How to Make Samurai Armor out of Foam - Kote / Suneate Armor - Free Templates - Cosplay Part 7

How to make Samurai Chest Armor out of Foam! I have always wanted a Samurai armor set so I figured it was about time to make one. This is an HD-Foam build so the armor it extremely light and I use various painting techniques to give it a weathered metallic look. In part 1 and 2 I went over the fabricatoin of the Helmet. In parts 3 and 4 I made the chest and back armor. In part 5 I made the shoulder armor and in part 6 I made the waist armor. This is the final video in the series and will cover how I made the Kote and Suneate. Free PDF templates are available on my site if you'd like to make one too!
Samurai forearm / shin Armor - www.sksprops.com/templates
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[@SKSProps]

Check out more of my complete builds, walkthroughs, and HD-Foam at www.SKSProps.com

[@HawkWorley]

I have absolutely loved this build series! When a larger channel is willing to do a longer series like this, it helps smaller channels get the confidence to do similar. Thank you for devoting time to an amazing project.

[@SKSProps]

Thank you very much! I’m glad you enjoyed the project! 🙌🙌

[@dellamorte4418]

Seriously appreciate this series - I've managed to make the mask and helmet and that took me ages. Can only imagine how long the entire set has taken you - not just the build but also creating some of the best tutorials I've seen!!! THANK-YOU! and not surprised you need a break.

[@SKSProps]

Thank you! 🙌 about 2 months worth of work I’m happy it’s done and safely recorded to KZbin. And yeah I’m definitely looking forward to a little break and a new project

[@Justrex01]

It's definitely been a labor of love, sir. I've enjoyed every bit of this build and I'll bet you don't do anything with lacing again any time soon. Thank you for sharing your passion for your art with us!

[@SKSProps]

Thanks man! And yeah the tips of my fingers are still sore 🤣

[@shawnkarg3794]

Damn, that armor looks amazing! It's def gonna be an eye catcher for your booth display, especially with the awesome paint techniques you put into every project! It's like a museum piece! Thanks for sharing, Steve!

[@SKSProps]

You’re very welcome! And thanks for all of the kind words 🙌🙌

[@davidwylie5531]

What a labour of love the end product looks amazing will have a go at making the armour myself

[@SKSProps]

Thank you very much! have fun!!

[@lechatbotte.]

It’s absolutely amazing. It’s your attention to detail that makes it look so authentic. Thank you so much.

[@SKSProps]

Thank you! Glad you like the build 🙌

[@WOLFENDRACUL]

I DON'T HAVE WORDS! IS SO DELICATE AND STUNNING! THANK YOU!

[@SKSProps]

Thank you! And you’re welcome 🙌

[@britanniacreations]

Just watched the whole series and now i want to do a Date Masamune replica armor set so thank you so much for this.

[@SKSProps]

You’re welcome 🙌

[@bu55c]

Love it! This build is on my to do list!

[@SKSProps]

Thanks! Have fun with the build 🙌

[@GamingDad63]

That "hinge" mechanism was so simple, yet so brilliant.

[@SKSProps]

🙌🙌 simple solutions are the best

[@leolemaire1870]

loved watching you build this ...appreciate all the work that you have done and how amazing this turned out

[@SKSProps]

Thanks man! I really appreciate it 🙌🙌

[@blizatrex]

Really awesome. This has been a great set to see come together.

[@SKSProps]

Thank you so much!

[@philabot]

Top notch!! Well done, truly an amazing build Steve!

[@SKSProps]

Thank you very much Phil!! 🙌

[@MrFTW]

Steven! Absolutely remarkable! I wanted to wait until the armor was completed before making any comments and I’m glad I did. This build is awesome and amazing! Great work man, from simple things like the Halloween masks to something this extensive, you blow my mind every time. I’m sure I’m not the only one that feels that way too. Thank you for the videos, the inspiration and the encouragement! You are awesome!

[@SKSProps]

Thank you so much! I'm glad that I can be an inspiration to so many makers!!

[@dragomirbaut]

Another cool project, I like it.

[@SKSProps]

Thanks! 🙌🙌

[@laurentbxl]

Thank you so much for the inspiring tutorial! Working on buidling one right now using your templates

[@SKSProps]

Fantastic! Have fun! 🙌

[@dewikingdon4367]

Already made the wrist pieces, loving this :)

[@SKSProps]

Awesome! 🙌🙌

[@josealfredovalencianunez498]

Este trabajo es increíble, gracias por tu esfuerzo, haces a muchas personas increíblemente felices con tu aporte 😊

[@SKSProps]

You’re welcome! I’m glad you like it 👍

[@mikemccabe2758]

I just received my blick package today and it has your hd foam in it. I can't wait until this weekend so I can start my foam build.

[@SKSProps]

Fantastic! Thanks for the support and have fun! 🙌

[@samuraijackoff5354]

This series is probably the most Accurate looking samurai foam armor out there

[@SKSProps]

Thank you! I appreciate it! 😀

[@steves2827]

Thank you for doing this! I long time ago I tried making armor for LARP, but was very hard bending thick plastic.I think I will be able to complete this.

