{"product_id":"flamed-purpleheart-hanbo-staff-36-42-length-15-16-thickness-thin-width","title":"Flamed Purpleheart Hanbo Staff 36\"-42\" length 15\/16\" thickness. Thin Width. Heavy Wood","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for Purpleheart Wooden Hanbo Staffs. The Hanbo Staff or half-staff is a traditional Okinawan wooden training tool used in Kobudo style martial arts. These particular staffs are 36 to 42 inches in length. These staffs have a constant diameter of 15\/16\" throughout its length. 1\" Is the standard thickness for a martial arts hanbo staff. These staffs are perfect for someone with smaller hands or who wants more speed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe materials consist of heavy flamed purpleheart wood which is one of the most beautiful exotic woods. Its hardness is comparable to hickory and has a beautiful natural dark purple color, with a Flamed pattern in them. These staffs are made of solid exotic hardwood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to their thinness, and the flamed pattern, these staffs are not selected for or recommended for any contact use whatsoever. Please see our listings for 1\" or wider. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is finished with several coats of Linseed and Beeswax oil, which causes the purpleheart to have a rich dark purple color. The oil gives it a permanent shine while allowing the users hands to slip effortlessly up and down the staff, which is required for proper technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pictures shown, show Purpleheart in both their oiled and unoiled form. These pictures are generic in nature. Flamed patterns can vary by quite a bit so your staff will be completely unique. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor current shipping and costs please click our shipping information page \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.scrapwoodmartialarts.com\/pages\/shipping-information-and-costs\" title=\"Shipping information and cost\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThanks!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-Adam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*If you have any questions or would like to request a custom order, please send all correspondence to scrapwoodmartialarts@gmail.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDISCLAIMER: The user assumes and accepts any and all risks and responsibilities in handling any purchased staffs. To maximize safety please adhere to each of the following rules. \u003cbr\u003e-ALWAYS inspect each staff carefully, before and after each use. \u003cbr\u003e-ALWAYS use proper safety equipment and precautions when handling any staff with regards to yourself and others. \u003cbr\u003e-ALWAYS administer proper care and diligence in storing and maintaining your staff.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scrapwood Martial Arts, LLC","offers":[{"title":"36\"","offer_id":43627494604913,"sku":"36-1516-Ph-R-Fl","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"42\"","offer_id":43627494637681,"sku":"42-1516-Ph-R-Fl","price":117.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0012\/9004\/3505\/files\/Jo-Staff-flamed-purpleheart-rare_f6cbdec9-2dfb-4dcd-9dac-1b5d234b352d.jpg?v=1783627704","url":"https:\/\/www.scrapwoodmartialarts.com\/products\/flamed-purpleheart-hanbo-staff-36-42-length-15-16-thickness-thin-width","provider":"Scrapwood Martial Arts, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}