Kabuto helmet with menpo for buhurt full-contact

Kabuto + menpo is a head-and-face protection set for full-contact historical fighting. The build includes extended neck coverage and reinforced elements around the eye area to handle direct and glancing impacts. The finish is a durable industrial paint; bluing is available as an option. Versions differ by thickness and steel treatment, helping you balance protection and weight for your ruleset and training load.

Select the material type.

	Type	SKU	Price
	Tool steel 2-2,5mm	(He8-01)	$1 050
	Hardened steel 2mm	(He8-02)	$1 150

Product description

Kabuto with menpo is a Japanese-inspired helmet and face mask set (based on historical sources and prototypes) prepared for full-contact armored fighting use. The layout focuses on practical protection, stable wear under impact, and repeatable maintenance between training sessions.

Protection: extended neck coverage plus reinforced elements around the eye openings to improve safety against glancing shots and high-line strikes.
Mobility: the configuration protects the lower face without turning the helmet into a fully closed shell; correct strap setup and padding choice are key for keeping the helmet stable in clinch and falls.
Fit: geometry is designed around typical head/face anatomy (cheekbones, nose bridge, jaw line). Size and internal suspension are selected within standard sizing logic, without implying automatic one-off tailoring.
Finish durability: supplied with a resistant industrial paint coating; bluing can be chosen as an alternative finish option.
Options: versions may differ in thickness and steel treatment, allowing a practical protection-to-weight balance.

About tournament checks: coverage and construction are made with common safety requirements in mind for buhurt-style formats (IMCF, HMB, etc.). Final acceptance always depends on the specific ruleset, the item’s condition, and correct setup (padding/straps/no sharp edges).

Use & upkeep: dry the helmet and menpo after training, inspect edges and coating, and re-check fasteners regularly. Local finish wear is typically serviceable with spot touch-ups to keep the gear event-ready.