SPECIAL OFFER - Original ’VANGUARD’ Extra Protective KendoStar Bogu Set

Name: *SPECIAL OFFER* - Original ’VANGUARD’ Extra Protective KendoStar Bogu Set
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SKU: VANGSET-1
Price: 495.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

£ 495.00 GBP

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PERFECT FOR *ALL* LEVELS OF KENDOKA. VANGUARD is purpose-built to be extremely protective—ideal for beginners and advanced practitioners who often act as Motodachi.

In Stock: Most orders dispatch within one business day.

Measuring Guide

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(A) Chin tip ➝ crown (front of ears)

Mouth closed; tape fairly tight (not squeezing). Hold position while a helper reads.

(B) Forehead circumference

Measure at the widest point (hat line), above ears and eyebrows.

Have someone assist for best accuracy.

(D) Wrist joint ➝ tip of middle finger

(E) Around knuckles & palm (diagonal)

(F) Palm circumference (closed hand)

Key Specifications

Men futon: extra-wide 10 mm Pitch-zashi + additional inner padding for exceptional cushioning.

Mendare: tighter 5 mm Naname-zashi for shaping and durability.

IBB Mengane with reinforced titanium bars in the strike zone—light yet strong; excellent balance.

Uchiwa uses quick-dry, micro-bacterial felt for better hygiene and odour resistance.

Kote: matching 10 mm Pitch-zashi with extra strike-zone padding; flexible, durable wrist cut; tough synthetic palms; Yoroi-Kazari fists.

Do: standard toughened black 50-piece synthetic Do-dai with Kurozan Mune (choice of design).

Tare: elegant look with 10 mm soft Mae-Obi; panels at 5 mm for shape & durability.

Men — Cushioning & Balance

10 mm Pitch-zashi with extra padding; 5 mm Naname on Mendare; IBB Mengane with reinforced bars; hygienic quick-dry felt.

Kote — Protection & Mobility

10 mm Pitch-zashi with added strike-zone padding; flexible wrist cut; durable synthetic palms; Yoroi-Kazari for dexterity.

Do — Tough & Classic

Standard toughened black 50-piece Do-dai with Kurozan Mune; choose your favourite Mune design.

Tare — Shape & Durability

Soft 10 mm Mae-Obi for comfort; 5 mm panel stitch for crisp shape and longevity.

Mune Designs

Souzashi

Tsubasa Kazari

Customize Your Look

Do-Dai Colour Options

Pick your Do finish for a bespoke set.

Please note: Changing the Do-Dai from Standard Black may increase production time by ~10–12 weeks.

From our founder, Andy Fisher: “VANGUARD continues my tradition of building highly protective, comfortable Bogu that supports beginners and instructors alike—especially when receiving hard strikes. It’s designed for real-world dojo use as well as sharp presentation.”