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Gashira Battle Samurai Armor Set GBSA-1 by Iron Mountain Armory

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Gashira Battle Samurai Armor

Name: Gashira Battle Samurai Armor
Brand: Gashira Samurai Armor (Mid Quality)
SKU: GBSA-1
Availability: InStock

Original price was: $4,999.95.Current price is: $3,749.96. $3,749.96

GBSA-1 Modern Samurai Armor

Click ? for option details

Each option has a ? next to it. Click or Tap the ? to show a summarized explanation of the option. For full explanations please click the "ORDER OPTIONS EXPLAINED" link at the bottom left of the page.

*Crest Options

Select to change, customize or remove the front crest (maedate) on the helmet. You can select a standard brass mon (symbol), your own custom mon / logo or a wooden or brass design. Please reference our "Order Options Explained" page for more details and reference. Crest (Maedate) Example by Iron Mountain Armory

(Click through the product images to see different Standard Mon Options and referenced number.)

*Kabuto Color

Select the Color & Finish for your kabuto (top section of helmet).
Kabuto Color Options by Iron Mountain Armory

(Click through the product images to see details of different Paint Options.)

*Shikoro Color

Select the Color & Finish for your Shikoro (Neck Guard). (You can change the BOTTOM PLATE using "Advanced Custom Options" below.)

*Main Lace Color

Select the Main Lace Color (odoshi) you would like for your Shikoro (neck) and Tare (throat) guard to be. (You can customize your lace patterns by using the "Advanced Custom Options" below.)

Leather Kabuto Liner

Add a leather liner inside the helmet.

Mask Options

Menpo Style

Select your choice of face armor available for your yoroi. Standard and Ressei Menpo option will give you nose and mustache options. Henpo and Hoate are without nose option.

Menpo Color

Select the Color & Finish of your Menpo (Face Armor).

Tare Color

Select the main Color and Finish you want your menpo's Tare (Throat guard). You can make the bottom plate a different color by using the "Advanced Custom Options" below.

Tare Color & Finish Option by Iron Mountain Armory

Mustache Style

Add character to your armor by selecting a custom mustache option.(This option is only available with certain mask / nose styles.)

Beard Options

Add character to your Henpo or Hoate with a Goatee Beard. Cut the beard to your desired length.

Kabuto Ornamental Options

Ring Option

Add a Kasa Jirushi no Kan (ring with tassel) to the back of a helmet with an Agemaki Bow (a specially knotted cord).

Trim Options

Select this option to add a metal trim (fukurin) around the outer edges of your helmet. This option might differ depending on model and/or different options selected.

Fukigaeshi Mons

Add a symbol (mon) to the ears (fukigaeshi) of your helmet. This can be a standard mon or custom design you can email us in "Clip-Art" format. (Click through the product images to see different Standard Mon Options.)

Ponytail Options

Add a horse or yak ponytail to the top of your helmet. This option might differ depending on model and/or different options selected.

Chest Options

Each option has a ? next to it. Click or Tap the ? to show a summarized explanation of the option. For full explanations please click the "ORDER OPTIONS EXPLAINED" link at the bottom left of the page.

*Chest Color

Select the Color & Finish of your Do (cuirass).
Samurai Chest Do Color & Finish Option by Iron Mountain Armory

Skirt Color

Select to change the Kusazuri (Skirt) Color / Finish.

(If left blank it will match the MAIN ARMOR COLOR option selected above.)

*Chest Lace Color

Select the LACE (Odoshi) Color you would like for your armor. (Click through the product images to see different Lace Colors.)

*Fabric Options

Select the material to be used on your Tate-Eri (shoulder padding) and Yoroi Obi (padded armor belt).

Tate-Eri crafted by Iron Mountain Armory

*Leather Liner Option

Add a Leather Liner to the inside of the Do, Haidate and Suneate.

*Suneate Options

Select between LIGHT, MEDIUM or HEAVY Suneate.
Suneate Style Reference by Iron Mountain Armory

*Chest Ring

Select to add 1 or 2 Chest Rings (Saihai no kan & Tenugui no kan) to your Dō, used to display tassels or hold a saihai or gunbai. (Select option from the perspective of wearing the armor)

*Waist Ring

Add 1 or 2 WAIST RINGS (holding rings) to either side of your Dō (chest plate), used to hold bags, tie a weapon, Gunbai and/or your Sarashi in place. We recommend adding both if you are training in your armor. (Select option from the perspective of wearing the armor)

* Banner Holder

Add a Banner Holder (Machi-Uke) to the back of your Gashira or Kachi Dō (chest armor) so you can attach a Sashimono (war banner) to your armor set. (Add Optional Wooden Banner Base)

Chest Ornamental Options

*Ornate Fittings

Select to ADD Ornate Brass Fittings to the Front Only and/or Back of your Gashira or Kachi Do (if available) Image for reference only & may vary depending on armor class / model.

