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Suji Bachi Kabuto Gashira Class

Suji Bachi Kabuto Gashira Class
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Samurai Armor Paint Color & Finish Options by Iron Mountain Armory
Odoshi Lace For Samurai Armor, Clothing & Accessories
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Samurai Menpo Mustache & Beard Options by Iron Mountain Armory
Kabuto Terms and Options by Iron Mountain Armory
Fukigaeshi Crest Suemon Kabuto Option
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Samurai Mon Crest Options by Iron Mountain Armory
Samurai Mon Crest Options by Iron Mountain Armory
Samurai Mon Crest Options by Iron Mountain Armory
Maedate Brass Crest options for Samurai Armor by Iron Mountain Armory
Maedate Brass Crest options for Samurai Armor by Iron Mountain Armory
Egawa (Printed Leather) for Samurai Armor

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Original price was: $525.00.Current price is: $474.95.

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  • Click ? for option details


    Standard Options

    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.

    *Crest Options


    Kabuto Crest

    Select to change, customize or remove the front crest (maedate) on the helmet. You can select a standard brass mon (symbol), your own custom mon / logo or a wooden or brass design. Please reference our "Order Options Explained" page for more details and reference. (Click through the product images to see different Standard Mon Options and referenced number.)

    Crest (Maedate) Example by Iron Mountain Armory

    *Number of Plates


    Kabuto Plate Construction

    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.

    Laminated Kabuto Example by Iron Mountain Armory

    *Fukigaeshi Style

    Select between Small or Large fukigaeshi (ears) for your kabuto.
    Fukigaeshi Options by Iron Mountain Armory

    *Shikoro / Tare Plate Style

    Select the style of Shikoro and Tare plating you would like for your kabuto and menpo

    *Kabuto Color


    Kabuto Color

    Select the Color & Finish for your kabuto (top section of helmet). (Click through the product images to see details of different Paint Options.)

    Kabuto Color Options by Iron Mountain Armory

    *Shikoro Color


    Shikoro Color

    Select the Color & Finish for your Shikoro (Neck Guard). (You can change the BOTTOM PLATE using "Advanced Custom Options" below.)

    Shikoro Color Options by Iron Mountain Armory

    *Main Lace Color


    Main Lace Color

    Select the Main Lace Color (odoshi) you would like for your Shikoro (neck) and Tare (throat) guard to be. (You can customize your lace patterns by using the "Advanced Custom Options" below.)

    Main Lace Color of Kabuto by Iron Mountain Armory

    *Rivet Option


    Kabuto Rivet

    Select if you would like your helmet to be smooth or have raised rivets.

    Kabuto Rivet Options by Iron Mountain Armory

    *Temper Armor Plates


    Heat Tempering / Upgrade

    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.

    *Mockup (Picture Simulation)


    Mockup

    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.

    Menpo Options

    Menpo Style


    Menpō (Face Armor)

    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.

    Gashira menpo Options by Iron Mountain Armory

    Menpo Color


    Menpo Color & Finish

    Select the Color & Finish of your Menpo (Face Armor).

    Menpo Color Finish Option by Iron Mountain Armory

    Tare Color


    Tare Color

    Select the main Color and Finish you want your menpo's Tare (Throat guard). You can make the bottom plate a different color by using the "Advanced Custom Options" below.

    Tare Color & Finish Option by Iron Mountain Armory

    Mustache Style


    Menpo Mustache

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

    menpo mustache options

    Nose Style


    Nose Style

    Add more character to your armor set by changing the nose to a Tengu (bird's) nose.

    Gashira Class Menpo Nose Options

    Beard Options


    Menpo Color

    Select the main color and finish your mask and throat guard will be painted. You can paint the bottom plate a different color by using the "Advanced Custom Options" below.

    Taisho Yoroi Paint Options by Iron Mountain Armory

    Ornamental Options

    *Leather Options

    Add Leather or EGAWA (printed leather) to the visor and ears of your helmet.
    If you would prefer to have leather / egawa on the ears or visor only, please request in it in the Order Notes while checking out. 
    Egawa for Samurai Armor Yoroi by Iron Mountain Armory

     

    *Kawa Fukurin

    Select the Trim Material around the edge of the Visor and Fukigaeshi.
    Kawa Fukurin by Iron Mountain ArmoryRequired if EGAWA is selected.

    *Trim Options


    Kabuto Trim Options

    Select this option to add a metal trim (fukurin) around the outer edges of your helmet. This option might differ depending on model and/or different options selected.

    Fukurin by Iron Mountain Armory

    Visor Options


    Kabuto Visor

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

    Kabuto Visor Options - Miage Shiwa - Mayu

    Ring Option


    Kasa Jirushi no Kan (Helmet Ring)

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

    Kasa Jirushi No Kan

    Fukigaeshi Mons


    Fukigaeshi Mon

    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.)

    Ponytail Options


    Kabuto Ponytail

    Add a horse or yak ponytail to the top of your helmet. This option might differ depending on model and/or different options selected.

    Ii Naomasa Taisho Zunari Kabuto

    Antler & Horns


    Antler & Horn options

    Select to add Deer Antlers, Water Buffalo Horns, Wooden Horns or Waki-Date (Flat Wooden Horns) to your kabuto.

    Antler & Horn Options by Iron Mountain Armory

    Display Options

    Display Options


    Kabuto Display Option

    Select to receive your kabuto with the Standard, Deluxe or Iki-Nigyo.