[@SKSProps]

Awesome! I’ve had a lot of people make this armor set so have fun! 🙌

[@idrinkfood7808]

Thank you sir, I wanted to do something for Halloween and this is really helping me understand what I need to do to kinda start this project

[@SKSProps]

Glad I could help!

[@shanebarker283]

Thanks to you , who managed to create something so incredible and free to us to use . Not many people are willing to do that, we really appreciate the time and work you've done. You have real talent and dedication to your passion. Ive made the chainsaw man costume from your videos and its absolutely stunning, can't wait to do this one !! Keep up the great work and love to see more of your future projects !!

[@SKSProps]

Thank you so much I really appreciate it! 🙌

[@danielconstantino2814]

Bravo bravo bravo bravo bravo 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤congratulation

[@SKSProps]

Thank you very much!! 🙌

[@gilmeralarconcanari2485]

Muchas gracias por tu trabajo y que Dios te bendiga. Saludos de Perú.

[@SKSProps]

You're welcome!! 🙌

[@Djk9ar]

Since I’m probably gonna get a dull katana soon I figured I might as well make a cardboard samurai armor just in case I don’t have a Halloween costume I have tutorials on the mask and helmet but I needed reference for the actual armor this will definitely help a lot!

[@Ahhh_help07]

Where you able to make the armor out of cardboard or was it not a good material to make it out of

[@02d37]

yea full set 🥰

[@SKSProps]

🙌🙌

[@KittyKatNinja08]

When we balled up the foil and pressed it into the foam we found we ended up burning our finger tips a lot more than we got the texture the way we wanted :( But in doing so we found a neat way to give foam a worn and/or leather look is to take a sheet of tin foil and crinkle it up then unroll it and use a iron to lay it out across the foam and firm press for about 5 - 10 seconds (depending on your desired detail level). Cant attach a photo example but I've had a lot of success with your template for the Viking shield using that for the edge trim!

[@dewikingdon4367]

Just getting to the chest now, hard build but enjoying! Also I see you used heavy inspiration from Tom cruises armour in the last samurai?! Just makes it that much better

[@SKSProps]

Glad you like the build and are having a blast! 🙌

[@iTzDucky]

If anyone is making the whole suit with the HD foam the site linked, I recommend grabbing 1x2mm, 2x4mm and 2x6mm.

[@Muzan_Kibutsuji_DMJ]

Could you maybe make the Doom armor? Any version, it wouldn't really matter, but the original armor would be the most simple.

[@georgechanna]

This is a masterpiece! I'm working on this armor myself now. Question for you. How many rolls of laces did you end up using? I'm going to order some soon, and don't want to end up short.

[@SKSProps]

Thanks! I used almost a full roll

[@WesFlew]

Do you have a list for how much material you used for this project? I have some foam at home but im wondering if I need more, I'll also need to see how much paint to get, dont want too little! Thanks a bunch for doing this project.

[@SKSProps]

I would get a sheet of each size 2,4,6,10mm Paint I didn't really use that much the spray base layer cvers a lot the liquitex was used for shadows and highlights

[@Kurt20051YT]

This is the best looking set of foam samurai armor that I've ever seen. I've been trying to make my own samurai armor and I've seen a lot if other designs people have made but this is definitely the best. (I've made 5 but they aren't too good looking or detailed). I had a few questions- 1- Do the cords/ropes tear the foam? (I've had a problem with the ropes tearing the foam, which would cause parts to fall off) 2- Would your armor withstand hits from LARP swords? And 3- Would you consider doing armor commissions in the future? I'd love to have armor like this but I don't think I have the skills (or patience lol) to make it myself.

[@SKSProps]

First off Thanks! I used a heat tool to make the holes which burns the foam and makes it tougher. In areas that required heavy wear I lined those holes with metal washers If you were going to use something like this for larp you'd want to step up to 6mm vs the 4mm I used I no longer take public commissions I just don't have the free time. That is why I put out these builds for others to make their own

[@Kurt20051YT]

@@SKSProps I plan on using your templates and techniques on my next set of armor. The ropes kept tearing the foam so I'll definitely be doing it the way you made yours so it doesn't happen anymore. If you ever make more videos on the samurai armor in the future, are you going to make the haidate and chainmail kote also? And if so, do you know where I could find plastic chainmail sleeves? I've looked everywhere and haven't been able to find any.

[@SKSProps]

@@Kurt20051YT I might eventually make the haidate for the sleeves I’ve woven aluminum mail before and would prob do that again

[@ferryandhisetiawan7771]

Thank you Sir, Make a katana please 🎌

[@scarcosplay]

Dude! before you wrap this up completely you should make a sword that goes along with it

[@SKSProps]

I’ve got several real swords and I picked up a really nice plastic one off of amazon for $15 that I might repaint someday to go with the set.

[@user-ch1vv2go5i]

Can you please make the Haidate as the last part 🙏🙏

[@SKSProps]

I won't be adding to it but you have enough template parts with this build already that you can easily make it on your own

[@mahendradputra9877]

hi mr. SKS prop, your work is amazing, and you are generous for giving free template. can i use your template for my video? thank you...