*TRIM OPTIONS

This option is for adding a "Fukurin" or decorative metal trim over the edges of your dō.

*Do Mon

Select the Mon (symbol) to be painted on the front of your Dō (chest plate).(Option Not Available with Suna finish)

*Do Mon Color

Select the color you would like your Mon to painted.

Chest Sizing Options

Chest Sizing

This option changes the girth size of your Dō (chest armor). While inhaling deeply, have an assistant wrap the tape measure under your armpits around the largest part of your chest. In the back, you want the tape measure to wrap across your shoulder blades. The tape measure should be snug, but not tight.

Please Note: Sizing is for reference only and may not reflect the final product. Please read the FAQs for more details.

Height Options

Adjust the armor to your Height. Standard sizing is 5' 8" (175 CM). Select the option closest to your actual height. If unsure, select 1 size smaller and enter your actual size in the order comments.

Weight Options

Please select the option that is closest to your weight or next weight level greater, so our armorers can better fit your armor to your body size.

Accessory

Accessory Options

Yoroi Obi Style

Select between Standard Narrow or Large Wide Yoroi-Obi (padded belt) to be worn under your Do.

Add Sarashi Belt

Add a long cloth belt used to hold your dō firmly in place for a more comfortable with and to hold weapons and other accessories to your waist.

Add Uwa-Obi Belt

Select to add an Uwa-Obi (Outer Belt), used to hold your katana or other accessories.
Uwa-Obi (Outer Belt) by Iron Mountain Armory

Image for reference only

Extra Customization Options

Gashira (Officer): Expertly handmade from a mixture of quality traditional and modern materials, as well as some modern crafting process. This class of armor is crafted with a good attention to detail. Crafting Time: 20 to 35 Days. Materials Used: Bowl style kabuto, steel construction, traditional brocade, hemp, quality cotton, brass, copper fittings with genuine leather & and some synthetic materials might be used. (materials may differ depending on model) Our “Gashira Class” yoroi represents the next level up from our “Kachi Class.” Each suit is meticulously handcrafted by our experienced katchû-shi (armor smiths) at Iron Mountain Armory. These artisans pour their warrior spirit into every piece, using quality materials and traditional crafting methods, complemented by modern techniques, tools, and design advancements. Like the Taisho Class, each suit is heavily researched and crafted with great care for historical accuracy. The principal difference between the Gashira and Taisho classes is that the Gashira Class is crafted with a practical bowl-style kabuto (simulated laminate) and some machine-stamped parts. The Gashira Class also features subtle modern enhancements, such as grommets and spot welding, making the armor more robust and easier to maintain. Our Gashira Class samurai armor is made for collectors, exhibitions, re-enactors, and martial artists who desire an authentic “Gendai” samurai suit of armor without the additional expenses associated with the more traditional design and handcrafting methods of our Taisho Class. The Gashira Class features a more traditional Gendai design compared to the Kachi Class and includes features such as real animal hair, genuine leather, a removable or interchangeable nose, brass fittings, shoulder padding with kikko (armor plating), traditional butted mail, opposable thumbs, leg/waist support on haidate, extra materials, fittings, riveting, grommets, additional lacing options, and an included armor storage/display box (yoroi bitsu) with stand. The attention to detail is a significant step up from the Kachi Class. However, due to the handcrafted nature of many parts, there may be some blemishes that pass through our QC process. Although we strive to avoid and correct these blemishes, they are a natural occurrence in handcrafting. Taisho Class suits will have fewer, if any, of these blemishes due to the high standards and meticulous review processes.

Standard Design Options
Extra Design Options

Advanced Custom Options

For a flat fee you can add more Custom Options, making your kabuto more unique.

Shikoro Bottom Plate

If you would like to change the color of the BOTTOM PLATE of your Shikoro, you may select it here. If not it will match the option your provided above in Shikoro Color.
Bottom Plate Shikoro of Zunari Kabuto by Iron Mountain Armory

Bottom Plate Shikoro of Zunari Kabuto by Iron Mountain Armory

(Image for reference only. Options may differ between classes and models)

Shikoro Horizontal Lace

Select the Lace Color along the lower Horizontal Hanging Plates of the Shikoro (neck) and/or Tare (throat).

Shikoro Vertical Lace

This option changes the color lace (odoshi) is used along the outer bottom edge of the neck guard

Shikoro Mimi-Ito Lace

Add an extra row of lacing to your shikoro (neck guard) for an addtional cost. If left blank it may match your MAIN LACE option selected above.

Tare Bottom Plate

Select the color & finish your Tare Bottom Plate (Suso no ita) will be painted.

(This option should only be chosen if you would like the throat plates to be a different color than those of the mask.)

Tare Main Lace

This option changes the Color Lace (odoshi) used for your throat guard of the mask and will replace the “MAIN LACE COLOR” option if changed.

