Few Weapons questions

[The Kyokushin punisher]

Dunno if this was another topic posted herebut here it goes...

To make yur own Kali sticks would dowling that u use to hang clothes in yur closet be any good and what would the measurements be?

Nunchucks- i heard american sizes are 14 inchs and Japenese are 10 is this correct? how does one thread or use chain to make em?

Also is there a guide to make yur own traditnal weapons?

is there a manual or dvd that shows u the basics?

I just want to dabble and practice it a bit but be as cost effective as possible.

OSU!

[username8517]

To make yur own Kali sticks would dowling that u use to hang clothes in yur closet be any good and what would the measurements be?

Yes you can use dowling rods if you're looking for something to just practice with. As far as measurements go, the average width is approximately 3/4 inch diameter and the length is on average 26-28 inches. Although I have seen a pair as short as 22 inches.

Nunchucks- i heard american sizes are 14 inchs and Japenese are 10 is this correct? how does one thread or use chain to make em?

While I don't know about japanese sized nunchucks, here in America you can usually get them at your choice of either 12 or 14 inches long. As far as making them yourself, I have no idea.

[obiwansbane]

lemme check out my chucks one sec...

ok mine is a steel rod with foam on it for the striking area... it has a bearing in it connected to the rod with two pins and then has chain with an odd number of links connecting it to the second rod which is the same...

the bearing part is a bit advanced but it does help for spinning it

[The Kyokushin punisher]

ok Cool

I got some rods from work does anyone think i should stain em? will it be better if i stain em or varnish?

As well for the Chucks i was thinking of useing some O hooks and some chain would that be good? and how many links does the chain have?

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above in picture (sorta) a O hook with a threaded end screwing in to the end of the chuck.

Please any insight would be greatly appreicated...also there is a ninja book on how to make some weapons anyone know the title?

[bushido_man96]

If you want to make chucks, I think you would be happier if you could use a bearing or a swivel hook, so the rotations are smoother.

[obiwansbane]

my chucks have 7 links... the total length of the chain is.. 13 cm.. with each rod being approx. 30 cm

hope this helps.. and yes a bearing makes for a much more enjoyble experience but if u really want to ure way will work too

[Neo Dragon]

Just my two cents; but Ive heard that the length of Nunchacku should be about the same length as the palm of your hand.

[IRKguy]

I would not recommend that you use dowels for a weapon. They are usually made of white pine, so they break easily. All of the stickfighting arts have a lot of contact. If you can get hickory dowels, then go to and make sure you sand and oil it first--coarse sandpaper and lindseed oil. Splinters hurt. Look up the properties of the wood you are using. It makes a difference. I've seen people try to spar with pine sticks. It's embarassing and painful when they break. You can get measurements from any MA supply website.

Japanese people tend to have shorter arms, generally. Your chucks should probably be about 13.5 inches per piece (your system might be different--check with your sensei). This changes if you are unusually tall or short. It's a ratio to the length of your forearm. However, the size of your chucks are not as important as the size or your sai or tonfa, since you don't block with it the same way. It seems to be the only weapon Shureido does not offer many sizing options for. It doesn't matter too much. As for the chain, it's not necessary. Go with rope. It is faster, and speed is the essence of this weapon. The length of the rope depends on whether you plan on using it for striking or grappling more. Compare weaponsconnection to ShureidoUSA. It varies.

Learning the basics is a matter of getting used to what the weapon can do. That's how the martial arts were made, by people screwing around with a weapon and fighting with it until something clicked. If you want to really learn the weapon, you will need a traditional Karate school that can teach you kobudo. If you want to be cost effective, just buy a pair of Escrima and chucks through anyone online. Set up a wooden fighting dummy and see what works. However, it will not be as effective as having a real teacher. There are lots of DVDs out there, but they are usually pretty worthless.

If you're trying to teach yourself chucks, just try to not hit yourself too many times. Those things bounce on contact unless you strike through.

Dunno if this was another topic posted herebut here it goes...

To make yur own Kali sticks would dowling that u use to hang clothes in yur closet be any good and what would the measurements be?

Nunchucks- i heard american sizes are 14 inchs and Japenese are 10 is this correct? how does one thread or use chain to make em?

Also is there a guide to make yur own traditnal weapons?

is there a manual or dvd that shows u the basics?

I just want to dabble and practice it a bit but be as cost effective as possible.

OSU!

[Enter the Spaz]

To make yur own Kali sticks would dowling that u use to hang clothes in yur closet be any good and what would the measurements be?

I wouldn't use hard woods for practice Kali sticks. If you strike things or practice with a partner, hard woods tend to crack, splinter and break. I would use rattan, but rattan sticks are expensive and they do eventually break only not as fast as hard wood does. A better alternative for training with a partner (CHEAP!) might be PVC pipe, 1" diameter. A little light, but very durable. Kali sticks are typically 28" in length.

Also is there a guide to make yur own traditnal weapons?

is there a manual or dvd that shows u the basics?

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Good luck