![An incomplete set of Draconian torso armor auctioned on 2014 November 13, Auction #213 - Part II (Item 2531) by Hake's Auctions.[1]](/data/File:BR25_-_Incomplete_Draconian_Armor_-_Hake%27s_Auctions_2014_-_01.jpg)
![An incomplete set of Draconian torso armor auctioned on 2014 November 13, Auction #213 - Part II (Item 2531) by Hake's Auctions.[1]](/data/File:BR25_-_Incomplete_Draconian_Armor_-_Hake%27s_Auctions_2014_-_02.jpg)
![An incomplete set of Draconian torso armor auctioned on 2014 November 13, Auction #213 - Part II (Item 2531) by Hake's Auctions.[1]](/data/File:BR25_-_Incomplete_Draconian_Armor_-_Hake%27s_Auctions_2014_-_03.jpg)
![An incomplete set of Draconian torso armor auctioned on 2014 November 13, Auction #213 - Part II (Item 2531) by Hake's Auctions.[1]](/data/File:BR25_-_Incomplete_Draconian_Armor_-_Hake%27s_Auctions_2014_-_04.jpg)
![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/data/File:Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_1.jpg)
![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/data/File:Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_2.jpg)
![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/data/File:Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_3.jpg)
![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/data/File:Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_4.jpg)
![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/data/File:Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_5.jpg)
![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/data/File:Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_6.jpg)
![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/data/File:Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_7.jpg)
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![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/data/File:Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_9.jpg)
![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/data/File:Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_10.jpg)
![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/data/File:Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_11.jpg)
![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/data/File:Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_12.jpg)
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The Draconian solider is a catch-all description of personnel who are pilots, crew and infantry of the Draconian Empire.
They are often dressed in a uniform mirroring that of a Samurai from the medieval and early-modern eras of Japan, with a mixed Dō-maru and medieval revival style of kabuto helmet being worn. This helmet also featured an additional eye-wear piece often worn by soldiers.
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William "Buck" Rogers disguised as a Draconian soldier aboard Draconia (BR25: Film, "Awakening").
Behind the Scenes
The costume's hard parts for the torso and wrist armor were typically made using a combination of fiberglass and thermoformed plastic, and then painted to emulate a gold metal appearance.
Due to their use, many complete pieces rarely survived the shooting of the series, and few have managed to end up in 3rd party hands.
In 2014, Hake's Auctions sold an incomplete set of Draconian torso armor for $638.82 USD (including 15% buyer's premium).[1]
In 2020, Hanlin Auction Service listed a Draconian soldier's outfit—sans helmet or props—consisting a mix of original and replica parts. Replica components include rope, belt, and pants that were made to complete the display.[2]
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![An incomplete set of Draconian torso armor auctioned on 2014 November 13, Auction #213 - Part II (Item 2531) by Hake's Auctions.[1]](/w/images/thumb/d/d8/BR25_-_Incomplete_Draconian_Armor_-_Hake%27s_Auctions_2014_-_01.jpg/120px-BR25_-_Incomplete_Draconian_Armor_-_Hake%27s_Auctions_2014_-_01.jpg)
An incomplete set of Draconian torso armor auctioned on 2014 November 13, Auction #213 - Part II (Item 2531) by Hake's Auctions.[1]
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![An incomplete set of Draconian torso armor auctioned on 2014 November 13, Auction #213 - Part II (Item 2531) by Hake's Auctions.[1]](/w/images/thumb/2/25/BR25_-_Incomplete_Draconian_Armor_-_Hake%27s_Auctions_2014_-_02.jpg/98px-BR25_-_Incomplete_Draconian_Armor_-_Hake%27s_Auctions_2014_-_02.jpg)
An incomplete set of Draconian torso armor auctioned on 2014 November 13, Auction #213 - Part II (Item 2531) by Hake's Auctions.[1]
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![An incomplete set of Draconian torso armor auctioned on 2014 November 13, Auction #213 - Part II (Item 2531) by Hake's Auctions.[1]](/w/images/thumb/8/8a/BR25_-_Incomplete_Draconian_Armor_-_Hake%27s_Auctions_2014_-_03.jpg/120px-BR25_-_Incomplete_Draconian_Armor_-_Hake%27s_Auctions_2014_-_03.jpg)
An incomplete set of Draconian torso armor auctioned on 2014 November 13, Auction #213 - Part II (Item 2531) by Hake's Auctions.[1]
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![An incomplete set of Draconian torso armor auctioned on 2014 November 13, Auction #213 - Part II (Item 2531) by Hake's Auctions.[1]](/w/images/thumb/1/15/BR25_-_Incomplete_Draconian_Armor_-_Hake%27s_Auctions_2014_-_04.jpg/120px-BR25_-_Incomplete_Draconian_Armor_-_Hake%27s_Auctions_2014_-_04.jpg)
An incomplete set of Draconian torso armor auctioned on 2014 November 13, Auction #213 - Part II (Item 2531) by Hake's Auctions.[1]
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![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/w/images/thumb/f/f9/Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_1.jpg/50px-Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_1.jpg)
A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]
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![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/w/images/thumb/f/f6/Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_2.jpg/84px-Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_2.jpg)
A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]
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![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/w/images/thumb/a/a0/Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_3.jpg/90px-Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_3.jpg)
A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]
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![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/w/images/thumb/3/3a/Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_4.jpg/90px-Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_4.jpg)
A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]
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![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/w/images/thumb/9/94/Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_5.jpg/90px-Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_5.jpg)
A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]
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![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/w/images/thumb/a/a3/Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_6.jpg/120px-Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_6.jpg)
A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]
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![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/w/images/thumb/5/53/Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_7.jpg/120px-Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_7.jpg)
A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]
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![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/w/images/thumb/5/50/Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_8.jpg/45px-Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_8.jpg)
A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]
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![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/w/images/thumb/d/d2/Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_9.jpg/66px-Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_9.jpg)
A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]
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![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/w/images/thumb/5/5c/Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_10.jpg/90px-Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_10.jpg)
A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]
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![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/w/images/thumb/e/e6/Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_11.jpg/90px-Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_11.jpg)
A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]
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![A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]](/w/images/thumb/c/c0/Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_12.jpg/120px-Hanlin%27s_Hollywood_Memorabilia_Auction_-_Draconian_Guard_Full_Outfit_2020_-_12.jpg)
A Draconian soldier outfit auctioned by Hanlin Auction Service on 12 September 2020 consisting of both original and replica components.[2]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 "BUCK ROGERS IN THE 25th CENTURY" SCREEN-WORN "DRACONIAN SHOULDER ARMOR" (web.archive.org backup link)
- ↑ 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 2.10 2.11 2.12 - Hanlin's Hollywood Memorabilia Auction - Draconian Guard Full Outfit {{{title}}} ([[archive:https://www.icollector.com/Buck-Rogers-in-the-25th-Century-1979-1981-Draconian-Guard-Full-Outfit_i38366291%7Ctitle=icollectr.com - Hanlin's Hollywood Memorabilia Auction - Draconian Guard Full Outfit|web.archive.org backup link]])