Any suntetsu users?

[KnifeHand]

I've recently started training with suntetsu. It seems to be a pretty obscure weapon, which is surprising when you consider its effectiveness. Anybody out there acquainted with this little powerhouse of a weapon?

[harleyt26]

can you describe your weapon for me,we practice one called a sansetsu kun(three sectional staff)although it is not in the syllabus for our kobudo style.We do okinawan kobudo but a chinese student gave my sensei one of these weapons and taught him a form for it.

[harleyt26]

I just red your post in the favorite weapon thread,it sounds very similar to what we call a Techu or tekko.It may have originated from the pin used to hold the hair up.

[KnifeHand]

Yes, the weapon is a 6'' skinny metal rod with a ring attached to it that rotates, so you can hold the weapon with several grips. I have also heard it called the two names you suggested. I think it is a great self-defense tool, especially for women and smaller males. Anyone else ever use one?