In today’s article, we’ll be reviewing Tiger Claw’s 6 Oz Essential Karate Uniform.
If you’re just a beginner at karate and you’re looking for something cheap to get you started, we may have exactly what you’re looking for. The uniform before you isn’t the highest-quality kimono you can get, but it’s definitely good enough to be seriously taken into consideration for your uniform. However, you should always know all the features of a uniform before you make the purchase, and we’re here to show you all the important ones regarding Tiger Claw’s 6 Oz uniform.
Let’s get started!
Tiger Claw 6 Oz Essential Karate Uniform Overview
Design
This karate uniform has been constructed with very durable 6oz poly-cotton blend fabric to minimize shrinkage. Cotton can often shrink after being washed in the washing machine, but you don’t have to worry about that with this uniform, as the poly-cotton blend ensures that there’s no shrinking. The worst thing that can happen is for you to spend money on a uniform, only for it to shrink after the first wash, not fitting you anymore. You don’t have to worry about it, though.
However, there are drawbacks to this blend. As you surely know, cotton is the most breathable material, that’s why it’s such a favorite amongst karate uniforms. However, this blend isn’t as nearly as breathable as cotton – meaning that it won’t dry your skin that effectively and you’ll sweat more than how much you’d sweat if you actually wore a cotton uniform. The difference may not be drastic, as the suit isn’t made of plastic, but pure cotton uniforms offer much more breathability.
It weighs only 6 ounces, meaning that it’s lightweight and you’ll barely feel it on your skin. Comfort is very important in all sports, as uncomfortable equipment, be it clothing or footwear, is always going to distract you from your performance.
The pants have an additional double inseam, full gusset, and elastic waist with drawstring. This way, you can be sure that your pants will never be dropping, as that would be slightly embarrassing – having to pull your pants up every few seconds when you’re fighting. The product also includes a white belt, not the black belt that’s shown in the pictures on the website.
The reinforced stitching on the inseam is ensuring that your pants aren’t ripping, which is a great addition to durability. However, the poly-cotton blend isn’t known as the most durable material, so you should expect exceptional results with the overall durability of this karate uniform.
The uniform follows a traditional style, and there’s a wrap-around tie-top.
Mobility
Mobility is crucial when you’re fighting, so it’s important to choose the size correctly. If you choose a size too small, you’ll quickly notice that you’re being constricted by the uniform and you can’t perform all the moves you’re supposed to perform. On the other hand, if you choose a size too large, the uniform will literally hang on you. There’s a simple sizing chart on the website, and you should definitely use it before making your purchase.
Pricing
The pricing for this uniform is more than fair, and the price goes up if you choose a larger uniform, and it goes down if you choose a smaller size. We’d say that this uniform belongs to the cheaper side of the spectrum, as you’ll surely come upon much more expensive uniforms.
However, that doesn’t take anything away from the quality of the uniform, as it’s surely going to fit all your needs. What’s important to point out, though, is that this is a male uniform.
Women’s uniforms need different designs, mostly for breasts and the glutes, while male uniforms are much straighter. It’s likely that this uniform won’t fit an adult woman. So, if you’re looking for a women’s uniform, you should check out other uniforms.
Pros and Cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| pricing – this uniform is very cheap in comparison to other uniforms, and you won’t have to spend a fortune to purchase it | durability – even though the durability of the pants is strengthened, the overall durability of poly-cotton blends is lower than pure cotton |
| reinforced stitching – the inseam on the pants has reinforced stitching to ensure the durability of the pants | breathability – poly-cotton blends offer much less breathability to the wearer than pure cotton, so it won’t help you with sweating and drying |
| anti-shrink – the poly-cotton blend assures that the uniform won’t shrink, which is a great advantage in comparison to some other uniforms that do shrink | |
| lightweight – at the very low weight of only 6 ounces, this karate uniform is very light, and you’ll barely feel it on your body | |
| comfort – because of the combination of materials and the weight, this uniform is very comfortable and you won’t have any problems with the feeling of it |
Our Verdict
This suit is a great option if you’re looking for something that’s going to hold up, but it’s still on the cheap. It’s going to offer great comfort and an added bonus of not having to worry about shrinking. It’s also offering good mobility. However, it’s not going to offer too much breathability to the wearer, and the overall durability is definitely questionable. You should refer to the sizing table before you make a purchase.
