Description

Secure Your Sode with Strength and Style!

For centuries, the byo no kogai kanamono has been an essential component of sode (shoulder armor), blending functionality with ornate craftsmanship. These decorative brass fittings were designed not only to reinforce the armor but also to ensure stability in battle. The kogai kanamono consists of an elegant, elongated brass plate that anchors the mizunomi-no-kan (support ring) to the sode, distributing force across the sane-ita (armor plates) and reducing tension from the mizu-nomi no o (cord). This cord secures the sode to the back of the do (cuirass) by looping through the agemaki no kan (decorative bow ring), preventing forward slippage during combat.

At Iron Mountain Armory, our Gashira Class byo no kogai kanamono is faithfully molded from an early Edo-period antique, ensuring historical accuracy and functionality. Crafted from durable brass alloy, it is perfect for both antique restorations and modern armor upgrades. Whether you’re maintaining an heirloom piece or assembling a new set of yoroi, this fitting will bring authenticity and strength to your sode.

Applications & Uses:

• Secure sode (shoulder guards) in place during movement and combat.
• Enhance or restore antique or reproduction yoroi.
• Improve the balance and stability of your armor.
• Maintain traditional aesthetics with a historically accurate design.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Authentic Edo-Era Design: Modeled from an antique for historical accuracy.
• Durable Brass Construction: Provides long-lasting reinforcement for sode.
• Easy Installation: Simple hand-tool assembly, fits most antique and reproduction armor.
• Functional & Decorative: Supports sode while enhancing the armor’s visual appeal.
• Sold as a Set: Includes 1 decorative brass bar, 1 ring, and 2 rivets—sufficient for one sode (order two for both shoulder guards).

Shipping Information:

Our dedicated artisans will ensure careful processing and preparation. Please allow 3 to 5 days for processing and crafting for this item.