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Ressei Somen Taisho
(Fierce Full Mask Armor)

Ressei Somen Taisho<br> <em>(Fierce Full Mask Armor)</em>
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SKU: MPO-RES-1T

Original price was: $579.99.Current price is: $492.94. $492.94

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    Each option has a ? next to it. Click or Tap the ? to show a summarized explanation of the option.
    For full explanations please click the "ORDER OPTIONS EXPLAINED" link at the bottom left of the page.

    Select the Color & Finish of your Menpo (Face Armor).
    Menpo Color Finish Option by Iron Mountain Armory

    Select the Color & Finish for your Tare.

    Tare Color & Finish Option by Iron Mountain Armory

    Select the Lace (odoshi) Color you would like for your Menpo.
    Menpo / Tare Lace Option by Iron Mountain Armory
    (Options to lace specific armor parts are also available in the options below.)

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

    Select the Color of Teeth you want for your menpo.

    Teeth options for Menpo / Mengu by Iron Mountain Armory

    Select to add a FULL Brass Trim (Fukurin) to the Tare or the Bottom Plate Edge ONLY.
    Fukurin Options for Taisho Class by Iron Mountain Armory

    Select the Plate Style for your Tare.


    Tare Plate Style for Menpo by Iron Mountain Armory

    Select the Leather / Egawa you want for your Nodowa.

    Taisho Nodowa by Iron Mountain Armory

    Select the Leather Trim used for your Nodowa tare.





    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.

    Choose to add a museum-quality Display Stand to your order.Iron Mountain Armory Menpo Display Stand

    Advanced Options

    For a small extra fee, we can customise your Menpo much further with many additional options.

    Extra Options

    Select the Color & Finish of your Tare Bottom Plate (Suso no ita).

    Tare Bottom Accent Plate by Iron Mountain Armory

    Select the Lace Color used for the Horizontal Lace for your Tare.
    Tare Horizontal Lace (Odoshi) Option by Iron Mountain Armory
    (This is different from the mimi-ito.)

    Select the Lace Color used for the Vertical Lace on the Tare.

    Tare Vertical Side Lace Option by Iron Mountain Armory
    (Image for reference only. Options may differ between classes and models)

    Select the Mimi-Ito (Trim Lace) used for your Tare.

    Tare Mimi-Ito Lace Odoshi Option by Iron Mountain Armory
    (Image for reference only.)

    Select the number of Tare Plates you want for your mengu.

    Tare Plate Quantity Option by Iron Mountain Armory

Command the Battlefield with Fierce Samurai Elegance

The Ressei Somen (So-Men – Full Mask) is a full-faced mengu (facial armor) traditionally worn by Samurai warriors and Daimyo during Japan’s Sengoku and Edo periods. This Gendai (modern) reproduction meticulously replicates an authentic historical so-men samurai mask, providing complete facial protection.

This striking Taisho Class Ressei Somen features an intimidating expression with detailed facial wrinkles (shiwa), attachment posts (odayori ore kugi), detachable nose guard (hana), ear covers (mimi), and a throat guard (tare). This beautifully crafted mask enhances your samurai armor (yoroi) or stands alone as an impressive centerpiece on your shelf, desk, or in a collection.

Iron Mountain Armory ensures each menpo is crafted using traditional methods, making them fully functional for martial arts, reenactments, LARP events, cosplay, or historical displays. Customize your Ressei Somen with various tare, paint finishes, art silk laces, and mustache styles to suit your warrior spirit.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Traditional and historically accurate design
  • Full-sized and fully functional
  • Customizable with various tare, paint, silk lace, and mustache options
  • Optional display stand available

Shipping Information

Each Ressei Somen is handcrafted to order. Please allow 2 to 3 weeks for crafting and preparation. Your custom handcrafted item will then be ready to ship.

 

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:  “The Samurai Armour Glossary” by Ian Bottomley & David Thatcher  /  “The Watanabe Art Museum Samurai Armour Collection Volume 1: Kabuto & Mengu” By Trevor Absolon

 

Description

Command the Battlefield with Fierce Samurai Elegance

The Ressei Somen (So-Men – Full Mask) is a full-faced mengu (facial armor) traditionally worn by Samurai warriors and Daimyo during Japan’s Sengoku and Edo periods. This Gendai (modern) reproduction meticulously replicates an authentic historical so-men samurai mask, providing complete facial protection.

This striking Taisho Class Ressei Somen features an intimidating expression with detailed facial wrinkles (shiwa), attachment posts (odayori ore kugi), detachable nose guard (hana), ear covers (mimi), and a throat guard (tare). This beautifully crafted mask enhances your samurai armor (yoroi) or stands alone as an impressive centerpiece on your shelf, desk, or in a collection.

Iron Mountain Armory ensures each menpo is crafted using traditional methods, making them fully functional for martial arts, reenactments, LARP events, cosplay, or historical displays. Customize your Ressei Somen with various tare, paint finishes, art silk laces, and mustache styles to suit your warrior spirit.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Traditional and historically accurate design
  • Full-sized and fully functional
  • Customizable with various tare, paint, silk lace, and mustache options
  • Optional display stand available

Shipping Information

Each Ressei Somen is handcrafted to order. Please allow 2 to 3 weeks for crafting and preparation. Your custom handcrafted item will then be ready to ship.

 

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:  “The Samurai Armour Glossary” by Ian Bottomley & David Thatcher  /  “The Watanabe Art Museum Samurai Armour Collection Volume 1: Kabuto & Mengu” By Trevor Absolon

 

Additional information

Weight 0.65 kg
Dimensions 20 × 20 × 18 cm

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