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Tabaks

Tabaks are palm sticks. In Japanese or Okinawan arts they are called yawara sticks. I make several variations.

These are machined with grooves and knurling from 1inch diameter Panther II material and are 6 inches in length (or slightly over).

These are $12 each.

I can also do these in thinner 7/8” also using Panther II material.

For those looking for a budget item, or to supply in quantity for a school or seminar, I can also do plain tabaks (no grooves or knurling) for $4 each in any of my 1” synthetic materials, or $3.50 using 7/8” diameter.

REBAR Tabaks!

Many years ago I had a student who worked in construction, and he would make these really cool rebar key chains for everyone out of rebar. Recently I upgraded to a stronger and more accurate drill press and began making these myself. These are thinner and heavier than the standard plastic kubotans, presenting a solid feel in the grip.

Average length – 5-1/2 inches.

Average weight – 4.7 ounces (132 grams - 24 grams/inch!)

Polishing smoothes out the ridges so they comfortably fit the hand, and if you carry and handle them regularly, the oil from you hand will most likely keep them rust-free. Here two are linked together with key rings like a mini-chuck.

Three linked by a center ring can be used to simulate balisong practice, throw like a bolo or feel like a fat-handled mini-chuck.

· Laws vary widely concerning possession or carry of pocket sticks, tabaks, yawaras, etc.

· The same applies to nunchaku or similar weighted objects.

Users are responsible for knowing and complying with local laws. Be smart!