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[5-50% off] *NEW* Ultimate Smoked Shinai 'KENSEI SILVER'

[5-50% off] *NEW* Ultimate Smoked Shinai 'KENSEI SILVER'

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Men's and ladies' size 39 usually ship in 1 to 2 business days. Junior sizes (32 to 38) usually ship in 7 to 10 business days.

The KENSEI Silver Smoked Shinai is the smoked version of the standard KENSEI. It keeps the same standard profile, standard round grip, and neutral, all-round balance, and adds the distinctive appearance of a smoked Shinai.

Within the KENSEI Standard range, each model is identified by the colour of its 剣星 mark, and this model carries the mark in silver, 銀.

KENSEI Silver Smoked Shinai with a standard, balanced profile and 25mm standard grip

Everyday Handling, Smoked Finish

Underneath the smoked finish, KENSEI Silver handles like the standard KENSEI: neutral, predictable, and equally at home in Kirikaeshi, Kihon, Waza practice, and Ji-Geiko.

The smoked finish gives it a distinctive appearance, for Kendoka who want their everyday Shinai to look a little different.

Single Smoked All-Purpose Shinai

This product includes 1 x KENSEI Silver Smoked Shinai, supplied fully assembled and ready to use.

Key Features

  • Smoked finish
    A distinctive smoked appearance that sets it apart from a standard Shinai.
  • Treated for durability
    The bamboo is treated to make it more durable through regular Keiko.
  • Neutral all-round balance
    A standard all-round profile for predictable, versatile handling in every part of regular Keiko.
  • Standard round grip
    A familiar round Tsuka that suits most hands and supports a correct, relaxed grip. Approximately 25mm on size 39, measured on the bamboo without the Tsuka.
  • Ready to use
    Supplied fully assembled, so it can go straight into Keiko.
  • Made to federation standards
    Made according to the All Japan Kendo Federation and International Kendo Federation standards.
  • Sizes for adults and juniors
    Available in men's and ladies' size 39, and in junior sizes from 32 to 38.
  • Part of the KENSEI Standard range
    Each KENSEI model is identified by the colour of its 剣星 mark; this one carries it in silver.

A Versatile Everyday Shinai

The same neutral handling as the standard KENSEI, suited to every part of regular training.

A Distinctive Look

For Kendoka who want their Shinai to stand out in the Dojo.

Size and Specification Guide

All our Shinai are made according to the All Japan Kendo Federation and International Kendo Federation standards. The weights below are the minimum and the lengths the maximum set out in the All Japan Kendo Federation guidelines for each size.

Bamboo contains natural oil that dries out over time. To help your Shinai keep its proper weight, please oil it regularly.

Size Suitable For Guideline Weight Guideline Max. Length
39 Men's Men, university age and adult 510g+ 120cm
39 Ladies' Women, university age and adult 440g+ 120cm
38 High school, approx. age 15 to 18 480g+ 117cm
37 Junior high school, approx. age 12 to 15 440g+ 114cm
36 Approx. age 10 to 12 340g+ 110cm
34 Approx. age 8 to 10 300g+ 103cm
32 Approx. age 7 to 9 260g+ 97cm

Who Is KENSEI Silver For?

KENSEI Silver is for Kendoka who want a dependable all-round Shinai for regular training, with a smoked finish that sets it apart. Like the standard KENSEI, it suits beginners, juniors, and experienced Kendoka alike.

It is the successor to our RANBU Shinai, and the best pick if you appreciate RANBU.

Please note: Shinai are made from natural bamboo, so slight variations in colour, grain, weight, and finish are normal. The product received may vary slightly from the product images. Please inspect your Shinai regularly and maintain it correctly before and after practice.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 18 reviews.

Customer photo review of *SPECIAL OFFER* - Original Smoked ALL-PURPOSE Shinai 'RANBU' - Set of *3*

This color looks incredibly cool. Also the sinai is very durable - I've knocked many splinters out of my opponent's sinai in 3 months, with mine looking as good as new. Also I would like to mention the excellent balance. I am very happy with the purchase, as well as quick and detailed consultation and fast shipping.

*SPECIAL OFFER* - Original Smoked ALL-PURPOSE Shinai 'RANBU' - Set of *3*