So, it glows red? How bright and saturated is the color? Also is it durable enough for hardcore practice of the classic seven forms and sparing?
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The color and green color saturation was very good in both the light sabers we bought. We enjoyed many evenings of watching the aggressive sparring and practice in which both boys engaged (aged 13 and 11) as they learned 'the moves'. The sabers were sufficiently durable to stand up to their action and never broke.
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Yes they glow red, good brightness, but not as brilliant as the next best model up the line. The handles are made of plastic. As for hardcore practice - I would not recommend such. I've used them when practicing sword forms: however, with sparring, you have to use a lot of control to limit the force of a strike otherwise they will shatter.
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The only way I could answer your question is that the Sunpak is a good flash. I have used it as a fill flash a lot for nature photography, used it in a cave in total darkness, used it at weddings with excellent results. As for its longevity, that I can't answer but it is sturdy enough to be banged around because I will be taking it overseas for a month but it has been banged around a lot already, so it is sturdy. For the price, it is worth buying but that is my opinion only. My photography buddy also has one, and he uses it every weekend.
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The Buckler is durable enough, for sure if you are using it with other polypropelyne or wood training/practice weapons. I got it for my boys, along with the Cold Steel hand axe and the Gladius, and the buckler has taken a beating, and is still holding up strong. That being said, and durability aside, it comes just as pictured. It is all black. So if you were thinking to try and give it an old iron look, something more medieval; good luck.Also, (and to repeat) only use other polypropelyne or wood weapons with this. It is NOT made for use with metal weapons. An iron or steel weapon (sword, dagger, axe, etc.) will hack this to pieces.Hope that answers the question. The Buckler is durable enough, for sure if you are using it with other polypropelyne or wood training/practice weapons. I got it for my boys, along with the Cold Steel hand axe and the Gladius, and the buckler has taken a beating, and is still holding up strong. That being said, and durability aside, it comes just as pictured. It is all black. So if you were thinking to try and give it an old iron look, something more medieval; good luck.Also, (and to repeat) only use other polypropelyne or wood weapons with this. It is NOT made for use with metal weapons. An iron or steel... » Read More The Buckler is durable enough, for sure if you are using it with other polypropelyne or wood training/practice weapons. I got it for my boys, along with the Cold Steel hand axe and the Gladius, and the buckler has taken a beating, and is still holding up strong. That being said, and durability aside, it comes just as pictured. It is all black. So if you were thinking to try and give it an old iron look, something more medieval; good luck.Also, (and to repeat) only use other polypropelyne or wood weapons with this. It is NOT made for use with metal weapons. An iron or steel weapon (sword, dagger, axe, etc.) will hack this to pieces.Hope that answers the question. « Show Less
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It has a red dot show were you hit. I purchased it to practice for IDPA matches.
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Red, and not very powerful at it. It is the only flaw of the product in my opinion. With a powerful green laser it would have been perfect
1949163
Yes, I bought this for sparring when my husband and I took a samurai sword class. Its a beautiful sword. It was a great price. The hand wrap did start to unravel over time. But you can just glue it back or take it off. Can't beat the price. I'm sure that happens with all of them.
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Yeah its pretty bright ! The other colors look great, specially Red,blue,Green, Purple,pink. I personally leave it on green since that's the color scheme i stuck with.
1250123
It is very well made and balanced. I don't think it gives a lot of light, but nothing seems to these days with all the eergymsaving rigamarol. I use it on a jewelry show floor and keep it plugged in, good value.
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It has 48 red eys and it indeed does glow. And I seen it to about 5 ft away.
2124115
It will not blind you, it is not that bright, it just gives off a reddish glow.
1705950
Not sure since I am not in familiar with how real they need the weapon to look. If you cover the red tip and don't take close film shots, it has a pretty authentic look. Additionally, it's weight is closer to reality than other practice weapons I have worked with.
585324
I am looking to buy a Bob, but have trained with one for years at the school I went to. That thing held up against 7th dan black belts kicking it for years. It's incredibly resilient. The only time I saw someone break one is when they used it incorrectly (hit it with another piece of equipment)
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It is suttle but it does glow. It needs a lot of light in the daytime to do it and doesn't last long. I agree that it is not obvious and usually I don't notice it at all
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It glows from exposure to sunlight. If it's in a room with daylight (it doesn't need to be direct sun) as it gets dark it will glow. It's like those stick on stars kids put on their ceilings that glow. It doesn't last super long but it is a nice to feature if the sun goes down and you need to find the ball it comes in handy. The real feature is the sheer indestructible nature of the ball. My power chewer still hasn't ripped it after 2 years.
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Its quite bright on the high setting. I doubt I'll even need the high setting during daylight until the batteries start to get weak. First time I shot was full sun and on high the red dot was "bleeding out", I had to turn it dimmer to get a cleaner dot for clean aiming. Oh, right. The Red Dot scope from TruGlo I put on with the NcStar 45-degree mount has the qualities listed above. :)
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It's a toy, and as such can take hits from similar toys during play "battle". I would not expect it to hold up to serious blows or blows from more study "weapons". It will, however crack your knuckles pretty hard if you miss.
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It is pretty durable, but it is more for younger kids learning and practicing I think. I do hit it with my kids and it is fun.