{"product_id":"new-naginata-model-vanguard-praetor-premium-kendostar-bogu-set","title":"*NEW* - NAGINATA MODEL ‘VANGUARD PRAETOR’ Premium KendoStar Bogu Set","description":"\u003c!-- ================================\n  VANGUARD PRAETOR — Premium Product Page (Naginata Version)\n  - Scoped, modern styling (safe for Shopify themes)\n  - Carded “tables”, responsive video, retina-friendly tiles\n  - Updated links to NEW Mune \u0026 Do-Dai pages\n================================ --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  \/* ---------- Scope \u0026 Theme ---------- *\/\n  .ks-wrap * { box-sizing: border-box; }\n  .ks-wrap {\n    --ink: #111827;\n    --muted: #6b7280;\n    --soft: #f8fafc;\n    --tile: #f3f4f6;\n    --accent: #7e69ab;\n    --accent-2: #0ea5e9;\n    --ok: #10b981;\n    --warn: #b91c1c;\n    --star: #f59e0b;\n    font-family: var(--font-body-family, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif);\n    color: var(--ink);\n  }\n\n  \/* ---------- Headings \/ Body ---------- *\/\n  .ks-center { text-align: center; 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color: var(--muted); text-align: center; margin: 8px 0; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- HERO --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ks-hero ks-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"ks-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeloved VANGUARD features — now in a NEW premium grade set!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin-top: 0;\" class=\"ks-title\"\u003eNOW AVAILABLE FOR \u003cem\u003eNAGINATA\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ks-lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVANGUARD PRAETOR\u003c\/strong\u003e takes the most popular traits from our best-selling VANGUARD set—comfort, durability, and protection—and elevates them with premium materials and refined aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Responsive Video --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-video\" aria-label=\"VANGUARD PRAETOR — Product Overview\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/s6wICOtA6HE\" title=\"VANGUARD PRAETOR — Product Video\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-chipline\" aria-label=\"Highlights\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ks-chip\"\u003ePremium-grade build\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ks-chip\"\u003eFully reinforced Aizome deerskin\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ks-chip\"\u003e8 mm protective futon\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ks-chip\"\u003eIBB Duralumin Mengane\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"ks-chip\"\u003eNaginata version\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- Ratings --\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"Product ratings\" class=\"ks-ratings\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-rate\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eComfort\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ks-stars\"\u003e★★★★☆\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-rate\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eProtection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ks-stars\"\u003e★★★★☆\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-rate\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDurability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ks-stars\"\u003e★★★★☆\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-rate\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAppearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ks-stars\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Aizome Callout --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-callout info\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Reinforced with Aizome Deerskin.\u003c\/strong\u003e PRAETOR uses the highest-grade, genuine \u003cem\u003eAizome\u003c\/em\u003e deerskin for exceptional durability and a refined look.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Made to Order --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-callout warn\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade to Order (Approx. 12–16 weeks).\u003c\/strong\u003e Each set is crafted to your specifications by expert artisans. Timelines are estimates—sometimes a little longer, sometimes less—but always worth the wait.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Measuring Guide --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-top: 12px;\" class=\"ks-title ks-center\"\u003eMeasuring Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: -6px;\" class=\"ks-footnote\"\u003eClick any image to open it full-size in a new tab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Head (A–C) --\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ks-table\" role=\"presentation\" aria-label=\"Measuring guide — head (A–C)\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"ks-row\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8397_240x240.jpg?v=1641997026\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"ks-card\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8397_240x240.jpg?v=1641997026\" alt=\"(A) Chin tip ➝ crown — tape in front of ears\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003e(A) Chin tip ➝ crown\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-copy\"\u003eKeep mouth closed. Tape fairly snug (not tight). Hold position while a helper reads the measurement.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8398_240x240.jpg?v=1641997195\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"ks-card\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8398_240x240.jpg?v=1641997195\" alt=\"(B) Forehead circumference — widest point\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003e(B) Forehead circumference\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-copy\"\u003eMeasure at the widest point (hat line), above ears and eyebrows.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8399_240x240.jpg?v=1641997407\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"ks-card\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8399_240x240.jpg?v=1641997407\" alt=\"(C) Chin bottom ➝ mid-eye\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003e(C) Chin bottom ➝ mid-eye\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-copy\"\u003eHave someone assist for best accuracy.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- Hands (D–F) --\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ks-table\" role=\"presentation\" aria-label=\"Measuring guide — hands (D–F)\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"ks-row\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8400_240x240.jpg?v=1641997666\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"ks-card\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8400_240x240.jpg?v=1641997666\" alt=\"(D) Wrist joint ➝ tip of middle finger\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003e(D) Wrist joint ➝ tip of middle finger\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8401_240x240.jpg?v=1641997697\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"ks-card\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8401_240x240.jpg?v=1641997697\" alt=\"(E) Around knuckles \u0026amp; palm (diagonal)\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003e(E) Around knuckles \u0026amp; palm (diagonal)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8402_240x240.jpg?v=1641997724\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"ks-card\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/IMG_8402_240x240.jpg?v=1641997724\" alt=\"(F) Palm circumference — fingers \u0026amp; thumb closed\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003e(F) Palm circumference (closed hand)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- Key Specs --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-top: 10px;\" class=\"ks-title ks-center\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e thick, protective futon — fully reinforced with genuine Aizome deerskin.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIBB Duralumin\u003c\/strong\u003e lightweight Mengane with toughened bars at the strike zone.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003eTop-grade bleached white, extra-soft \u003cstrong\u003eKotou deerskin\u003c\/strong\u003e Kote palms (beautiful, comfortable, low odour).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50-piece\u003c\/strong\u003e style Do with your choice of Mune design.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003eAizome deerskin reinforcements on Tare at heavy-wear points.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-spec\"\u003eIncludes all \u003cem\u003eHimo\u003c\/em\u003e (strings), \u003cem\u003eChichikawa\u003c\/em\u003e (leather straps) and \u003cem\u003eTenugui\u003c\/em\u003e (cloth towel).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Customize Your Look (UPDATED LINKS) --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 22px; margin-top: 8px;\" class=\"ks-title ks-center\"\u003eCustomize Your Look\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"Customization links\" class=\"ks-links\"\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/kendostar.com\/pages\/mune-options-for-bogu-sets\" class=\"ks-card\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/Copy_of_OUTLET_DEALS_600x600.jpg?v=1758298708\" alt=\"Explore Mune Options\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003eExplore Mune Options\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-copy\"\u003eChoose classic to bold designs to match your style.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/kendostar.com\/pages\/do-dai-options-for-bogu-sets\" class=\"ks-card\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-img ks-img--square\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0013\/6609\/7967\/files\/Copy_of_OUTLET_DEALS_1_600x600.jpg?v=1758298721\" alt=\"Do-Dai Colour Options\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-cap\"\u003eDo-Dai Colour Options\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-copy\"\u003ePick your Do finish for a bespoke, stand-out set.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Important Naginata Notice --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ks-callout warn\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is intended for use in \u003cstrong\u003eNaginata\u003c\/strong\u003e and is \u003cu\u003enot\u003c\/u\u003e for use in Kendo.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ks-footnote\"\u003eQuestions about sizing or options? 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