Hanwei Armour

Product Type: Hanwei – Armour Dating from the 15th century, the Barbuta (AH1090) shows a strong resemblance to much older Corinthian helms. Originating in Italy, the Barbuta saw widespread use throughout Europe. Fully wearable, the helm is constructed in 18 gauge steel and fitted with an adjustable liner. KEY FEATURES: Stainless for minimal maintenance Fully [...]

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Product Type: Hanwei – Armour One of two combat helms in the CAS line (the other has fixed facial bars, see AH2109), the AH2108 is crafted in 14 gauge steel with welded bar attachments and a hinged faceplate. Finish is satin black and the interior is unfinished for customization to individual preferences. KEY FEATURES: Fully [...]

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Product Type: Hanwei – Armour Constructed in stainless steel, the Mail Coif (AH1091) is free of the maintenance problems associated with mild steel versions. The 1 cm. diameter rings are formed from 1 mm. (0.04 ) wire, for a weight of approximately 4.75 lbs. The unpolished stainless steel links provide the ultimate in corrosion protection [...]

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Product Type: Hanwei – Armour Replicating European suits of armour from the second half of the 16th century, these fully articulated pieces are made to one third scale. All are made to the highest quality standards and will be the focal point of any home decor. Each piece is complete with its own sword. Our [...]

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Product Type: Hanwei – Armour The Spangenhelm (AH2191N)is based on an 11th century piece. This style of conical helemt construction, whereby overlapping metal straps or “spangen” were riveted to dished metal plates to form a skull cap, is known to date back to the 6th century and was used as late as the 15th century. [...]

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Product Type: Hanwei – Armour 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 [...]

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Product Type: Hanwei – Armour The Barbuta Helm (AH2192N) replicates a 15th century helm that was popular throughout Europe. Bearing a strong resemblance to the helmets of the ancient Corinthians, the Barbuta (or Barbute) was found not only with the facial cutout shape shown in our model but with a T-shaped cutout (no nasal) and [...]

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Product Type: Hanwei – Armour Oda Nobunaga (1534 – 1582) played a key role in shaping the course of history in fuedal Japan. His policy of unifying a country controlled by many fueding daimyo (warlords) was furthered in a series of victories characterized by brilliant tactics and the first organized use of firearms. His unification [...]

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Product Type: Hanwei – Armour The Gjermundbu Helm (AH2190N), is based on a classic Viking helm found in a Norwegian burial mound. Found in nine fragments, the helm has been re-constructed and is now housed in the Museum of National Antiquites in Oslo. It dates from around 970 CE and is considered to be the [...]

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Product Type: Hanwei – Armour The original of the kabuto (helmet) of the Dragon Armour (AH2193) 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 [...]

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