"The exercising of weapons putteth away aches, griefs, and diseases, it increaseth strength and sharpeneth the wits, it giveth a perfect judgment, it expelleth melancholy, choleric, and evil conceits, it keepeth a man in breath, in perfect healthe, and long life." – George Silver (1599)

December 21 2009

Shinai Longsword Hilts

I think this is an interesting product, used to modify katana-modeled shinai into something more like a longsword.
They are made by Ardenwood Forge.
shinai western longsword hilts
That being said, at Mu Ryu, we’ve made basket hilts for shinai out of the hard plastic used for “pickle barrels”. The barrels are cut with a dremel tool or shears. They offer excellent hand protection, with low weight, while the plastic can be trimmed to adjust balance. And they costs virtually nothing to make.
shinai guard mu ryu plastic

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