{"product_id":"cold-steel-polypropylene-o-tanto","title":"Cold Steel Polypropylene O Tanto","description":"\u003cp\u003eFeaturing an intricately detailed imitation cord wrap grip, molded in high impact polypropylene, they offer superior grip and comfort as well as more realistic training potential for the modern Martial Artist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHundreds of years ago, the Japanese discovered a simple truth; that to become a good swordsman you’ll have to practice, a great deal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo become a great swordsman you’ll have to practice with a \"live blade\". And during the period between \"good\" and \"great\", you should spend your time building your skills and confidence enough to wield a razor sharp Katana safely and effectively\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo accomplish this, the Japanese relied on a simple wooden sword called a \"bokken\" for much of their training. It was made from the super tough wood of the Japanese White Oak, a wood they called Kashi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe swords produced from this wood had the advantage of replicating the size, weight and feel of a steel sword, without the risk of serious injury. Authentic Kashi wood Bokkens are still used today, but are becoming quite costly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey also have the disadvantages, being made of wood, that they may rot, crack split or splinter. Cold Steel’s solution to these dilemmas was to design a synthetic substitute, low in price and impervious to the elements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cold Steel O Tanto Bokken is made of the heaviest grade polypropylene available and closely duplicate a real Katana or Wakazashi in length, size, weight and feel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile they’re not quite as rigid as wood, they have the advantages of being virtually unbreakable and remarkably stiff and cut resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade of heaviest grade polypropylene available and closely duplicates a real sword in length, size, weight and feel, without the risk of injury whilst training.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12\" blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolypropylene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolypropylene Handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight 259g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isselectedend\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAGE RESTRICTION \u0026amp; SAFETY NOTICE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isselectedend\"\u003eThis product is intended for martial arts training, demonstration or display purposes only and may only be purchased by persons aged 18 years or over\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isselectedend\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePayPal cannot be used to purchase this item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways inspect equipment before use. Misuse may result in serious injury. Users accept all risks associated with the use of this product\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cornerstone Combat UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53316248404305,"sku":"COLDSTANTO","price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/8574\/6257\/files\/92bkka_1.jpg?v=1773752167","url":"https:\/\/cornerstonecombat.co.uk\/products\/cold-steel-polypropylene-o-tanto","provider":"Cornerstone Combat","version":"1.0","type":"link"}