Vintage Japanese Samurai Kabuto Helmet Sword Display Stand Steel Heavy

This authentic 1970s decorative samurai kabuto helmet is a striking Showa-era interior piece crafted from heavy cast iron or steel, weighing over 5kg.

Featuring an impressive deer antler crest and crescent moon design, this vintage helmet is a popular homage to the legendary warrior Yamanaka Shikanosuke. During the 1960s–70s, such high-quality metal kabuto were widely produced in Japan as luxury décor items and Boys’ Day display pieces.

Beyond its decorative presence, this heavier version was often designed to function as a katana display support, making it both ornamental and practical for collectors.

The surface features a textured dark finish (tetsusabi style) for an aged appearance, along with gold inscriptions commemorating:

• 20th Anniversary Memorial
• 10 Years of Continuous Service
• Kyushu Tsushin Tekko Co., Ltd. (Fukuoka, Japan)

Sourced from a Japanese government auction, this is a genuine vintage Showa-era piece — not a modern lightweight replica.

Its dramatic antler crest and crescent moon create a bold, powerful display suitable for collectors of samurai history, martial arts décor, or traditional interior design.

✅ Highlights

✅ Authentic 1970s Showa-era decorative kabuto
✅ Heavy cast iron / steel construction (over 5kg)
✅ Deer antler & crescent moon crest design
✅ Gold commemorative inscriptions
✅ Originally used for Boys’ Day display
✅ Can function as katana display stand
✅ Sourced from Japan government auction
✅ Strong statement décor piece

📌 Additional Information
Era: 1960s–1970s
Material: Cast iron or steel
Finish: Dark aged tetsusabi-style patina
Weight: Over 5 kg = 11 lbs (approx. 11.02 lbs)
Condition: Good vintage condition with natural surface wear consistent with age. Please review all photos carefully.

This is a decorative replica inspired by historical samurai armor and intended for display purposes.

Due to its weight, it will be carefully packed for secure international shipping.

Sourced from a Japanese government auction, this is a genuine vintage Showa-era piece — not a modern lightweight replica.

Its dramatic antler crest and crescent moon create a bold, powerful display suitable for collectors of samurai history, martial arts décor, or traditional interior design.

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📦 Condition
Please review all photos carefully, as they form part of the item description. Dimensions and additional details are provided in the images.