From Roman "fish scale" armor to Japanese samurai suits, these examples of battle armor were designed to protect and impress.

In Murase Kabanko's meticulously crafted bag, the company has created an ode to historic samurai armor with scrap leather.

Japanese samurai armor is a crucial element of Japan’s rich warrior history ... including iron, leather, and silk, to craft armor that was both functional and beautiful. The crafting process ...