There are the usual scratches, color fading, and repair marks from practice. It has been re-dyed during repairs. This is a men (face protector) made around the early Heisei era (late 1980s/early 1990s) by Masaki, a master craftsman who was a representative of Kyoto and Kansai and wielded his skills until recent years. It is the highest grade of the time. This is a masterpiece of a master craftsman who honed his skills at Shoharu, a long-standing Kyoto-style kendo equipment store that has been in business since before the war, and is made entirely of navy blue leather. It is likely that felt is used as the core material, and the futon (padding) is supple and very lightweight. Compared to recent men, it feels somewhat heavier in the hand, but due to the excellent craftsmanship, the weight is well-balanced and feels less noticeable. Also, the moderate weight of titanium allows it to withstand impact and is resistant to corrosion, which should not be overlooked. Equipment that feels lighter when worn than when held may be unfamiliar and difficult to understand for recent users, but this is exactly that. Despite its light weight, the futon has firmness and a sufficient sense of solidity. Compared to recent equipment, it gives the impression of being a genuine piece of weaponry. This is a highly recommended item for those who feel a lack of satisfaction with the flimsy, practical kendo equipment that is popular these days. As a high-quality product made by a master craftsman who handled the "best" work in Kansai during the peak of the kendo equipment industry in the Showa and Heisei eras, the craftsmanship, of course, the leather quality of the time, and even the stitching of the futon are all admirable. In particular, the assembly of the men and the precise stitching of the futon are, as you can see, of a wonderful finish. This is a gem that I want those who are confident in their skills to pick up. The size is about 67cm from under the chin to the top of the head, measured around the head, and it fits snugly. I prefer a little more room, but I think it's perfect for those who prefer a tight fit. Old equipment was made to be a little tighter than today's, and it was used by gradually fitting it in, so it seems to be made in accordance with that. While wearing it in a sweaty state, place the men's iron on the floor and have someone press down on it from above, one-two-three... Repeating this process to fit it to the shape of the face is a characteristic of old men (so the men made by famous craftsmen currently being produced are a little tight at first, but they become just right when the agawa (head padding) shrinks). In these times when craftsmen who can make a complete set are disappearing, this is a must-have for those looking for good quality items from this era!