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Samurai Haidate (Samurai Thigh Guards) Yoroi by Iron Mountain Armory

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Haidate
(Thigh Guards)

Name: Haidate (Thigh Guards)
Brand: Samurai Armor Parts
SKU: HDT
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.00 (12 reviews)

Rated 5.00 out of 5 based on 12 customer ratings

(12 customer reviews)

Original price was: $289.99.Current price is: $199.95. $199.95

HDT – Haidate

Standard Options

*Class Level

Select between Gashira & Taisho class.
(Option & Design may vary slightly between classes)

*Haidate Option

This option tells us which style of haidate you would like us to craft for you.

*Haidate Option

This option tells us which style of haidate you would like us to craft for you.

*Armor Color

Select the color & finish your armor will be painted. (Click through the product images to see details of different Paint Options.)

*Armor Color

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

*Material Option

Select the Material / Fabric to be used for your Haidate.

*Gashira Leather Option

Select the Leather or Egawa you would like used for your Haidate
Haidate Leather / Egawa Option by Iron Mountain Armory

*Taisho Leather Option

Select the Leather or Egawa you would like used for your Haidate
Haidate Leather / Egawa Option by Iron Mountain Armory

*Lace Color

Select the lace (odoshi) color you would like for your armor. Options to lace specific armor parts are also available in the options below. (Click through the product images to see different Lace Options.)

*Lace Color

Select the lace (odoshi) color you would like for your armor. Options to lace specific armor parts are also available in the options below. (Click through the product images to see different Lace Options.)

*Temper Armor Plates

Select to Heat Temper your steel armor plates to Add more toughness. Your armor will be heated to 700 degrees, making it more resilient and less likely to dent or break upon hard impacts. Best for Martial Arts Training, LARP & SCA Sports.

*Mockup (Picture Simulation)

Select to receive a Digital Picture Mockup (Simulation) of your order. We will email you a Mockup for your review before we start crafting your item. You can Approve or request Changes before we start crafting your item.

*Padding Options

Add PADDING to the inside of your haidate for extra protection.

*Edging Options

Select to have NO EDGE (Sengoku Era) or ADD PADDED EDGE (Edo Era) to your Haidate.

*Add Support Loop

Select to Add a Support Loop to your Haidate.

Sizing Options

*Sizing Options

Select from Standard Size or Custom Sizing.

Custom Haidate Sizing Options

*5: Waist Circumference

Measure the Circumference for your waist

Custom Haidate Sizing Options

*F: Hip Length

Measured the distance between your Hip and Waist.

*G: Thigh Length

Measure the distance between your Waist and Knee.

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SKU: HDT Category: Samurai Armor Parts Tags: Gashira, Haidate, Sangu, Thigh Armor

Description

Haidate, or thigh guards, are one of the three principle parts of the armor (called Sangu), that protected the extremities of the samurai in Feudal Japan. These thigh guards started to feature new designs towards the mid-Muromachi Period (~1450). It was a time when the samurai started fighting more on foot rather than horseback. Many warriors of this period found it to be too cumbersome and uncomfortable. They often disdained using the haidate favoring freedom of movement and speed but eventually accepted the haidate for the needed protection.

As they became more of a necessity and the haidate developed, crafters sought to increase the comfort factor by adding leg straps to the back. They added a leather loop at the front and center of the haidate. It could attach to the do, or be tied around the shoulders and supported like a pair of suspenders. Towards the end of the Sengoku Period, padding was also added to the outer edges to help protect against glancing blows.

Traditionally haidate were crafted using linen, leather, brocade and/or silk materials with iron plating and sometimes kasari (chainmail) that was sewn to the thigh sections. The plates where often overlapped like roof tiles and took the form of different shapes and patterns. Some warriors preferred spacing the plates out, and then added kasari between the plates to allow more flexibility.

To learn more about the unique history and development of Sangu armor like the Haidate, you can read more in our blog article “About Sangu and Sode Armor Parts.”

Features: Traditional design in a variety of different styles.

Optional material, paint color, designs and styles.
Custom design is available. Send us an image of the design you would like.
EDGING OPTIONS: Padded edges are Edo style. No edging is Sengoku Period style.
A kosaru-gawa can be added for additional support.

Our skilled katchû-shi (armorers) at the Iron Mountain Armory will need at least 1 to 2 weeks, depending on options selected, and other scheduled orders, for the custom handcrafting of your reproduction samurai item.

For more information, please review our Order Options Explained, Glossary Terms or FAQ Pages. You can also Contact Us directly. We are always happy to be of service.

References: Samurai 1550–1600 – By Anthony J Bryant

Additional information

Weight	3 kg
Dimensions	36 × 36 × 12 cm

Reviews (12)

12 reviews for Haidate
(Thigh Guards)

1-5 of 12 reviews

Verified owner Eric
Verified owner

September 21, 2023

Rated 5 out of 5
Just got them, but they seem well made. The style I picked conform to the shape oh my leg nicely, and you could forget they are on.

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Verified owner Jasper Moyes
Verified owner

October 19, 2021

Rated 5 out of 5
very pretty, high quality and a perfect fit

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Verified owner Aaron T.
Verified owner

September 21, 2021

Rated 5 out of 5

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Verified owner Aaron Toone
Verified owner

June 21, 2021

Rated 5 out of 5
I ordered these as part of a set, and they are phenomenal!

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Jonas
Verified owner

August 25, 2020

Rated 5 out of 5
I ordered without padding which I can recommend as in my opinion it looks better and is perfectly comfortable.
The corners on the lower outermost plates are a little sharp (getting caught in clothing etc) but that can be easily filed down. However if you get a special paint which is difficult to replicate yourself you might want to add this to your order specs.

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Shipping & Delivery

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.