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Suits Of Samurai Armour

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Our full-sized suits of Samurai armour provide displays of outstanding quality for the den or the dojo. Crafted by the armourers of Hanwei, the armour is authentically detailed and completely realistic. These very affordable pieces are made with traditional styling and materials and are wearable (within a reasonable size range!). They are supplied in the customary black lacquered box which, along with an included wooden frame, provides the support for the display.

Free UK delivery on all Suits of Armour, discounted after checkout

Oda Nobunaga Samurai Armour

(Ref: HW2015)

The first two gusoku are patterned after the battle armour of two of Japan’s most famous Daimyo or warlords. Oda Nobunaga played a key role in initiating the policy of uniting the feuding clans under one Shogun and was the most powerful Daimyo of his time, while his ally Takeda Shingen was one of the greatest Samurai commanders of his day and an astute governor of his people.

Oda Nobunaga (1534 -- 1582) played a key role in shaping the course of history in fuedal Japan. His policy of unifying a country controlled by many fueding daimyo (warlords) was furthered in a series of victories characterized by brilliant tactics and the first organized use of firearms. His unification policy became a reality under his successor, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, shortly before the end of the 16th century.

Our very affordable battle armor, constructed by the craftsmen of Hanwei, is the Yukinoshita Do style, having largely solid vertical plates around the torso and incorporating all of the elements of a suit of armor of the period. The crest of Oda Nobunaga is mounted on the helment. The armor is wearable (within a reasonable size range!) and is supplied in the traditional lacquered armor box, which, along with a a wooden frame, provides the support for the stunning display.

Key Features

Authentic Replica
Wearable
Display frame included

Free UK Delivery

Specification	Metric	Imperial
Height	175.3cm	69"
Width	45.7cm	18"
Depth	40.0cm	15¾"
Weight	29.120g	65lb

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Usually delivered within 5 working days
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RRP: £903.00

OUR PRICE: £768.00 / €998.40 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

YOU SAVE: £135.00 (14%)

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Related products:

1. Oda Nobunaga Kabuto & Mempo (Ref: HW2083)

Takeda Shingen Samurai Armour

(Ref: HW2144)

Takeda Shingen (December 1, 1521 – May 13, 1573) of Shinano and Kai Provinces, was a preeminent daimyo or feudal lord with military prestige who sought for the control of Japan in the late stage of Sengoku or "warring states" period.

The armor is wearable (within a reasonable size range!) and is supplied in the traditional lacquered armor box, which, along with a a wooden frame, provides the support for the stunning display.

Key Features

Authentic Replica
Wearable
Display frame included

Free UK Delivery

Specification	Metric	Imperial
Height	167.6cm	66"
Width	45.7cm	18"
Depth	40.0cm	15¾"
Weight	29.120g	65lb

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Usually delivered within 5 working days
Contact Us to confirm availability (0800 612 0858)

RRP: £964.00

OUR PRICE: £820.00 / €1,066.00 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

YOU SAVE: £144.00 (14%)

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Related products:

1. Takeda Shingen Kabuto & Mempo (Ref: HW2082)

Dragon Samurai Armour

(Ref: HW2193)

Hanwei’s Dragon Armour, named for the helmet crest (mon), is made for the connoisseur of Japanese armours. It faithfully replicates a “Byotoji Do Gusoku” from the Edo period which, like many fine armours, incorporates an earlier helmet bowl from the Momoyama period. European influence on Samurai armour is discernible in the slight median ridge to the front section of the byotoji okegawa do (breastplate) which, by this period, was designed to deflect musket balls. The plates of the do, with waved edges, are fastened with elaborate shakudo rivets in the form of flowers with gilt centers. This feature illustrates the Japanese preference for a more flexible style of armour than the typical European one-piece breastplate construction. The carrying chest/display seat (hitsu) is black lacquered with the Dragon mon emblazoned in silver on the front panel. Overall, the antiqued patina of the gusoku gives a period appearance and provides a rich addition to any Japanese décor.