Oda Nobunaga (1534 -1582) played a key role in shaping the course of history in feudal Japan. His policy of unifying a country controlled by many feuding daimyo was furthered in a series of victories characterised by brilliant tactics and the first organised use of firearms. Our very affordable battle armour, constructed by the craftsmen of Hanwei, is in the yukinoshita do style, having largely solid vertical plates around the torso and incorporating all of thr elements of a suit of armour of the period. The crest of Oda Nobunaga is mounted on the helmet. The armour is wearable (within a reasonable size range!) and is supplied in the traditional laquered armour box, which, along with a wooden frame, provides the support for the stunning display.

Supplied in the customary black lacquered box which, along with an included wooden frame, provides the support for the display and insturctions
Delivery fee £30

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. 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!).

Supplied in the customary black lacquered box which, along with an included wooden frame, provides the support for the display and insturctions
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Our Japanese kabuto and mempo are superbly constructed, beautifully detailed and great value. Models AH-2082/AH-2083/AH-2088 replicate the helms of the great Daimyo Takeda Shingen, Oda Nobunaga and Date Masamune respectively.

Model AH-2081, based on a museum piece of unknown provenance, doubles as an exquisite stand for a Katana and Wakizashi set. All four pieces are equipped with leather inserts allowing them to be worn. Custom designed wooden display stands are included

Model AH-2314. The original of the kabuto (helmet) of the Dragon Armour is interesting
inasmuch as the bowl of the helmet came from the Momoyama period. The suji bachi style of bowl, with overlapped and riveted plates was typical of the finest helmet makers (katchu-shi) of this period, borne out by the signature of the Saotome smith "Ienao" on the back plate. The menpo (mask) is a typical ressei men of the type made in Nara. Mounted on a solid wood display stand, this helmet will be an outstanding addition to any collection and
will complement any décor beautifully.

Our miniture Samurai ( approximately one quarter full size) are armoured in the Sengoku period (16th century) style but the fundamental practice of lacing togetherlamellar iron plates ( to provide flexiblity and ease of movement) prevailed for several centuries. The weapons, the Yari (spear), Tachi (long sword) and Tanto (dagger) are legendary and are faithfully reproduced in miniture.

This figure isfully articulated and can beposed to grip any weapon, while the magnetised feet can be placed in any stance on the metalic base. A must for Samurai enthusiasts and a perfect accent piece for any Oriental decor.

The War Fan was an essential signaling device on the battlefield used by officers to command and direct troops. The gumbai-dansen version was typically round in shape and stiff with a prolonged stem as a handle. The fan could also be used as weapon using the handle to strike and the stiff fan to block with. Our war fan is based on an original from the Edo period and is inscribed with Chinese military philosophy from Sun Tzu’s “Art of War.” Japanese military leaders were well versed in the strategies of Sun Tzu and it is not surprising to find his maxims gracing antique war fans.