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Post by Deleted on Jun 11, 2012 23:02:27 GMT
For my martial arts class i am looking for an Unsharpened Iaito Training Katana Sword
Any recommendations on the best choice based on these criterions:
1- safety . a manufacturer that has shown consistent quality in the product details. After reading this site i am weary of blades that have quality issues and go flying . A second inspection by the seller is even better but does not replace the idea of getting it right from the getgo 2 this is not for cutting, but rare accidents do happen like hitting the wall or ceiling . Preferred is a metal that does not shatter into flying pieces 3- best value for the money. more expensive than the absolute lowest ebay, but will last for many training sessions 4- if possible , low maintenance
when surveyed the market i found Bushido Musashi $50 Chenness Delux 1045 Carbon Steel Iaito $190
any recommendations on those or others ?
thanks
hgi586
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Post by Deleted on Jun 11, 2012 23:57:42 GMT
Sino you can make your own blade or choose from a list. www.sinosword.com/For an iaito you would want to go with the Aluminum and a mirror polish. Mine was about $100.
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Post by Derzis on Jun 12, 2012 3:36:07 GMT
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Post by George on Jun 12, 2012 11:04:47 GMT
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Post by yamakage on Jun 12, 2012 12:04:41 GMT
For an iaito, one of the main considerations is really the quality of the tsuka since that is primarily what is going to get worn during normal training. Steel iaito are nice since they have the same basic weight and balance of shinken, but a majority of iaito are made of a zinc/aluminum alloy which makes them quite durable. Ultimately, if the ito is wrapped poorly, the fittings loose, or the tsuka misshapen (all of which I've seen before for <$200 shinken and iaito), then it may compromise your training and put you in the position of having to buy a new iaito within a few years of your original purchase. That might be an acceptable risk, and of course there are some descent ~$200 iaito that are perfectly suited for a beginner student. So if cost is a major issue, then I'd consider one of the larger manufacturers such as Paul Chen. If you can afford it, in addition to Yamato, I highly recommend looking at some of the iaito available through Tozando as well. They are a highly reputable company in Japan that offers free shipping. Many of their entry level iaito are currently on sale as well (~$300-400). I know many iaidoka who choose Tozando for their iaito, so it is a safe bet in terms of quality and durability.
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Post by Krasus23 on Jun 12, 2012 16:12:10 GMT
Omototashito is selling a really nice iaito from Tozando. I'd pm him. Good luck
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Post by omototashito on Jun 14, 2012 1:01:35 GMT
Like I said, ask your sensei first. But Its here waiting for you if you want it Omoto.
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