Escrima Stick

The Cold Steel Escrima Stick captures the look and feel of a traditional rattan baston while offering the unbeatable toughness of modern materials. Inspired by decades of training and field experience from Cold Steel’s founder, Lynn C. Thompson, this Escrima stick delivers the perfect blend of authentic handling and extreme durability. At 32 inches long and just over 15 ounces, it matches the length, weight, and cross-section of natural rattan — but its injection-molded polypropylene construction makes it virtually indestructible and maintenance-free.

Influenced by a lifetime of martial passion

Since 1980, after reading Dan Inosanto’s groundbreaking book “The Filipino Martial Arts”, Lynn C. Thompson has devoted himself to training in Eskrima, Arnis, and Kali. His extensive sparring experience and understanding of real-world combat helped shape Cold Steel’s philosophy of producing functional, durable training tools. The Cold Steel Escrima Stick embodies that legacy — taking the essence of traditional Filipino stick fighting and adapting it for the demands of modern martial artists who train hard and expect their equipment to last.

Unmatched performance and reliability

Unlike rattan, the Cold Steel Escrima Stick will never warp, crack, splinter, or dry out. It resists mildew and weathering, and its shock-resistant polypropylene body easily endures the heaviest strikes. The smooth, slightly textured surface mimics the natural grip of rattan, while its black finish gives it a professional, minimalist look. Measuring 32" in length with a 1" diameter, it can be shortened easily with a saw for customized sizing. Easy to clean and virtually indestructible, this Escrima stick is ideal for full-contact training, outdoor practice, or as a long-lasting addition to any Filipino Martial Arts arsenal.