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Winning Special Cheek Protector
Updated: April 2026
Editor Score 8.50/10
Premium Open Face w/ Cheeks Sparring Advanced
$505
Prices vary by retailer and size.
Material High-quality artificial leather
Closure Lace-Up + Velcro
Origin Japan · Made in Japan
Protection
Ear: ✓
Nose: ✗
Color
Performance Metrics
Cheek Protection
9/10
Chin Protection
7/10
Top Protection
9/10
Visibility
8/10
Fit & Adjustability
9/10
Durability
9/10
Value
6/10
Scores are based on structured evaluation across 7 protection and usability metrics. Learn more
Bottom Line
Winning's most protective open-face design - enhanced cheek guards, made to order, $505, only 7 colours. The serious sparring specialist's choice.
Solid value for the protection offered.
Where to Buy
Intended Use
Who This Is For
The Winning Special Cheek Protector is the top of the Winning open-face lineup - sitting above the standard Cheek Protector in both protection and price. The 'Special' designation refers to an enhanced cheek guard structure that provides more elaborate cheekbone and orbital coverage, at the cost of a small reduction in peripheral visibility compared to the standard model. At $505 - made entirely to order with a 60–180 day production window - it is a deliberate, planned purchase rather than an impulse buy. Embroidery customisation is available in seven thread colours. Available in 7 colour options (Black, Red, White, Silver, Gold, White·Black, White·Red). For fighters who spar heavily and prize orbital/cheekbone protection above all else while maintaining an open chin, this is the Winning choice. For colour variety, the standard Cheek Protector offers far more options at $50–65 less.
Who It's Not For
- Those needing immediate delivery
- Fighters wanting many colour options
- Budget buyers
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Enhanced cheek guard structure - more elaborate cheekbone/orbital coverage than the standard Cheek Protector
- Same premium Winning artificial leather and multi-layer construction
- Made to order with embroidery personalisation available
- Sizes M through 3L - full head circumference range
- The most comprehensive cheek protection in the Winning open-face lineup
Cons
- $505 - the most expensive open-face headgear in the Winning range
- Only 7 colour options vs 60+ on the standard Cheek Protector
- Made to order: 60–180 day production time; not suitable for immediate need
- Open chin - jaw protection not included
- Enhanced cheek structure slightly reduces peripheral vision vs standard Cheek Protector
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