Tare Horizontal Lace

This option changes what color lace (odoshi) used on the lower lace that runs along the bottom plate of the throat guard. This is different from the mimi-ito.

Tare Vertical Lace

Select to change the Vertical Trim Lace for your Tare. (This is different from the Mimi-Ito.)

Tare Mimi-Ito Lace

Add an extra row of lacing to your tare (thoat guard) for an addtional cost. If left blank it may match your MAIN LACE option selected above.

Upper Chest / Back Color

Select to change the Muna-ita & Waka-ita (3 upper front / back plates) color / finish.
Muna-ita & Waka-ita (Upper Chest) Options

(If left blank it will match the CHEST COLOR option selected above.)

*Leather Options

Select the style of printed leather (egawa) used on the top Chest / Back of your armor.

Leather Trim

Select the TRIM (Kawa or Asa) you want used around the Leather areas of your armor.

Shoulder Lace Color

Select the LACE (Odoshi) Color you would like for your armor. (Click through the product images to see different Lace Colors.)

Shoulder Thread Color

Select the Color Thread used around the lace knots. If left blank it will match the Main Lace Color.

Thread Color

Shoulder Trim Option

Select the color / style of Trim / Edge used around your Tate-Eri (shoulder padding). If left blank, it will match your Main Fabric option
Trim Option

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Kusazuri Belt Option

This option offers to make your kuzazuri (skirt plate) detachable / interchangeable. Commonly used in the past for fast repair / replacement of the kuzazuri, or removable for fast and quiet movement of troops.

Kusazuri Plate & Lacing

Select the PLATE and LACE style you want for your Kusazuri / Gessan.

Kusazuri Bottom Plate

Select the Color & Finish your Kusazuri (Gessan) Bottom Plates.

Side Lace Color

Select the COLOR of the VERTICAL / SIDE LACE of your Sode.

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SKU: GBSA-1 Category: Gashira Samurai Armor (Mid Quality) Tags: Armor, Battle, Buhurt, Combat, LARP, Modern, SCA

Description

Gashira Battle Samurai Armor is the first in our new battle armor series. This armor is handcrafted from 1 to 1.5mm cold rolled, high-strength steel to meet many of the new modern combat sport safety regulations. The kabuto, Do and haidate feature areas of overlapping plating, so the armor thickness doubles in these areas to a full 3mm thickness. The menpo, kote and suneate feature 1mm thick tempered steel plating. The kote, haidate and suneate can be ordered with light padding added and/or you can add your own for added protection. The armor plating is sewn to a thick, robust hemp linen backed by a strong cotton lining for added layered protection. If you order your armor with art. silk, it will be sewn over the robust hemp linen.

The skilled armorers at the Iron Mountain Armory have worked hard to craft a fusion of new style of modern combat armor while maintaining the traditional look and style of original samurai armor. Please know while keeping the traditional style of samurai armor, there maybe some details which do not meat your sport requirements. For instance the menpo does not provide full facial and eye protection. The padding used in the armor is light pillow padding which may compress in time. There are some gaps in the armor protection which we suggest adding kikko gane under armor for better protection. Because these alterations will need to differ to meet specific requirements of different sports and because these will alter the overall protection / comfort level for the individual warrior, we believe it is best for the end user to make these modifications to best meet their own needs.

As this is a new design and addition to our product line, that we consider to be a prototype / untested in the world market, which is why we are offering a special introductory discount to our clients in hopes to receiving valuable feedback to making any needed improvements before proceeding with a new full line of Gashira Battle Samurai Armor sets. This armor is sold without proof of claim or warranty, please use at your own risk.

Features: Gashira Class crafting

Full sized and fully functional.
Variation of paint, high quality cotton odoshi colors and traditional features.
Includes display box and stand.

Average Part Weight: (varies with size and other options selected)

Kabuto: 3.72 kg
Menpo: 620 grams
Do: 10.37 kg
Sode: 2.35 kg
Kote: 1.61 kg
Haidate: 2.6 kg
Suneate: 1.5 kg
Overall weight: 22.77 kg (average)

Our skilled katchu-shi (armorers) at the Iron Mountain Armory will need at least 8 to 12 weeks, depending on options selected, and other scheduled orders, for the custom handcrafting of your samurai armor set.

Additional information

Weight	31 kg
Dimensions	52 × 54 × 56 cm

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SHIPPING & DELIVERY
Unless otherwise noted in the product description, LSE contracts Iron Mountain Armory China to hand make and ship all products. Iron Mountain Armory will drop ship directly to recipient worldwide. Shipping rates and times depend on selected courier / service, individual products, weight / size of item(s) and other details. Delivery times are not guaranteed. Orders are packed and shipped with care. Because we ship worldwide and regulations differ between countries, sometimes extra time is needed when preparing and shipping your package. We make every effort to ship each order in a timely manner.