Tanbo - 1.5 ~ 2 Shaku Made in Japan (Kyushu region)Available Woods: Red Oad & White OakLength: 1.5 to 2 Shaku (45.5 cm to 60.6 cm) Diameter: 24 mm, 27 mm.Shape: RoundFinish: Oil Polishing Although there is no martial art that specializes in techniques with the Tanbo, it is used in various Koryu under the term 'Tanbo-Jutsu'. The Tanbo is usually between 1.5 Shaku (45.5 cm) and 2 Shaku (60.6 cm) and is perfectly round. We, therefore, offer this product on a custom-made basis in 4 different lengths and 2 different diameters. The Tanbo is mainly used in arts that contain a self-defense curriculum, for techniques to block edged weapons, to strike, to lock joints and for various other 'Jujutsu-like' techniques.The Tanbo is also a suitable weapon for realistic self-defense practice against Men and Yokomen strikes. Choice of wood species: red oak, white oak Diameter: 24 mm (8bu), 27 mm (9bu). Shape: Round Shape Available Finish: Camellia Oil Polish. Manufacturing Workshop: Aramaki. Tanbo - Weights for 1.5 shaku Wood Akagashi/Ichiikashi (Red Oak) Shirakashi (White Oak) 8 bu = 24 mm ~180 g ~230 g 9 bu = 27 mm ~200 g ~260 g *Weapons are all handmade and therefore, color and weight vary.