace mine, although I'll probably re-use most of the hardware. I expect I'll then have the combat equivalent of a $150-$200 katana. The blade is that good, IMHO. No complaints about the sheath.
If you want a hall-hanger or a costume piece, this one will do nicely for the money. But, you could spend less and have a nicer-looking sword. There are a few cosmetic blemishes here and there. Also, as this is carbon steel, there is the distinct possibility of rust. I'd be happier with a stainless sword for costume use. Stainless swords are often lighter and easier to carry, anyway. This sword is perfect if you need a practical, functional sword on a budget and don't mind having to do some work on it. It is also perfect if you want a wall-hanger or costume sword that could be used to fight in a pinch.
To be completely fair, even though I don't think stainless should be used for sword blades, one of my SCA friends says he used his stainless katana to clear brush a few years ago and it held up great. Apparently, some of the stainless blades can also be used to fight in a pinch. So, take your pick.
- this is the first katana or "real sword" I have ever baught and the first I ever purchased online. it is beautiful, the heft is perfect and is a delight to the hands and eyes. delivery was very fast and I received it in only 4 days. I researched online before my purchase, and learned what I could about katanas and as I looked through amazon found this beauty at an amazing price as new. my only complaint is as I first extended it out in front of me I noticed the blade curve ever so slightly to the right. not a big problem for a novice such as myself but a defect never the less. all in all though I love it and I have no regrets about my purchase.
- The sword is one of the best deals I have found. If you are like me and want one to play with but don't want to go broke, this is your ticket. The box it came in was huge, and the film on the blade was there however did not hinder the awesome ness that is this sword. Absolute must have for anyone who is interested in a katana.
- The katana looks nice and is somewhat sharp, but I can't say much for its construction. The blade wobbles in the handle.
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Posted in Martial Arts (Friday, September 3, 2010)
By tabisonline.com.
The regular list price is $12.00.
Sells new for $8.95.
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No comments about Tabi Socks, Black 2 Pairs.
Posted in Martial Arts (Friday, September 3, 2010)
By 247swords.
Sells new for $29.90.
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1 comments about Harry Potter Godric Gryffindor Replica Sword.
- It looks OK hanging on a wall. The blade is warped. It looks like the blade was bent and then re-bent to straighten it out. The big red stones look like cherry cough drops.
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Posted in Martial Arts (Friday, September 3, 2010)
By General Edge.
The regular list price is $27.00.
Sells new for $20.99.
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1 comments about Twin Ninja Fighting Swords Black.
- if your a ninja and havnt giving these a try yet,then find them cheap and get them.cause there great ninja swords
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Set of 2 Foam Padded Training Swords Shinai Bokken New
Kenpachi Zaraki - 11th Division Captain Anime Replica Sword
Black Ninja Uniform
Black MMA Grappling Piranha Gear Board Shorts (Flex-Panel)
Tomahawk Knife Black Push Dagger
Strike Force Ninja Twin Sword Set
Handmade Practical Musashi Samurai Katana Sword Sharp
Tabi Socks, Black 2 Pairs
Harry Potter Godric Gryffindor Replica Sword
Twin Ninja Fighting Swords Black
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