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Last Review Posted by ninjaqutie - posted: 10:32am

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My dojo has a lot of weapons from California S&P on our weapons rack. Several months ago, as I prepared to attend my first weekend weapons seminar, my sensei told me that he thought this particular bokken would be a good fit for me. It turns out he was right and I have grown particularly fond of it. Sensei was about to place an order and I decided it was time to purchase my own bokken after two years of training. The timing worked out wonderfully because the owner of the bokken I was using (his son) is taking it with him back to college. This bokken is imported from Japan and is made of white oak. It is approximately 40” in length and is a bit on the lighter side for a bokken. If you prefer to use a heavier bokken, this may not be for you. Despite the lighter weight, this bokken can hold its own against a heavier weighted bokken during partner exercises and forms. If you want a tsuba on this particular bokken, you will have to buy a tsuba and two rubber stoppers. The tsuka is no thicker then the blade, so the tsuba does not butt up against the wider tsuka, hence needing two stoppers instead of one. The price of the bokken (as of 12/23/10) is a little over $60. In my opinion, it is a nice midrange bokken and is great for beginners or advanced students alike. People in my dojo seem to be pleased with the weapons (bokken & jo) they have purchased from this retailer and often purchase from them again when they want a new weapon. Rating: 10

Product Details: "Yagyushinkageryu White Oak Bokken" by ninjaqutie - posted: - Rating: 10.00

Last Review Posted by finn76 - posted: 11:02am

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I bought a hand made bokken from Kingfisher several years ago and was hugely disappointed. The website and reputation all point to superb quality and practical weapons. Unfortunately the bokken was far too light and thus very poorly balanced. The grain is parallel yet not tight giving the bokken a very porous feel. Kingfisher was a huge disappointment and I recommend you stay clear. Rating: 3

Product Details: "Handcut Aikiken" by jducusin - posted: - Rating: 6.50

Last Review Posted by finn76 - posted: 10:51am

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This is the first time I have used ninecircles and was pleasantly surprised. This is the first time I have come across such quality in the UK. The Bokken are very well balanced. The grain is tight and parallel. Finally at approx £20 per bokken you are geeting a very good deal. I have paid five times this for very poor bokkens. If you are in the UK they are a must. Rating: 10

Product Details: "Bokken" by ian - posted: - Rating: 9.50

Last Review Posted by jac - posted: 12:04pm

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This book describes the randori practice system from basics up to application. There are a lot of photographs with close-ups where necessary to highlight points. The descriptions of techniques are very detailed. Although the scope of the book is the development of randori skills, these skills are also essential for kata practice. The book emphasises the correct attitude towards aikido and the competitive side which is often misunderstood. The book covers almost all of the content for the Japan Aikido Association kyu syllabus and part of low dan grade syllabus. I would recommend this book, I think that everyone would find it informative. Rating: 10

Product Details: "Aikido Randori" by jac - posted: - Rating: 10.00

Last Review Posted by bujinro - posted: 8:24am

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I am not a student of Izumi sensei. I consider that most of the products in the market are trying to present techniques, considering part of the basics already covered. There are a lot of ways to learn or to teach the first steps and I discovered new approaches. I guess the modern way of teaching should also include explanations as "hangman's corner" or others, based on daily life experience. I am looking forward to seeing all the other products mantioned in this collection! I need them! Rating: 10

Product Details: "The Physical Principles of Aikido - volume 1 - Kamae" by Rocky Izumi - posted: - Rating: 9.50

Last Review Posted by Nine Circles USA - posted: 2:44pm

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Bu Jin Design although totally awesome are no longer available. The owner has decided to retire. If you are still looking for great hakama, you can try Nine Circles UK and Nine Circles USA depending on where you live.

Product Details: "Twill Hakama, Traditional Koshita" by John Boswell - posted: - Rating: 9.33

Last Review Posted by Nine Circles USA - posted: 2:39pm

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North American's can now benefit from the high quality Nine Circles products. Nine Circles has opened a branch in the US. Please have a look at www.ninecirclesusa.com Rating: 10

Product Details: "Bokken" by ian - posted: - Rating: 9.50

Last Review Posted by Nine Circles USA - posted: 11:59am

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You will be able to get excellent Aikido gi in the States from Nine Circles USA. They are the franchise of the well know Nine Circles UK.

Product Details: "Nine Circles AG-3 Deluxe Aikido Gi" by JRY - posted: - Rating: 9.00

Last Review Posted by sakumeikan - posted: 8:41am

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This iis the last volume in a set of 5 written by Saito Sensei.It contains material related to advanced principles .For the benefit of any would be purchaser it would be wise to purchase the earlier vols. No serious aikidoka should be without these 5 vols.The content is priceless. Saito Sensei has given the aikido fraternity a wonderful treasure. Rating: 10

Product Details: "Traditional Aikido, Volume 5" by akiy - posted: - Rating: 10.00

Last Review Posted by sakumeikan - posted: 5:47pm

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This book is a potted version of the 5 volumes of Saito Sensei Aikido books.As it is a compilation obviously thee are limitations, neverthe less for a basic book the content , layout , technical description is what you would expect from a great Aikidoka. It is also cost effective.An ideal book for everyone.

Product Details: "Aikido: Its Heart and Appearance" by akiy - posted: - Rating:

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