The kama, much like the sickle, was used as a traditional Japanese farming tool before being weaponized by farmers when improvisation became necessary for defending against attackers. Kamas were incorporated into Okinawan martial arts, used alone or in pairs to block, trap, and disarm opponents. The dull-bladed version of the kama, referred to as kai or double kai, is used in martial arts demonstrations referred to as kata kai. New versions of this martial arts weapon have emerged over time, with some contemporary kamas being used by military tactical teams. The Stealth Tactical Kama keeps the original form of the traditional kama intact, while utilizing state-of-the-art materials and techniques to create a weapon more well-suited to the ever-changing conditions of modern warfare and the people it impacts all over the world.

This 16-inch sharp heavy duty kama has a 15-inch long, matte black fiberglass reinforced nylon handle. This composite material is extremely durable, so there's no concern about a wooden handle snapping, breaking, or splintering. Fiberglass reinforced-nylon is also lightweight, so its strength isn't paid for in extra weight. This nylon composite is resistant to water, so there's no danger of moisture warping the handle or getting into cracks and crevices where mold and bacteria like to congregate; It's non-corrosive, so the handle won't rust; And cleaning is as easy as simply wiping down the handle with your cleaning agent of choice. The ridge lines along the bottom half of the handle provide a secure grip on your weapon by increasing the amount of surface area that the fiberglass-reinforced nylon and the skin on your hand share. Sweat, rain, blood, and tears, are all inferior opponents when it comes to the hold these grooved grips make possible. There's even a small hole in the butt of the handle, through which a wrist strap can be threaded, to ensure your steel kama doesn't leave your side even on the off chance that your hand lets it go. When not wielding this modern fighting sickle in combat, this wrist loop can be used to secure it to the straps of a backpack or gear bag.

The head of this ultradurable tactical kama is black cast stainless steel. Stainless steel is one of the most popular metals used in weapons because it's durable, cost-effective, and corrosion resistant. The 8 1/4-inch long steel alloy head has a matte black finish with a contrasting, silvery brushed stainless steel blade. This 6 1/4-inch long blade has a curved, sharpened edge that comes to a formidable point. There's a notch at the point where the blade meets the handle, which is commonly used for trapping and disarming opponents. The kama or sickle used for farming doesn't typically have this notch; This addition set the farming kamas and sickles apart from the weaponized versions. The four vent holes in the head of this combat kama decrease the overall weight of the tactical sickle, making the weapon more balanced and easier to wield accurately and effectively. Lengthy and full tang blades are ideal for combat weapons like this fighting kama because more striking means an increased risk of fracture. The tang extends a generous 3 1/2 inches into the handle, reinforcing the stainless steel blade to reduce the risk of breaking.

This tactical scythe comes with a black nylon sheath to keep the sharp blade safe when not in use. This durable cover keeps the blade safe from damage, and others safe from injury. Protecting your heavy duty weapon is as easy as sliding the blade into the kama case and securing the head with the nylon strap by snapping it closed. The tough nylon is difficult to pierce and reinforced with a strip of high density foam along the bottom edge where the blade's edge sits. The seams of the sheath are reinforced with nylon edging and heavy duty stitching to reduce wear and tear.

Stealth Tactical Kamas like this one are shout outs to tradition that make those on the battlefield today thankful for ancient Japanese farmers. This modern combat kama with sheath is a perfect fusion of those parts of martial arts weapons that worked from the start and never stopped, and the pretty awesome technology available today that takes once impossible endeavors and vaults them into a world where special ops missions are successful and people are safe because of a newly transformed humble sickle...a sickle that once kept people alive and safe with the grains of rice that were harvested with its razor sharp blade.

Stealth Tactical Kama Highlights:

• Black Cast Stainless Steel Head
• Brushed Stainless Steel Blade
• Sharpened Edge
• Black Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon Handle
• Extended tang for blade fortification
• Nylon Sheath with Snap Closure
• Small hole for attaching wrist strap
• Grooved Grips
• Overall Length: 16" (approx.)
• Head Length: 8 1/4" (approx.)
• Blade Length: 6 1/4" (approx.)
• Handle Length: 15" (approx.)
• Kama Weight: 1 1/2 lbs (approx.)

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