Sai - Types
Sai - Types

01 Jan 2016 21:03

Sai - Types

When getting a sai there are there are typically a couple variations.

  • The Monouchi can be round or octagonal and vary in length which will affect the weight of the weapon
  • The tip of the Monouchi can be rounded or a conical point
  • The metal can be a chrome like or black finish
  • One of the Yoku can be reversed (A Manji design sai)
  • The handle can be wrapped in leather or rayskin
  • The Tsukagashira can be rounded or squared
  • There are even rubber sai for training practicing / sparring purposes (easily found on amazon)

For more on the Sai please refer back to the Sai techniques page.

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