While the proportions of this kenjutsu bokken, with 12" tsuka (handle) and 33" blade may seem unusual, it's used in several specialized kenjutsu schools. Made of extremely tough enhanced Appalachian hickory and despite two character mark defects, would be an excellent working weapon for those requiring a bokken of these dimensions. Super smooth finish, ultra dense, medium to slender proportions, the side to side straightness is excellent but as you can see, the curvature is a bit straight in the blade section. Still, it's got a great feel and the wood integrity is top notch. I'd say this weapon's beauty might be in the eye of the beholder but then again, whatever drawbacks it has might only be noticeable to one looking carefully. 40% off the regular price.
Tsuka 12"
Overall 45"
Weight 24.6 oz
Stand not included
Hi Brad I received the bokken and OH MY GOD, it is beautiful I almost don't want to use it, it looks so good. The jo and tanto are awesome too. One question on the bamboo tsuba, when I try to fit it, it got to 3/4 of the length of where it's supposed to be at the beginning of the tsuka. I didn't want to jam it in there forcefully, so is there a proper technique to install the tsuba? I'm assuming that I put an o-ring on each side of the tsuba. Makers response-Thanks so much! Tsuba are custom fit to individual bokken. They are intended to be a little snug at first however, they will seat into the transition ramp after a bit of use.
Hello, I'm mailing you to let you know i received the 42" aikiken i ordered near the beginning of the month. it is of the best quality i've ever seen. awesome, awesome sword, thank you! the grain on the chisel top is wild, changing color from light to dark with movement and the patterns within the wood make me feel like i'm handling a much more expensive piece of art. i hope to take care of it well enough to hand it down to my children! i can't wait to order another one of your wooden weapons. hopefully soon! - Andrew