I ordered this, and two bokken in different orders. The bokken and shoto are excellent quality. Twice though the packages had been crushed by the shipping company, but the items inside were fine with the exception of some things missing. I called Karate Depot and they were very nice, and shipped replacements without any questions or issues. The Tsuba and retaining rings for my Bokken and the Shoto were among the missing items. I was really happy to get them. The Tsuba may not fit tightly on the Shoto or Bokken, but the fix is very easy.. Electrical tape can be used to wrap the blade where the Tsuba is supposed to sit, and then you can put on the retaining ring for a snug fit. Mine don't move much at all. This is an excellent value.

I normally wear a size 8 1/2'' in shoes . I ordered these in a size 9 and they fit perfectly. The velcro closures on the back are excellent. I liked these so much that I have ordered a set of the tall boots and will post a review once I get them.

This is my first bo, and I really like the weight of it. It shipped in a cardboard tube, which was more to protect the finish than the bo as it's made very solid. The sticker on the bo came off pretty easily with Goo-B-Gone.

I wanted a heavyweight uniform based on what I was told I would need in the dojo. This uniform is very nice, and extremely comfortable for training. The drawstring and ties for the waist make putting the pants on very easy, and the ties at the sides of the jacket hold it securely closed even without a belt. The belt is of good quality, and can be dyed a color if needed using a hot dye once you progress and pass white belt. I have recommended this uniform to my classmates who haven't bought a uniform yet.