Dragon Scale Samurai Armor: Own Handcrafted Yoroi of Legends!

Rise as the Dragon with Armor Forged in Legend

The Dragon Scale Samurai Yoroi is a breathtaking masterpiece of craftsmanship and martial spirit, painstakingly handcrafted by our senior Gashira Class katchû-shi (Japanese armor smith) at Iron Mountain Armory. This unparalleled suit of armor, known as Gyorin Kozan (Dragon Scale Armor), is a testament to both strength and artistry—where beauty meets battlefield functionality.

More than 2,000 meticulously hand-cut, hand-laced dragon scale plates are fitted over a robust, laminated nimai-dō (two-section cuirass), forming a radiant defense that embodies resilience and elegance. Each scale is hand-tied with precision, a process that demands over 220 hours of dedicated labor, ensuring your yoroi is as enduring as the spirit of the dragon itself.

This set features a traditional hachi byo-toji zunari kabuto (helmet with raised rivets) and a classic tosei okegawa dō (clam-shell cuirass), with optional adornments such as water buffalo horns and brass-plated scales for added majesty. Weighing approximately 50 lbs (22.7 kg), this imposing armor is nearly double the weight of standard suits, offering both formidable protection and imposing presence.

Fully functional, full-sized, and endlessly customizable, the Dragon Scale Samurai Yoroi is a living tribute to the invincible heart of the warrior. Our katchû-shi are honored to tailor this suit to your needs, with numerous options for color, lace, helmet, menpō (mask), and accessories. Let this armor awaken your inner dragon and inspire awe in all who gaze upon you.

Key Features & Benefits:

Gashira Class crafting with over 2,000 hand-laced dragon scales

Full-sized & fully functional for battle, training, or prestigious display

Hachi Byo-toji Zunari Kabuto & Okegawa Do with brass scale accents (optional)

Customizable color, lace, helmet, mask, crest & personal sizing

Includes deluxe display box & wooden stand

Shipping Information:

Handcrafted with exceptional care by our senior katchû-shi. Please allow at least 2 weeks for detailed crafting & preparation before shipping.

Channel the spirit of the dragon—wear the armor of legends.

To see the class differences, please view Kachi Vs. Gashira.

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.

Description

Rise as the Dragon with Armor Forged in Legend

Key Features & Benefits:

Gashira Class crafting with over 2,000 hand-laced dragon scales
Full-sized & fully functional for battle, training, or prestigious display
Hachi Byo-toji Zunari Kabuto & Okegawa Do with brass scale accents (optional)
Customizable color, lace, helmet, mask, crest & personal sizing
Includes deluxe display box & wooden stand

Shipping Information:

Handcrafted with exceptional care by our senior katchû-shi. Please allow at least 2 weeks for detailed crafting & preparation before shipping.

Channel the spirit of the dragon—wear the armor of legends.

To see the class differences, please view Kachi Vs. Gashira.

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.

Additional information

Weight	27 kg
Dimensions	52 × 52 × 66 cm
Gift Card Value

2 reviews for Dragon Scale Gashira Yoroi

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An amazing suit of armour
Reviewer

April 1, 2014

I worked with Michael to customize this suit of armour with water buffalo horns and a custom fit. This was a very large purchase and I was kept up to date on it’s progress and even received pictures of my armour being made. Outstanding customer service! The armour fits and moves perfectly, flawless in design. The armour itself is something out of a fairytale.

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Reviewer

November 25, 2013

The armor itself is more beautiful than I believed it would be. The pictures do not do this armor justice. The overall quality and attention to detail is outstanding. This is my 2nd suite of armor I’ve purchased from this website and I am amazed that this armor is even better than the last. The level of customer service is incredible too. I am a true loyal customer and would recommend any of the beautifully crafted armor from this armory to anyone. Thank you!

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Dragon Scale Gashira Yoroi

Standard Suit Options

Kabuto Options

Chest Options

Kote Options

Sizing Options

Accessory Options

Extra Customization Options

Advanced Paint Options

Custom Lace Options

Rise as the Dragon with Armor Forged in Legend

Key Features & Benefits:

Shipping Information:

Channel the spirit of the dragon—wear the armor of legends.

Description

Rise as the Dragon with Armor Forged in Legend

Key Features & Benefits:

Shipping Information:

Channel the spirit of the dragon—wear the armor of legends.

Additional information

2 reviews for Dragon Scale Gashira Yoroi

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

Select the STYLE OF KABUTO (helmet) for your Armor. Please click the "ORDER OPTIONS EXPLAINED" link at the bottom left of the page for more details. To keep the standard style for this model armor leave pre-selected option "As Seen".

This option is available for Suji-Bachi Style Helmets, and allows you to chose how many plates are used to craft the “bowl” section of your helmet. The Standard Option is “Simulated” which means the helmet bowl will be crafted from a single sheet of steel and made to look like it is crafted from several pieces.

Select the Linen Material or Art. Silk Brocade used for your Armor parts.

Select the Leather Color and/or Egawa (pattern) used of your armor parts. (Haidate (armored apron), Light or Medium Suneate (shin armor))

Select the style of Suneate (shin armor) you would like for your armor. (Picture is for reference only.)

Select to upgrade your standard black lacquer Yoroi Bitsu (storage box & stand) to a natural lacquer Deluxe Bitsu with "dove tailed" joints.

Choose to add Samurai or Custom Mon (symbol) to your Yoroi Bitsu (armor box). Custom Mon's needs to be e-mailed to us in a mono-color, “Clip-Art” format.(Click through the product images to see different Standard Mon Options.)

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.)

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

Customize the visor of your helmet with embosed eyebrows and/or wrinkles.

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.

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

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)

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)

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.

This option is for the waist circumference of the Dō (chest armor). 5: Place a tape measure on your navel (belly button) and straight around your waist, finishing at your navel. 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.

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.

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.

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 Traditional Straw Sandals to your order. Select 1 size smaller.

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.

Select the color and finish for your Fukigaeshi (ears) of your kabuto.

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

Select the color & finish your Sode Bottom Plates (Suso no ita) will be painted. (Image for reference only. Options may differ between classes and models)

Select to change the Kusazuri (Skirt) Color / Finish. (If left blank it will match the MAIN ARMOR COLOR option selected above.)

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

Select the color used for the BOTTOM HORIZONTAL LACE, on ALL Bottom Hanging Plates. (If left blank MAIN LACE COLOR will be used) (Image for reference only. Options may differ between classes and models)

Select the Vertical and Horizontal ACCENT lacing for your armor set. (If left blank MAIN LACE COLOR will be used) (Image for reference only. Options may differ between classes and models)