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

Description

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: Robinia wood (White Acacia)
Weight: ~ 450-500 g
Janka Hardness: 1,630 lbf (7,260 N)
Robinia wood (White Acacia) has high strength characteristics, wear resistance significantly exceeding that of oak and ash. The color of the tree is yellow or olive green, the fibers are straight and sharply noticeable. Acacia shows all its advantages as much as possible, because it can serve for many years, withstanding high loads, without being erased and without losing the original attractiveness of the texture.
* Weapon Stand/Holder is not included.