Jingasa Helmet mid to late Edo Period (1700-1860)

[Kanemono]

Jingasa were mainly used during the mid to late Edo Period (1700-1860). The word "Kasa" meaning hat and "Jin" military. These are Japanese Foot Soldier's bamboo and lacquer based helmets. These helmets provided exceptional protection from attack with a blade from a horseman. Styles of Jingasa varied according to family or Clan. This example bears the Family's MON or crest in gold on the front, which identified the wearer's affiliation. These were issued to Infantry who acted as Musketeers using the then prevalent matchlocks. Size: 12 1/2” wide, 11 1/2” deep, 5 1/2” high

 

 

[vintageproductions]

I used to collect these and on every trip to Japan I would buy one or two. Gotta find the box they are stored in and photograph them some day.

[tiger41]

Perhaps you can find them and sell one or two to the real headgear collectors ??????????

[vintageproductions]

Perhaps you can find them and sell one or two to the real headgear collectors ??????????

Let me know when one of them appears.....Maybe Dean wants one or two.....

[tiger41]

Clearly, you do not play well with others !!!!! Nice helmets, I didn't know you had those....I should have looked closer at the stuff you brought home from JP !

[Bugme]

Don't collect but sure do admire!