About this title: Though neither as flashy nor as glamorous as the nunchaku, the tonfa is an essential tool in the kobudo tradition of self-defense. When wielded properly, this deceptively simple weapon becomes a graceful and poetic extension of the martial artist's open-hand techniques. By following the detailed photos and instructions in this classic text, one can unleash the true power of this ancient weapon and training tool. Practicing with the tonfa will improve balance, coordination, and strength.
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Edition: Eighth Printing
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Ohara, Burbank, CA
Date Published: 1985
ISBN-13:9780897500807ISBN:0897500806
Description: Nearly As New. DJ not issued. 8vo. 143 pp. Sturdy, clean, bright, tight copy; stands squarely, unsupported. No owner name or sticker...Will ship FIRST CLASS MAIL without increasing shipping charge-jsut request media mail / standard--w e will do the rest....Wepack carefully and ship immediately from the private, smoke-free collection of Arbor Books / Jan and Rok Williams, Iowa CIty booksellers since 1978. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
Date Published: 5/1/1982
ISBN-13:9780897500807ISBN:0897500806
Description: New. 0897500806 New & Unread Book Not Remainder Marked-May Have Slight Handling Wear From Bookstore Shelf-Instock For Immediate Shipping* read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
Date Published: 1982-05-01
ISBN-13:9780897500807ISBN:0897500806
Description: Good. Softcover book in good condition, clean and tightly bound. Covers are scuffed. Slight stain to the endpapers. Ships next business day from Oklahoma. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
Date Published: 5/1/1982
ISBN-13:9780897500807ISBN:0897500806
Description: Fine. 0897500806 Not a used book-Anew & unread copy that may have minor creases /scuffs or small tears or missing dustjacket-Stock NOW FAST Secure Packaging & Delivery. read more
Edition: Reprint
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Ohara Publications, Inc, USA
Date Published: 1986
ISBN-13:9780897500807ISBN:0897500806
Description: Good. 0897500806. Clean and tightly bound paperback original, no inscriptions, generally appears little used. 144 pages, hundreds of b/w photographs in the text. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
Date Published: 1982
ISBN-13:9780897500807ISBN:0897500806
Description: Good. Ohara Pubs (1982). significant reading wear on covers and spine. discoloration on edge of pages. text clean and unmarked. A REAL Used Bookstore since 1991. No-hassle return policy if not completely satisfied. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
Date Published: 1982
ISBN-13:9780897500807ISBN:0897500806
Description: Good. Cover creased or bent Cover has minor wear or damage General Used Condiiton. Minor Defects may Exist. Minimal Shelf wear. Text may contain minor marking or highlighting, Binding Tight. Previous owners name or bookplate may be present. Customer Service isn't just a motto for us, its a way of life. read more
Description: Soft cover, cover has small tear, 143 pages, filled with b&w photos, corners bumped slightly, pages beginning to yellow, good condition. read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Ohara Publications, Burbank, CA
Date Published: 1984
Description: VG. sp wear. 143pp. wraps; b/w photos & illus; from its origination in Okinawa, where the Japanese had outlawed weapons in the 17th C. the use of wooden implements became the form of self-defense. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: BLACK BELT BOOKS
Date Published: 1982
ISBN-13:9780897500807ISBN:0897500806
Description: New. In this fully illustrated book, Fumio Demura explores the full range of tonfa tactics including stances, karate and tonfa similarities, tonfa striking techniques and self-defense applications. Demura is a member of Black Belt's Hall of Fame. read more
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