Tinbe & Rochin (Shield & Short Spear)
Combined Defense/Thrusting weapon
Quick Facts
Martial Arts
OriginOkinawa (Japan) (15th-16th Century)
Wield TypePaired (shield in one hand, spear in other)
MaterialTurtle shell or metal (Tinbe), wood and steel tip (Rochin)
LengthŠtít 45 cm, kopí 40 - 50 cm cm
Weight1.2 - 1.8 kg (celkem) kg
History
Unique Okinawan combination. The Tinbe shield was originally crafted from a sea turtle shell or hat, while the Rochin was a short spear or machete.
About
The shield absorbs heavy blows from weapons like the Bō, while the short Rochin spear delivers rapid thrusts from underneath the shield barrier.