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*NEW* - NAGINATA MODEL Original ’VANGUARD’ Extra Protective KendoStar Bogu Set

*NEW* - NAGINATA MODEL Original ’VANGUARD’ Extra Protective KendoStar Bogu Set

$803.00 USD
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Estimated dispatch time: 12–16 weeks (made to order)

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VANGUARD — NAGINATA Model (Made to Order)

A brand-new NAGINATA version of our flagship Original VANGUARD Bogu set—purpose-built for protection and comfort, made to your exact sizes.

*MADE TO ORDER* — Crafted to your individual measurements for a perfect fit.

Production estimate: usually around 12–16 weeks.

Important: This product is intended for Naginata use and is not for use in Kendo.

Measuring Guide

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(A) Chin tip to crown — front of ears(A) Chin tip ➝ crown (front of ears)

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

(B) Forehead circumference — hat line(B) Forehead circumference

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

(C) Chin bottom to mid-eye line(C) Chin bottom ➝ mid-eye

Have someone assist for best accuracy.

(D) Wrist joint to tip of middle finger(D) Wrist joint ➝ tip of middle finger
(E) Diagonal around knuckles & palm(E) Around knuckles & palm (diagonal)
(F) Palm circumference — closed hand(F) Palm circumference (closed hand)

Key Specifications

  • Men futon: extra-wide 10 mm Pitch-zashi with 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 wrist cut; tough synthetic palms.
  • Do: standard toughened black 50-piece synthetic Do-dai with Kurozan Mune (choice of design).
  • Tare: soft 10 mm Mae-Obi; panels at 5 mm for crisp shape and longevity.
Men detail — Pitch-zashi & padding

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 detail — protection & mobility

Kote — Protection & Mobility

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

Do detail — 50-piece synthetic Do-dai

Do — Tough & Classic

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

Tare detail — shape & durability

Tare — Shape & Durability

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

Mune Designs

Souzashi MuneSouzashi
Tsubasa Kazari MuneTsubasa Kazari

Customize Your Look

Do-Dai Colour OptionsDo-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 approximately 10 to 36 weeks depending on the chosen Do-Dai series.

Please contact us before ordering if you need guidance on choosing the best Do-Dai option for your set.

From our founder, Andy Fisher: “VANGUARD was created to deliver exceptional protection and comfort to practitioners at every level. This NAGINATA model carries that mission forward with a perfect, made-to-measure fit.”