The Armour Archive

Roger_de_Gilbert

Those are hardened 1050 steel as I remember. I wore them for ACL singles and SCA fighting for quite a while. GLWS

Roger_de_Gilbert

That is nice work. Good luck

Roger_de_Gilbert

I am pretty open to design. The ones I had were pyramid shaped. Also, kinda lazy and want something better than I can make myself for this project.

Roger_de_Gilbert

I am looking for some replacement rivets for the ones that I had on my hourglass gauntlets. I have finally had several knocked off so new ones are in order.

Suggestions?

Roger_de_Gilbert

I have been working on making articulated elbows and Knees, and while I am getting workable results I want to be more consistent with the articulation.

I am looking for a decent pattern I can use!

Thanks!

Roger_de_Gilbert

Thanks, Llewelyn, I will try that

Roger_de_Gilbert

I was thinking that grinding would reveal deeper voids? I have considered filling the voids but I am unsure of what would be the best material and procedure...

Roger_de_Gilbert

I have several of the cast forms and there are some irregularities (small voids) in the form that seem to be transferring marks to the pieces I am forming. Is there a good way to fill or smooth these areas?

Thanks!

Roger_de_Gilbert

I will be doing a similar concept for my next build. There was a gambeson for sale in Portugal this year with a similar piece installed. Judging from the pics you have I think I would have made it slightly wider. I am planning on making sure that the ones I will build solidly bridge my spine to the ...

Roger_de_Gilbert

Most of the "swords" are beveled and have a fuller of some sort. The"Falchons" are sometimes flat-ish.

Roger_de_Gilbert

I think most of these questions boil down to personal preference. I have owned several swords for this type of combat, as long as some documentation exists to support the weapon, and it meets weight limitations, I think you can do pretty much as you please. There are several makers in eastern Europe...

Roger_de_Gilbert

Why do you want a heavy mail drape? Is there a rule for weight you are trying to meet? In my opinion weight in the aventail does not add to the protective value of the helm with the possible exception of steel swords to the neck, in which case I would still prefer a gorget.

Just curious

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Thanks guys

Roger_de_Gilbert

I got this new aluminum chain shirt. I love it. I don't love the grey dust it makes. Are there any ways to mitigate or remedy this effect?

Thanks,

Roger_de_Gilbert

This sounds great!

Roger_de_Gilbert

What thickness?

Roger_de_Gilbert

I am looking into buying or making a pavise for ACL combat. Any suggestions out there?

Roger_de_Gilbert

Do you have anything with a knuckle guard?

Roger_de_Gilbert

PM Sent

Roger_de_Gilbert

Thanks

Roger_de_Gilbert

Is there any picture of what the rest of this suit would look like?

Roger_de_Gilbert

Bump for lower reserve

Roger_de_Gilbert

Feel free to PM me if you would like ot make an offer

Roger_de_Gilbert

Aution is over, no bids

Roger_de_Gilbert

The auction starts at $350. If the auction fails to get a winning bid, I will convey any offer to the owner. It will be up to him.

Roger_de_Gilbert

14 gauge minimum. Bid away

Roger_de_Gilbert

I would say 14gauge. I will try to put a caliper on it.

Roger_de_Gilbert

Daily Bump!

Roger_de_Gilbert

Daily Bump!

Roger_de_Gilbert

LOWER RESERVE $250 +shipping I have this helmet that I am trying to move for a friend. It is mild steel and is sized for a 23" head, more or less. The auction will run for 7 days from today. Bidding starts at $250 plus shipping. Pics: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10203585351947705&l=990c4...

Roger_de_Gilbert

You should look up the local guys, many of them may have extra or older gear for sale as well. I know I have made several pieces for other guys on the team. I am not in the buisness of making armor, though.

Roger_de_Gilbert

How sturdy is it? Would it be suitable for 1 one 1 ACL fighting?

Roger_de_Gilbert

I need about 1 square foot of welded stainless chain for a project anyone have a piece?

Thanks,

Roger_de_Gilbert

Someone better buy this before I snap!

Roger_de_Gilbert

Since Nissan is so popular, I like this one

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hweiSdjucCk

Re: Wts hardened steel splint cuisses.

Re: Savonarola chair

Re: WTB decorative brass rivets

WTB decorative brass rivets

WTB Pattern for Elbow/Knee Joint

Re: Dishing Forms

Re: Dishing Forms

Dishing Forms

Re: Spine protection for HMB/IMCF

Re: Questions about BOTN swords.

Re: Questions about BOTN swords.

Re: ISO heavy riveted mail drape

Re: Help with aluminum chain shirt

Help with aluminum chain shirt

Re: Next West Kingdom Crown Format

Re: ACL/BoTN Brimmed Bascinet

WTB Pavise

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Re: WTB: Crusader Helm

Re: PLATENER - historical armour reproduction

Re: PLATENER - historical armour reproduction

Re: Helm for Auction lowered reserve

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Helm for Auction lowered reserve

Re: Beginner Advice on ACL/IMCF Armor/Weapon Purchase

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WTB scrap of welded Knute Stainless Chain

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Re: Greatsword footage.