Translation guide
A person who makes, repairs, or sells armor and weapons. In modern contexts, may refer to a military specialist who maintains small arms.
A craftsman who creates or fixes suits of armor, often in medieval or fantasy settings.
Literally 'armor craftsman'. The most direct and natural term for a traditional armorer.
A soldier or technician responsible for maintaining and repairing firearms and other small arms.
Literally 'firearms maintenance personnel'. The standard modern military term.
A person or shop that sells armor and weapons, often in a fantasy or historical context.
Literally 'weapons and armor merchant'. Common in games and fantasy.
The Japanese term depends heavily on whether you mean a medieval craftsman, a modern military technician, or a fantasy shopkeeper. Choose accordingly.
There is no single Japanese word that covers all meanings of 'armorer'. Using アーマー (āmā) would be understood as 'armor' itself, not the person.
He is researching medieval armorers.
Specifically a maker of 'katchū' (armor and helmets). More formal/historical term.
This armor was made by a famous armorer.
A maker of arms and armor in general. Broader than just armor.
The armorer crafted swords and armor.
Specifically a maker of 'gusoku' (a type of Japanese armor). Very specialized historical term.
Armorers were in high demand during the Sengoku period.
He works as an armorer in the military.
Specifically a 'gunsmith' or firearms technician. Often used for civilian or police contexts as well.
An armorer is stationed at the police station.
Broader term for 'weapons maintenance personnel', can include armorers.
The armorer inspects all small arms.
I bought a new shield from the village armorer.
A shop that sells arms and armor. Very common in RPGs and fantasy settings.
Let's stop by the armorer in the next town.