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For those who don't partake in FB, here's something you might be interested in. Mahalo!

http://www.armlann.com/maciejowski.html

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If you want to make and mix your own shoemakers wax and run your linen or hemp thread through it, go nuts. If you'd like to streamline that a bit, try here: http://www.royalwoodltd.com/cat14-17ar.htm. No last necessary, turn, stitch, turn. If turning either direction is difficult, soak first. Wear t...

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Thanks for the effort.

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I had a fellow reach out to me for a simple repair. He is in London so shipping between London and Chicago isn't the best use of cash. Anyone in London (or area) that I can refer him too? He needs new buckles and straps on grieves. Email me please if you can help. Thanks in advance. Jon jon@armlann....

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I had a good Pennsic so I'll call it. PM me.

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I upgraded and have this one available. Works fine for what I use it for, thinning straps. 6" blade, mounting plywood included.

$150.00 shipped to the Continental US. Email me with questions. Thanks for looking.

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A little off topic but here before ebay. 8.5EE Chippewa 3 hole boots. Some scuffing and such but recently went through Chippewas renew service with a buff, new insoles and at my request, vibram lugs. I usually wear a 9EE but with a good wide boot, 8.5 does it for me. I also wore an 8.5 in Corcorans....

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One bump, then fade away.

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One bump, then fade away.

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Pistol grip Weaver Leather strap cutter with a blade that can be sharpened. $60.00 shipped to the CONUS. Thanks for looking.

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For those who want to cook with a fire and coals but would like to shave some weight, an aluminium Dutch oven. 5 quart I believe, ruler included for scale. $40.00 shipped to CONUS. Thanks for looking.

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I need historical arrows, hand tied fletch, self or even better, horn nocked, modern field points since I'll be shooting at other peoples targets.

I do footwear: armlann.com

Thanks in advance.

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Not sure about what kind of grade but you do want fairly clean wax for bottles. The lower the grade the more bodies and such that are in it. Likely not harmful but not attractive. I don't know your process but I dip warm bottles in liquid and then heat a bit more. Flotsam in the wax would end up on ...

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http://travelstore.ricksteves.com/catal ... d=8&id=139

in graphite. One trip, carried on, stayed on a stand in the hotel, carried home. $75.00 shipped to the continental US. MO or check, no paypal. Thanks.

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Yes, the doubled section between wider panels, usually of contrasting color. I can't make them out in the artwork but they are common from European makers. Don't usually see it on mens pouches but I see it a lot on drawstring style and womens.

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Planning on making some pouches/bags and I have a question for those who've gone before me. I've seen lots of illustrations and went through Goubitz' book but I'm not seeing the contrasting color welts between panels I see on some bags that are otherwise very well made. Anyone have pictures of extan...

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Sounds good. Didn't have this with me at Pennsic so it would have just been a conversation. Welcome but it wouldn't have got you this.

Thanks and PM you details.

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I think these came from Panther. They go over a pavilion pole and allow you to hang two shelves ~12" and a pole below it if you like. Two sets (4 straps), one set never used, one set used a couple of times. $30.00 (both sets) shipped to the continental US. Check or MO, no paypal. Thanks.

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I have two of these so I don't need this second unused one. If you're thinking about making a propane forge or surface heater ala Eric Thing, this is it. Link to manufacturer below. $125.00 shipped to the continental US. Check or MO, no paypal. Thanks in advance. Jon (jon@armlann.com) http://www.hyb...

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I have too many hats and this one has to go. It is from Duluth Trading, size XL. Brim is about 2.5" I'd like $30.00 and if you'd like to get it and pick it up at Pennsic, we're good. Shipping in a large flat rate is $18.00 and thus prohibitive. However, if you'd like it for $45.00 shipped, it's your...

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Wish I had picked one of these up from the Polish guys from Canada who used to be at Pennsic. All their etching was very nice.

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Copy of the knife in the hand of the fellow on the cover of shoes and pattens.

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I'm home today and could be out there, I have a heater. However, my heater can't compete. Inside work for me. I long for a balmy 8 degrees

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I have a co worker that lives there. I should see him tomorrow, Wednesday at the latest. Email me.

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I don't know anything about the company referenced but I sleep in a yurt at Pennsic and have for many years. Unless your yurt is very large, no center poles. It's an advantage of the design. Very weather resistant, easy to set up, comfortable living space and climate. Not so easy to hump around and ...

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"Don't burn my pies!"

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http://www.sarahjuniper.co.uk/index.html

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I don't disagree that heavy boots and heels from the period of the manuals he is reading are wrong but what expert on historical shoes did he talk to? He references nails hurting his feet. None in medieval shoes. Surviving examples all but non-existent?

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Second for Eadric. No idea what his turnaround is but I'm happy with the stuff I have and would like more.

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Just received my crossbow from Iolo. Western model in walnut, maple top a dozen bolts, 5 weeks. It's lovely.

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I took a look at plans at Rockler and they were 10-20. Converting everything to a pdf and selling only plans ~ $25.00 and you'd make your time investment back in a timely manner. Hardware kits would be pretty pricey and my guess is that it would price it out of reach for many unless you become an im...

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One word about patterns - lasts. The best shoe will be made with a last. Patterns are almost irrelevant with a last.

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Maciejowski lantern

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Repair help in London

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Re: Leather skiver

Leather skiver

Re: Chippewa bisons

Chippewa bisons

Re: Aluminum Dutch Oven

Re: Weaver Leather strap cutter

Weaver Leather strap cutter

Aluminum Dutch Oven

Re: The Official "I'm interested in barter" thread

Re: inexpensive sources for beeswax?

Rick Steves Travel Bag

Re: Pouches with welts

Pouches with welts

Re: T-rex forge burner

Canvas shelf supports for pavilion

T-rex forge burner

Re: Jaunty Duluth Hat

Jaunty Duluth Hat

Re: Fine Hunting Crossbow 16th century---auction?

Re: What kind of knives are people looking for? Feb 2014 edi

Re: no shop tomorrow :(

Re: ANyone near Genoa City Wi?

Re: Tamerlane Yurts? Yurts in general?

Re: Epic Holiday Email Conversation

Re: Period shoemakers/resources in London (UK)?

Re: Interesting footwear article but...

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