The term "Tecchi Jitte 鉄地十手" refers to a type of jitte that differs from the regular ones in that its main body is made of iron. While typical jitte are commonly crafted from wood or bamboo, the "Tecchi Jitte 鉄地十手" is, as the name suggests, made of iron. This variant is usually designed for use in martial arts and self-defense, crafted with the intent for striking and restraining. Jitte is a traditional Japanese weapon, primarily used by samurai and police officers during the Edo period. In English, it is also known as "tonfa" or "tontō." The jitte has a thick handle with a short horizontal bar attached on one side. It was utilized for striking, defense, and capturing an opponent's weapon. Samurai often carried jitte as part of their bushido, and during the Edo period, police officers used it as a weapon. Diameter 38.0 cm Width 3.7 cm Weight 470 g Condition: It's in good condition considering it's from the Edo period. Please take a look at the many photos I've included for your reference. Atention: The items listed for sale are all used collectibles. Please consider them to have signs of aging, such as stains, scratches, scuffs, tears, discoloration, fading, fraying, and changes in thread color. We will post as many photos as possible to make it easy to understand. As these are old items, we appreciate your understanding before making a purchase. Shipping: The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped from Japan. We will use either EMS for a safe and secure transportation. It usually takes about 2-3 weeks for delivery, and the package will be shipped with a tracking number. Import duties, taxes, VAT, and any other charges are not included in the item price and shipping cost. Please also check if your country accepts jitte. Please check your country's import duties before bidding. 022522090411