Ancient Kusarigama - Kobudo Weapon Used By Shinobi

Rare and Old Kusarigama, in this configuration (Kobudo weapon: composed of a Kama + chain + weight) Late Edo period (late 18th century).

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Dimensions (approximate) :

Blade (curved): Length 15 cm - Height = 3.1 cm - Thickness = 0.4 cm
Wooden handle reinforced with iron rings: Length = 46 cm
Kusari (chain): Length = 1.19 cm
Fundo (steel mace): Weight = 90 grs - Diameter = 2.5 cm
"D" hand guard, uncommon on Kusarigama: Length = 13 cm
Total length: 1.73 cm
Total weight: 942 grs

Condition :

Very old piece Entirely original In good condition The blade, chain and mace are oxidized

What is the Kusarigama? :​ The Kusarigama is a traditional Japanese weapon consisting of a Kama (the Japanese equivalent of a sickle) equipped with a metal chain (Kusari) with an iron mace at its end (Fundo). The Kusarigama is said to have been developed during the Muromachi period. To deliver an attack, one must drive and swing the chain with the mace, making large circles above the head, then whip to entangle the spear, sword or other weapon and/or immobilize the opponent's arms or legs.