--- product_id: 58547539 title: "Samurai Armour: Volume I: The Japanese Cuirass (General Military)" price: "$313.48" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/58547539-samurai-armour-volume-i-the-japanese-cuirass-general-military store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Samurai Armour: Volume I: The Japanese Cuirass (General Military) **Price:** $313.48 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Samurai Armour: Volume I: The Japanese Cuirass (General Military) - **How much does it cost?** $313.48 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/58547539-samurai-armour-volume-i-the-japanese-cuirass-general-military) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description For beauty, precision and strength, nothing has ever matched the combination of form and function found in the armour of the samurai. For a samurai, the consummate warrior, his suit of armour was so much more than 'just' protective equipment that could save his life in the heat of battle--it was the embodiment of his personality, social status and very soul. This volume, the first in a two-part series on the armour of the samurai, traces first the history of the samurai themselves and then examines the history and evolution of the cuirass or dou , the armour protecting the samurai's chest. Drawing on over 20 years of research and technical work by Trevor Absolon, a leading expert, this is a complete study of this fundamental aspect of samurai armour construction. Stunningly illustrated with photographs and diagrams throughout, this is more than just a detailed technical exploration; it is a meditation on a process that was, and still is, nothing short of an art form. Review: The most detailed book I’ve read on Japanese armor - Wow’ just wow! I make armor as an hobby and had been looking for a book that would have detailed information on Japanese armor and believe me this is the book. Everything you would want to know about Japanese armor is in this book! This is not a light read, this book is for those who really want to know the nuts and bolts of Japanese armor construction. Beautifully illustrated, containing high quality color photos with descriptions. Well worth the money! I would highly recommend this book! Review: Content - Very interesting book ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #2,080,512 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #315 in Military Antiques & Collectibles #754 in Antique & Collectible Weapons #1,859 in Military History Pictorials | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 91 Reviews | ## Images ![Samurai Armour: Volume I: The Japanese Cuirass (General Military) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91SFPtp6RsL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The most detailed book I’ve read on Japanese armor *by B***K on October 31, 2024* Wow’ just wow! I make armor as an hobby and had been looking for a book that would have detailed information on Japanese armor and believe me this is the book. Everything you would want to know about Japanese armor is in this book! This is not a light read, this book is for those who really want to know the nuts and bolts of Japanese armor construction. Beautifully illustrated, containing high quality color photos with descriptions. Well worth the money! I would highly recommend this book! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Content *by F***F on August 7, 2025* Very interesting book ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Authoritative study *by S***T on September 3, 2018* I was hugely impressed with this book and I thoroughly enjoyed it. It is a work of considerable scholarship but written in clear and accessible English. It has been structured thoughtfully, both in terms of following the chronology of armour development and in terms of understanding the various components and materials in a logical order. The encyclopaedic text its very well illustrated with a gallery of exquisite photographs and Osprey have produced an extremely handsome volume on high quality paper that is a pleasure to handle. It has the look and feel of a high-end art book and yet is of a size that makes for comfortable desktop study. By focussing on the do, the author is able not only to enter into great detail but also able to maintain a narrative of development without tangent. It just oozes authority and is undoubtedly the best work in English on the subject, one that will satisfy even the most knowledgeable enthusiast as well as those new to the subject. Highly recommended. ## Frequently Bought Together - Samurai Armour: Volume I: The Japanese Cuirass (General Military) - Samurai: An Illustrated History - Samurai Swords - A Collector's Guide: A Comprehensive Introduction to History, Collecting and Preservation - of the Japanese Sword --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/58547539-samurai-armour-volume-i-the-japanese-cuirass-general-military](https://www.desertcart.us/products/58547539-samurai-armour-volume-i-the-japanese-cuirass-general-military) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-07-11*