This is a very nice BO Staff, have yet sparred with anyone with it just yet but overall this a grate Bo. Customer service was grate, I had a delayed shipment but they handled the situation with no problems. Im very pleased with service that I've got from them.   Permalink

When I recieved this bo the first time. It was warped. I called the KD and they sent a new one right away. It got here in four days, which was even faster than the first one. This one isn't warped, but it also has some rough spots, like it wasn't sanded all the way.
I like the color and weight of this bo. All in all, it will do well for my first bo. I don't think I will buy online again though.  Permalink

this stick warped within a week or so. Don't buy it!  Permalink

Bought this with the red oak staight staff as an experiment. (Read my red oak review for more info). The taper was easier on my connective tissue and muscles to begin, but quickly fell out of favor compared to a straight staff. The taper is more difficult to control. The low inertial mass makes it more useful as a thrusting weapon. As another experiment, a straight waxwood staff was bought elsewhere, same six foot length. (I hope Karate Depot stocks straight waxwood sometime, Depot product quality is superior.) The straight waxwood handling compares favorably to the red oak straight, but the quality is not as good. For my purposes, the straight staff is the one.  Permalink

This bo has been taken some serious whacks and shows no signs of wear. The delivery speed was fantastic (2 days for standard shipping). The bos we ordered were slightly warped, but no stick is perfect.   Permalink

I got this for a friend whose child needed the 5' length. When the bo arrived, it was VERY thick in diameter and I offered to send it back to get a different bo. You would think that the manufacturer would realize that someone small enough to need a 5' bo would have less than adult size hands, but I guess they don't. It is lightweight, but it is also thick and chunky looking and that makes it awkward in forms. I would recommend a different bo for small adults and children. Maybe the longer ones are okay, but the 5' looks and feels awkward to use.  Permalink

I love it. It's great for doing Kata.  Permalink

The quality and durability is quite effecient! The handle of this bo serves its purpose, during my kata. The reason a star was taken off is due to cosmetic issues. The bo has smudges on it and that has a few ruff parts, which need sanding. I would recommend this bo for anyone starting out with the bo.  Permalink

The shipment was supposed to arrive on the fifteenth; arrived on the tenth. Nicely sanded. No cracks, no bumps. Rather shiny, actually. The ends are tapered similar to the diameter of a nickel. Light, durable. Held up nice, even in the trauma of cheap shipping and handling. Packaged REALLY cold. Haven't had the chance to practice with, except when I spun it, and accidentally hit the ceiling. The shock absorption was nice on my hands. Six foot is the perfect size for an average height male. Five star!  Permalink

I am very pleased with the wax wood bo. I wish it was cylindrical, not tapered on the ends, but for my purposes it will do just fine. I don't do Oriental styles, I'm more of an English quarterstaff type because of my limited mobility. This is straight, doesn't look like a de-barked sapling or twisted branch, no obvious defects. Time will tell, but this is one of the best waxwood specimens I've seen.  Permalink

I have had this staff for about 2 weeks its been dropped quite a few times and just keeps going. This is my first one so I dont really have any basis for comparison. Just know that it takes drops (drops and more drops), and other random user/environmental abuse very well.  Permalink

This bo rocks! The feel, the weight, the look! Simply awesome! Highly recommend!  Permalink

This is simply the best bo I have ever owned. The weight is heavy enough for real training, but light enough to use in competitions. Do not hesitate if you are thinking about buying this bo. Excellent customer service.  Permalink

I definitely recommend waxwood, very light, strong, just enough flex, and it has a very nice feel in your hand.  Permalink

First, I received my order incredibly fast. In class, my white wax bo was admired by the other students and my Sifu. The smooth finish allows me to execute techniques faster and it has made it possible for me to move through my form quickly and smoothly. I can honestly recommend this product.   Permalink