Hi, Can anyone please identify this item? -- myArmoury.com

Bruce Edelman

Hi,

I am trying to identify this item. I would greatly appreciate any assistance.

It measures 19 1/2 inches in total length and weighs just over 1 1/2 lbs.

Thank you,

Bruce
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Tom Wegener · Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 3:08 am Post subject:

Well Bruce , that is called a " sia " . It is used the asian martial arts. Its main purpose was to parry sword strokes .

Bruce Edelman · Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 4:47 am Post subject: Thank you, Tom.

Tom Wegener · Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 5:00 am Post subject:

Sorry Buce , I wouldn't even hazard a guess at the age of it .

Jason Dingledine · Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 8:14 am Post subject:

Hey Bruce,

What you've got is a fairly modern commercially made sai that can be purchased from just about any martial arts supply for anywhere from $20-40.

I have the same set from when I was a teenager and still practicing regularly. It looks like the previous owner took the leather off the grip, and started taking the teflon coating off as well (the black stuff). I did the same thing, as the teflon chips off rather quickly once you start using them.

Hope this helps,

Bruce Edelman · Posted: Fri 09 Jul, 2004 2:06 pm Post subject:

Hi Jason,

Thank you very much for the information.

Bruce