Kendo Armor Com Structure Bamboo Sword Practice Type 2.8 Shaku - 3.9

Kizutake has a fine and dense fiber, making it hard and durable. It is the most common type of shinai used by many practitioners. [Points] - Does not have SSP mark. - This is our original shinai. [Shinai specialized for practice] Shinai inevitably wear out. They experience significant wear during daily practice and need to be replaced regularly. We released this to contribute to those who are putting effort into kendo. [Our perspective on shinai] We do not handle many types of shinai. We high-quality products at reasonable prices for easier purchasing. We do not with extremely cheap shinai that do not ensure safety. [Note] This does not include tsuba or tsuba stop. If you are looking for tsuba or tsuba stop, please search here. [Previous inquiries] Q. Can this product be used in matches? A. It cannot be used in official matches if an SSP seal is required. Q. Why is the regular shinai priced at 2,380 yen (excluding tax) while this one is 1,300 yen (excluding tax)? A. The quality of the bamboo is almost the same, but there are more stains and scratches compared to the regular shinai, and the shape of the handle leather differs, which affects the price. [What is the difference from Fudoshin shinai?] One major difference from Fudoshin shinai is whether it has an SSP seal. Without the SSP seal, it may not be usable in matches, but there are no issues with usage otherwise. There are no significant differences, but if anything, the quality of the shinai and its components is slightly inferior to Fudoshin. [Are scratches on the bamboo surface considered defects?] When the product arrives and you try to use the shinai, you might see stains or scratches on the surface and worry, "Is this a defective product?" If the scratches are natural marks caused by rubbing against neighboring bamboo, there is no problem. In fact, bamboo with such natural marks is often sturdier. Bamboo that has grown under external stress becomes stronger. There have been many cases of incorrect size selection. Please double-check to ensure there are no mistakes in your size selection. After placing your order, you will receive a confirmation email, so please check it.