Rainbow Throwing Star

The Rainbow Throwing Star gets its color from a TiNite coating on the stainless steel — the same titanium nitride process used on industrial cutting tools that produces the multicolor iridescent finish across the surface. The base material is 3Cr13 stainless steel at a thickness that puts this in the heavier, more durable range for a 4-inch throwing star compared to thinner stamped alternatives. Six sharp points, 4-inch diameter, 0.24 lbs. Nylon sheath included for safe carry and storage.

Rainbow Throwing Star Features and Specs

• TiNite coated stainless steel: Titanium nitride coating produces the rainbow iridescent finish — same process used on industrial cutting tools
• 3Cr13 blade material: Durable stainless steel with good edge retention for repeated target use
• Thickness: Heavier construction than thin stamped stars — more momentum on impact and better durability
• 6-point design: Sharp points for reliable target sticking at standard throwing distances
• 4-inch diameter: Standard shuriken size for balanced accurate throws
• Weight: 0.24 lbs
• Nylon sheath included

The increased thickness is the practical differentiator between this and lightweight stamped throwing stars. Thinner stars flex slightly on hard target impact and lose edge integrity faster with repeated use. The 3Cr13 steel holds its point geometry through extended practice sessions and doesn't warp on off-center hits the way thinner stock does. For target practice, that durability means fewer replacements and consistent flight characteristics as the star ages. The rainbow TiNite finish adds visual appeal without affecting the throwing characteristics — the coating is applied after the star is formed and sharpened.

Rainbow Ninja Star — Collector Appeal and Practice Use

The TiNite rainbow finish makes this one of the most visually distinctive throwing stars available — the iridescent color shifts with viewing angle, which makes it recognizable in a collection and eye-catching during demonstrations. For collectors who display martial arts weapons, the rainbow finish stands out against plain stainless or black-coated stars. For practice use, the 4-inch diameter and 0.24 lb weight are the standard parameters for adult shurikenjutsu training — the same size as the standard 6-point throwing stars in this collection. For buyers who want a practice target to go with the star, the ninja target board is the recommended practice surface.

What is TiNite coating on a throwing star?

TiNite is titanium nitride — a hard ceramic material applied to metal surfaces through a physical vapor deposition process. On cutting tools and knives, TiNite coating increases surface hardness and reduces friction. On the Rainbow Throwing Star, the TiNite process produces the characteristic gold-to-rainbow iridescent color that shifts across the spectrum depending on coating thickness and viewing angle. The same process produces the gold-colored coating on many premium drill bits and the multicolor finish on some high-end knives. It's not a paint or anodize — it's a molecular-level coating that bonds to the steel surface. The finish is durable and doesn't chip or peel under normal throwing use.

Are throwing stars legal to own?

Throwing star laws vary significantly by state. Several states prohibit civilian ownership of shuriken outright — California, Indiana, and a handful of others have specific laws against throwing stars regardless of use. Most states permit ownership for collection and private target practice. Public carry of throwing stars is restricted or prohibited in most jurisdictions even where ownership is legal. Before purchasing, check your state's laws on shuriken or throwing stars specifically — the restrictions vary enough that it's worth verifying rather than assuming. These are sold for collection and private target practice use.