The most authentic style of nunchakus are the octagon shapped hardwoods. These hardwoods are of equal length and are connected with a cord, a modern day replacement for horse hair or silk.They make for a great practice weapon and are highly recommended for students who are just starting out. Note: Due to state laws, we are not allowed to sell this item to the following states: CA, MA and NY.
HISTORY
In 1478, King Sho Shin declared it illegal for private citizens to posses weapons. Because of this decree, many people began trained with every day items. The nunchuku was originally a farming instrument that was used to flail rice and crush beans. This simple tool was soon realized to be a devastating weapon. When swung at speed, the nunchuku could deliver hundreds of pounds of striking force and was also very effective in deflecting and opponents attack. |
