My friend and I ordered swords at the same time. within 10 minutes of using them for the first time a big chunk broke off the end of the sword. After about a half hour three chunks had broken off. After that it was fine, but a tiny chip at the end is the only damage my friend's sword received. They are also heavy and take getting used to. Overall they are are pretty nice weapons.
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one of mine cracked in half after a month of light contact. They are nice and cheap, and have good aesthetics.
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I found these weapons to be very nice. I've worked around the traditional kumdo dual wielding, so I dual wield with two of these and I found them to be extra strong. I sparred a friend full contact with these. He was using a Bo staff and I found them to be perfect. The swing weight is realistic and length and durability of the bokken is extremely high. Although there were a few minor dents, probably because my friend was using a metal staff, I found them to my liking. I would recommend these to anyone, The price is unbeatable and worth every penny.
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I am very pleased with this product. I have ordered at least three of these bokkens. They are superb and I would recommend them to anyone. I prefer them immensely over the white oak bokkens.
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Now bare with me; not only do I use these to train, but to mess around. I love this product, good weight (could be lighter), awesome durability, and can take 1 heck of a beating. But if u go a little over bored you will leave dents and possible chips and splints into them so they are not to be fooled with. I personally would like a bokken with smaller handleand not so heavy. Overall a good bokken.
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Hey it maybe heavy but mine has yet to show any abuse. Just as good as the white oak with a bit more weight on it.
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I purchased this bokken and was not disappointed. The Bokken is heavy and very solid. Great value for the money. The look and feel is similar to much more expensive ones.
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Bought this as my first bokken and got four at once. They arrived faster then the email said it would, which is a plus. when I pulled them out, I thought they were a bit heavier than 2.25 lbs, but not too big a difference. I love these things, and bought some for my bro, which he loves too. Great item!
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I purchased several of these bokken, and I test-handled each one before distributing them. They tend to vary in weight and balance. As many reviewers have said, the tsubas (the guards) are a bit of a tight fit and thus difficult to put on, but other than that this is a good inexpensive bokken. I would highly recommend this to clubs, beginners, or even experienced practitioners who want a bokken they won't mind breaking.
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