What is the difference between shinai sizes?

[CUDALAX21]

I'm brand new at kendo and i wanted to know the difference in the sizes of shinai so i may find the best size for me. can anyone help?

[Migoto]

Adult
Male = 39
Female = 38

Children = ask teacher

[CUDALAX21]

lol go big that's funny and thank you for the description

[Shogun97]

Are there any differences on carbon shinais sizes?

[Neil Gendzwill]

They come in the same sizes, except I don't think you can get the really little ones. For sure 36,38,39.

[AlexM]

Check the manufacturer themselves for all your carbon shinai needs!

But remember, only bamboo has a soul...

http://www.hasegawakagaku.co.jp/eshinai.htm

[Mitsurugi_xx]

Ususally it's 38 for women and 39 for men... but it also comes down to your height and preference.. I know ppl who use 38s cause either they are short (men) or cause they feel more comfortable with it. There are also women size 39 shinais too..

[Moonlight_Blade]

I usually use a 39 like all of you said they normly go women 38 men 39 I have a custom made shinai thats a 59 but I just play around with it most the time