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Haidate
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Rated 5.00 out of 5 based on 11 customer ratings
(11 customer reviews)

$289.99 $199.95 $199.95

HDT - Haidate

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

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

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

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

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


    Select the Material / Fabric to be used for your Haidate.
    Haidate Material / Fabric Option by Iron Mountain Armory

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

     

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

     

    Select the lace (odoshi) color you would like for your armor. Options to lace specific armor parts are also available in the options below.Odoshi & Mimi-Ito Options by Iron Mountain Armory
    (Click through the product images to see different Lace Options.)

    Select the lace (odoshi) color you would like for your armor. Options to lace specific armor parts are also available in the options below.Odoshi & Mimi-Ito Options by Iron Mountain Armory
    (Click through the product images to see different Lace Options.)







    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.








    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.



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

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

    Edge Padding Options for Custom Haidate by Iron Mountain Armory

    Select to Add a Support Loop to your Haidate.

    Haidate Support Loop Option by Iron Mountain Armory

    Sizing Options


    Select from Standard Size or Custom Sizing.

    Custom Haidate Sizing Options

    Measure the Circumference for your waist

    Custom Haidate Sizing Options

    Measured the distance between your Hip and Waist.Custom Haidate Sizing Options

    Measure the distance between your Waist and Knee.Custom Haidate Sizing Options

SKU: HDT Category: Armor Parts Tags: Gashira, Haidate, Sangu, Thigh Armor
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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 2 to 4 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

11 reviews for Haidate
(Thigh Guards)

1-5 of 11 reviews
  1. Jasper Moyes
    Verified owner
    October 19, 2021
    Rated 5 out of 5

    very pretty, high quality and a perfect fit

    (0) (0)
  2. Aaron T.
    Verified owner
    September 21, 2021
    Rated 5 out of 5
    (0) (0)
  3. Aaron Toone
    Verified owner
    June 21, 2021
    Rated 5 out of 5

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

    (0) (0)
  4. 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.

    (0) (0)
  5. Anonymous
    Verified owner
    August 21, 2020
    Rated 5 out of 5

    The haidate were my favorite part of my order. They fit perfectly and looked awesome. Once again the fabric and cord appears different from what I ordered online but I am very pleased with the final product.

    (0) (0)

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