Gambeson cuisses, bovenbeenbeschermers Schaal- en lamelpantser the grip wrapping is made

the grip wrapping is made of black cotton in the classical Hineri-Maki style and the katana has a black lacquered scabbard (saya) in the Kuroro style

50 cm long with a blade of 94 cm and it weighs 992 grams

According to the legend kappas have a weakness for pickles

This is a surcoat that could be worn over the suit of armour or hauberk and it was used for protection against heat and dust

The weapon featured a hammerhead with a long point

Gambeson cuisses, bovenbeenbeschermers Schaal- en lamelpantser the grip wrapping is madeThis leg padding has a hard leather knee cap for extra security. The leg padding consists of five layers of linen covered with pieces of wool and an exterior canvas layer. They can be adjusted in size with the straps at the back.