[@SKSProps]

you can use my templates as long as you credit them in the video and provide links back to my channel for others to make their own armor

[@mahendradputra9877]

​@@SKSProps thank you... Yes Noted... Thank you again...

[@mahendradputra9877]

​@@SKSProps Thank You , yes noted... Thank you again...😊

[@sempaigoddd_6978]

I have a question @SKSProps . Is there like some sort of estimate for how much foam i would need for this entire build? I'd love to build a set myself but I don't know how much should i save up for material to not compromise the paint and utility prices.

[@SKSProps]

Pretty much a sheet of each size should do it 2,4,6,10mm

[@ichigosedge]

Fantastic Project! Dont you want to do the Haidate?

[@SKSProps]

Thanks! Like I mentionsed at the end of the video I might go back and make it but I just needed a break after 2 months

[@user-ch1vv2go5i]

Don’t rush it do what you do best this whole build was amazing. I have no doubt when you post part eight for. Haidate it Will be amazing as well❤❤

[@HESSIONau]

Can you do the Sweet Tooth mask?

[@SKSProps]

check out my friend Much Props he did one not to long ago

[@itsagundam79]

Just a question regarding the lacing: how much of the roll(s) did you use up on the whole suit of armor? I'm ordering soon and hoping 1 roll will be enough!

[@SKSProps]

I used 1 roll But if you also make the haidate you might need 2

[@itsagundam79]

@@SKSProps I'm making the hishanui no ita a separate color, probably save me a couple dozen feet. Got red Paracord but it's not ideal. Shopping around for bright red laces for that.

[@WilliamSeymour-li6gr]

Can u use leather instead of foam todo the whole suit

[@SKSProps]

The original armor makers did so you can as well. Most leather works use foam to pattern their pieces because of its similar thicknesses

[@jesuschris5559]

How much foam/how many rolls have you used for the whole set so far?

[@SKSProps]

Pretty much a roll in each size 2,4,6,10mm should be fine for the entire suit. If you lay the patterns out to waste as little as possible

[@cinnamoroll3504]

I have a question, does it work with cheaper foam? Im from south america snd in my country is awfully expensive to bring things from outside, so im trying to make do

[@SKSProps]

I’d say work with whatever is available to you 🙌

[@cinnamoroll3504]

@@SKSProps thanks!!! Im gonna try my best and love your videos! Much love from Argentina

[@AAereus]

Hey there, I'm really interested in making this armor and would like to know if the starter bundle from your shop would be enough to craft the entire armor? Or how much would it take in case it isn't enough?

[@SKSProps]

A sheet of each size should be enough you’d need to add 4mm as well as the bundle

[@AAereus]

@@SKSProps Alright, many thanks

[@ItsVonnn]

How many rolls would the entire armour take, because I need a budget

[@SKSProps]

A sheet of each size would be fine 2,4,6,10mm

[@ItsVonnn]

thx you vry mch sks props@@SKSProps

[@wolfshogun4779]

When are you gonna make the Haidate *the thigh armor*

[@SKSProps]

I’m not going to. I mentioned it in one of the videos if you want it for your set just scale up the lower chest armor section that hangs for your thighs

[@wolfshogun4779]

@@SKSProps ok

[@user-sg6in3ug7p]

Hello, I am wondering how will this scale with my body? I can't seem to understand how this build sounds like a "one size fits all". I am going into this build with no prior experience and would like some help/tips? Thanks.

[@SKSProps]

The armor is already scaled. Watch the how to print templates video and then print out the templates. You can then see how the armor is modular so you can modify to fit you Also if it’s your first build you could also pick from my numerous other projects to dip your toes into crafting

[@user-sg6in3ug7p]

@@SKSProps I understand the printing part but then is there a way to make sure it fits? Would I have to measure my body etc? That's the part I am confused on. Thanks for the replY!

[@SKSProps]

on the template it shows where to add or subrtact material to fit you

[@user-sg6in3ug7p]

@@SKSProps Thanks a bunch! :)

[@ItsVonnn]

How tall are you? so I know what to make longer

[@SKSProps]

I’m 5’7 but I design almost everything for 5’10-6’ because I have friends wear them or have them displayed on mannequins at conventions

[@ItsVonnn]

@@SKSProps oh thank god cuz I thought I had to make guess calculations on making it larger thank you very much

[@estevaomallet1221]

now you need a Katan

[@SKSProps]

I have several real ones on display with it

[@estevaomallet1221]

@@SKSProps nice! Thanks for the answer! 👍🏻

[@acrobatkid1145]

Hey I know you will never see this but please can you make some Jojo props I would love to make stuff from it

[@acrobatkid1145]

JJBA

[@SKSProps]

Hey I try to see every comment 👍 I haven’t watched any of that and so I’d definitely have to check it out before I could decide on a project. I’ll try to add it at least to my viewing list.

[@Pchyolik01134]

It's incredible!

[@SKSProps]

Thank you!! 👍