Eku wooden paddle 170 cm (67") - European Ash

Eku – traditional Okinawan kobudo weapon. Eku is a wooden boat. The length of the ecu is about 170 cm. The outer edges of the flat blade are narrowed and slightly sharpened, the end of the oar is also pointed at an angle. Kobudo masters applied chopping and stabbing blows with an oar blade, and working with a handle resembled working with a pole.

Total length: 170 cm (67")
Handle length: 100 cm (39.3")
Handle diameter: 3.2 cm (1.26")
Blade length: 70 cm (27.5")
Blade Width: 7 cm (2.8")
Material: ash

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.

Shipping Information

Due to size limitations of international shipping services (maximum parcel length of 150 cm), this product can only be shipped to selected countries. Currently, delivery is available to the United States and the United Kingdom.

Our Craftsmanship

Each piece is handcrafted from carefully selected hardwoods — European Hornbeam, Robinia and Ash — chosen for their exceptional density, resilience, and authentic feel under real training conditions. Our artisans shape every weapon by hand, ensuring proper balance and weight distribution that serious practitioners demand. Each piece is finished with protective oil, ensuring lasting quality. Behind every Bokuto product is a team that trains in martial arts themselves — so we build what we trust in our own hands.