Product Details

• Actors: Mark Steven Grove, Daryl Rolando
• Format: NTSC
• Number of tapes: 1
• Studio: Warrior Quest International
• VHS Release Date: September 15, 2002
• Run Time: 53 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B00006M7O2
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #290,461 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Production, Basic Functional Demonstrations., March 1, 2004

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Corey Reynolds "Retired paramedic/FF" (Cocoa, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Path of the Ninja: Shinobigatana Basic Sword Skills [VHS] (VHS Tape)

This isn't the advanced video for the person wanting to clash with a practiced samurai. But it is a start. Not overly entertaining, sometimes vague, and a very basic level of instruction. But on the other hand, if you start with this one... I think one could watch and practice the stances and basic sword techniques shown for many weeks to months and be prepared for another step up the ladder of martial arts sword use. There should be a series here to advance but nothing so far available.

There is a bonus in this video that I greatly appreciated: explained the design of the ninja's sword! Making one of these for practice is within most amature craftman's ability. Can you say "where's my local leaf-spring manufacturer?" They can supply you with the non-heat treated steel, and can treat it when you have shaped it and put the holes where you want them. I didn't expect this in the tape.
I bought a Cold Steel Chisma Katana (24") and thought it best to learn to use it. But where on earth does one learn to use a sword in suburbia? Videos! I recommend this one to go with all the other videos needed to learn sword techniques. Be careful! Don't bring a sword to a gun fight and have fun.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Foundation and Production Value, January 16, 2003

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Curtis Trammell (Florida, United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Path of the Ninja: Shinobigatana Basic Sword Skills [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I got the video for Christmas and was so inspired that I went right out and built my own sword based on Mark Grove's specifications. I've had hours of enjoyment since, practicing the simple techniques therein. There's nothing really flashy or flowery about this video. What it contains is a small number of simple, rudimentary techniques and principles, that with dedication and practice, can build a strong foundation for further study. The production value of this video is the best I've seen in the martial arts genre...it truly raises the bar! Whether you're a seasoned martial artist looking to expand your base of knowledge, or a complete novice wanting to experience something unique and challenging, this video is well worth the money. Buy it!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This Production Exceeds Expectations, July 23, 2006

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Chikara Makkon (Queensland, Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Path of the Ninja: Shinobigatana Basic Sword Skills [VHS] (VHS Tape)

This video REALLY impressed me.. I have been buying martial arts videos for years and am always disappointed by the quality of most "slapped up" productions.

This video is definately the exception. Very clear, well lit, concise material and audio that can actually be heard.. hallelujah.

The material covered is well rounded and informative.. Stances, grips and strikes are all covered in reasonable detail, allowing for months, if not years of study (actually more like practise material)

If you are looking for the quick fix, bridge guide to swords, this is not the video for you. However if you are serious about learning and ready to put in the time to practise these forms diligently, then this is for you :) (more material covered in this video than 8 months at my local kenjutsu school)