Yagyu Shinkage Ryu Bokken 101.5 cm (40") for aikido, kenjutsu- European Ash

Bokken of one of the most famous kenjutsu fencing school in Japan - Yagyu Shinkage Ryu. Speed and mobility were one of the main indicators of the sword techniques at the Yagyu Shinkage Ryu school. The bokken is light and thin with a slight deflection and slightly increased handle length, well suited for beginners or for high-speed strike training. Bokken is processed with natural oil, which protects it from moisture and dirt.

Full Length: 101.5 cm (40")
Blade length: 73.5 cm (29")
Tsuka length: 28 cm (11")
Tsuka diameter 34х24 cm (13"x9.5")
Material: Ash
Weight: ~ 500-550 g

European Ash has fairly good strength properties for its weight, and is also shock resistant. Its tensile strength and fold strength exceeds the strength of white oak wood. It is elastic, wear-resistant and more viscous.

* Weapon Stand/Holder is not included.

** The brown bokken is treated with a special multilayer brown impregnation and oil.