    Deluxe Kabuto Display Stand by Iron Mountain Armory
    Display Option: Iki-Nigyo by Iron Mountain Armory

    Kabuto Bitsu


    Kabuto Display Option

    Add a Decorative Wooden Box to display and storage your kabuto.

    Kabuto Bitsu

  • Advanced Custom Options


    Extra Design Options

    For a small extra fee, we can customise your Kabuto much further with many additional options. Please click the "ORDER OPTIONS EXPLAINED" link at the bottom left of the page for more details.

    Advanced Custom Options

    For a flat fee you can add more Custom Options, making your kabuto more unique.

    Shikoro Bottom Plate


    Shikoro Bottom Plate Color

    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 in Shikoro Color.

    (Image for reference only. Options may differ between classes and models)

    Shikoro Horizontal Lace


    Horizontal Lace Color

    Select the Lace Color along the lower Horizontal Hanging Plates of the Shikoro (neck) and/or Tare (throat).

    Kabuto & Menpo Horizontal Lace Option by Iron Mountain Armory

    Shikoro Vertical Lace


    Vertical Lace Color

    This option changes the color lace (odoshi) is used along the outer bottom edge of the neck guard

    Kabuto & Menpo Vertical Lace Option by Iron Mountain Armory

    Shikoro Mimi-Ito Lace


    Shikoro Mimi-Ito Lace

    Add an extra row of lacing to your shikoro (neck guard) for an additional cost. If left blank it may match your MAIN LACE option selected above.

    Kabuto Terms and Options by Iron Mountain Armory

    Tare Bottom Plate


    Tare Bottom Plate Color

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

    Tare Bottom Accent Plate by Iron Mountain Armory

    Tare Lace Color


    Menpo Lace Color

    Select the Lace (odoshi) Color you would like for your Menpo. (Options to lace specific armor parts are also available in the options below.)

    Menpo / Tare Lace Option by Iron Mountain Armory

    Tare Horizontal Lace


    Tare Horizontal Lace Color

    Select the Lace Color used for the Horizontal Lace for your Tare. (This is different from the mimi-ito.)

    Tare Horizontal Lace (Odoshi) Option by Iron Mountain Armory

    Tare Vertical Lace


    Tare Vertical Lace Color

    Select the Lace Color used for the Vertical Lace on the Tare. (Image for reference only. Options may differ between classes and models)

    Tare Vertical Side Lace Option by Iron Mountain Armory

    Tare Mimi-Ito Lace


    Tare Mimi-Ito

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

    Tare Mimi-Ito Lace Odoshi Option by Iron Mountain Armory

Description

A Bold Statement of Rank, Detail, and Samurai Discipline

The Gashira Suji-Bachi Kabuto is a handcrafted samurai helmet forged in the traditional suji-bachi style, known for its raised ridges—suji—that highlight the precise joining of multiple ken (plates) to form the bachi (bowl). This iconic design, dating back to the Sengoku and Edo periods, symbolizes the strength, precision, and dedication of the samurai class.

Crafted by Iron Mountain Armory’s skilled Gashira-class katchū-shi (armorers), this helmet is available in two forms:

  • Laminated Suji-Bachi: Built from individually cut, shaped, and riveted steel plates. Spot welding is sometimes used for reinforcement while preserving the handcrafted integrity.

  • Simulated Suji-Bachi: Offers a more economical option, using copper tubing to imitate the ridges. These simulated so fukurin (decorative moldings) can be painted over or left bare upon request for a more authentic look.

The kabuto shown is configured with 18 plates, kiritsuke kozane (simulated narrow scale) shikoro (neck guard) and tare (throat guard), complete with copper fukurin (rim edging) and custom fukigaeshi mon (crest emblems) for an extra touch of refinement. Fully laced in kebiki-odoshi (full lacing), the design balances beauty and function, showcasing the status of a Gashira (non-commissioned officer) samurai.

Each helmet is full-sized and fully functional, suitable for martial arts training, reenactment, or display. You can further customize your kabuto by selecting your preferred mengu (facial armor)—either menpō (half-face with nose) or hanbō (lower face only)—and even add unique mustache styles for a personal touch.

This kabuto stands as a proud testament to the warrior’s path—blending historical craftsmanship with modern customizability.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Authentic Multi-Plate Design: Choose between true laminated suji-bachi construction or simulated so fukurin ridges.

  • Customizable Components: Select paint finish, odoshi (lace) color, mon, fukurin, and mengu to match your warrior persona.

  • Kiritsuke Kozane Armor Detailing: Simulated scale lames replicate traditional Japanese armor techniques.

  • Full Kebiki-Odoshi Lacing: Dense lacing provides a rich and traditional look, showcasing skilled craftsmanship.

  • Includes Portable Stand: Display your kabuto with pride when not in use.

Shipping Information

Each Gashira Suji-Bachi Kabuto is made to order with care and precision. Please allow 1 to 2 weeks for processing and handcrafted assembly before shipment.


Option

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.

Reference: “The Samurai Armour Glossary” by Ian Bottomley and David Thatcher

Additional information

Weight 2.75 kg
Dimensions 35 × 35 × 35 cm

1 review for Suji Bachi Kabuto Gashira Class

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  1. Logan Browning
    Verified owner

    Love the kabuto, looks great on display in my room and even better when worn. The crafts put their heart and soul in the making and I couldn’t be happier. And any time I had a question or concern the IMA team was quick to respond and was very respectful. Excellent work.

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