The Armour Archive

OpForce

Thanks, guys, for all of the input. I do like the idea of leaving the bottom of the receiver open. Running a pin or bolt through the existing pin holes in the receiver would be too high (it leaves too much wobble in the ball holder), but, having a rod welded across the bottom will work great (thanks...

OpForce

I removed a substantial amount of 3/4" oak flooring from my house and am in the process of laminating that into a forming bench for stakes (6" + approx. 1.5-2' wide x 5' long). Like many benches, I had planned on leaving recesses (i.e. square holes) in the bench to accept stakes. That being said, I ...

OpForce

I really liked the original from the Cleveland Museum. I'm not sure if this is an exact reprint or the original or not (would be nice to know). You can get it a little cheaper at Barnes and Noble... http://books.barnesandnoble.com/search/results.aspx?SRT=R&WRD=arms%20armour%20cleveland&DREF=1 I woul...

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I've considered adding this to my library for some time, but due to a lack of reviews and the high cost (used at BN.com from $68 to $150ish) was not willing to take a chance on it. Last week, I discovered that the Cleveland Museum of Art has them new for $34 + S/H (mine arrived today) http://store.c...

OpForce

First, Thanks so much for the pics. I have always appreciated everyone's willingness to share. The pictures are an invaluable learning tool and resource. I think we should have a separate category just for threads like this...it would, again, be an invaluable learning tool to have everyone's pics in...

OpForce

You can almost hear Beauchamp saying, "I once caught a fish this big..."

Sorry, couldn't help it.

EG

OpForce

I just returned and decided not to attend the museum. I had a chance to hit the Frazier in Louisville again last Monday, so I ended up getting my fix :D . I just barely had enough time to check the thread before leaving (from a hotel computer) and just wanted to step back in and thank everyone from ...

OpForce

I'm heading to Houston for a few days this week and noticed the museum on a website. Does anyone know if the museum houses any armour pieces?

Thanks In Advance!

Eric

OpForce

While you're at HF, be sure to pick up the football shaped dolly as well. I got both back in December when they came in and they are a bargain. The football shape may not show up on the website (I've only seen it in one catalog and I remember that one wouldn't come up in the search). Happy Hunting, EG

OpForce

I received a tool catalog today from McFeely's and as I was flipping through, I noticed that they sell stainless roofing nails. http://www.mcfeelys.com/subcat.asp?subcat=20.13.4 I know many use roofing nails for attaching leather straps at various points. You lose the galvanized coating at the tip w...

OpForce

Yes, I would have to agree that this has been one of the best resources that I've seen since it's original post date last May. I would say that I've checked it most days in hopes of a new picture or new insight and have probably accounted for 1000 of the views. Your craftsmanship is fantastic and yo...

OpForce

Yep, my bad, you're right! I still think the chance of them being the same suit is low although the arms are similar.

EG

OpForce

I finally got to go again the other day and picked up three items: -I found the largest dowel pin I've ever seen as it's 3" in diameter and 21" long. I'm guessing that it's some type of hardened steel. This will soon be a large pipe stake for raising :D -The second piece was a 2.5" X 1.75" X 48" pie...

OpForce

I would say more than likely they are not from the same suit. If you look very closely, you will notice that the gauntlets are different. In the first pic, the cusp overlaps the first plate approaching the hand. In the second pic, the first articulating plate overlaps the cusp. It's always a possibi...

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OpForce

I have the 110# Russian anvil (cast steel) that I got from HF for around $80. It took some cleaning up and the horn is not shaped like the high-end anvils, but it works fine for me. On a similar topic, I just received the two new auto dollies that HF is carrying, a tear drop and a half-football shap...

OpForce

Thanks, I'll check out Oakeshott's book!

EG

OpForce

Hello All, Is anyone aware of any study, references, articles, etc. concerning a comparison of breastplate shape/cross-section (i.e. how the shape has changed) over time? For example (please keep in mind that I'm no expert and may be WAY off on this), I've done a quick search through some extant sui...

OpForce

I got a flier today that had them listed for $79.99. I checked the website and they were $75.99 (including free shipping). ITEM 38413-2VGA Just to head off unnecessary discussion, if you don't like them, don't buy one. There are plenty of threads already for pros/cons, this post is for the hobbyist ...

OpForce

Thanks for the pics!

EG

OpForce

Ok, Done... The link above no longer contains any pictures from the Frasier Museum nor of any pieces from RA. All pictures have been pulled from public view. I am eternally grateful for those who have made similar displays available for me to peruse and save for my own study. For some, I'm sure a tr...

OpForce

Dear All, At the end of December, I had the opportunity to visit the Frasier Arms Museum in Louisville, KY. The are currently partnering with the Royal Armouries to display part of that collection in the US. Here is a link to a page that contains some of the photos I took. All of the credit info is ...

OpForce

All, Over the past year, I've really come to enjoy research on armour. I have acquired a large amount of photographs online from museums, ftp sites, etc. I download all I can find, edit, enlarge, and then insert them into Word files. A quick trip to Office Depot, and I get them all printed in B&W fo...

OpForce

I emailed him and he responded. I believe that he is working on his site and it should be up shortly. However, I would expect a new address.

Eric

OpForce

Yes, A fantastic site! Thanks Again! Jason, on a side note, I just made a second trip this week to the Frazier Museum in Louisville and took approx. 180 pics. If you would like to take a look to see if you want them for your site, I can probably email them to you in bulk. I'm in the process of clean...

OpForce

Hello,
This looks like a good idea. I wish you the best of luck. It would be nice to to have information on the 5 Board Members asap as well as who selected them, how they were selected, why they are qualified.

I look forward to hearing more.

Eric

OpForce

Excellent. Thanks guys, things are beginning to take shape. I appreciate the input.

Eric

OpForce

Guys, Thanks! I've been attempting to learn how to better classify armour which has been a daunting task given my limited resources (mainly books and internet). I have to admit, this particular suit threw me for a curve (without the fluting). Has a defined classification system been designed for arm...

OpForce

In a continuing effort to collect every pic of authentic armour, I have been collecting many images from the internet, printing them, and assembling my own reference catalog. I ran across a picture today of a harness that had many of the characteristics of the Maximillian style, minus the fluting. I...

OpForce

Hello, I picked mine up at Harbor Freight. I initially received their 55lb cast iron model, but immediately took it back for the 100lb cast steel version. The face and horn did take some finish work to get a better finish, but well worth the $79.99 that I paid for it. If anyone is in the Nashville, ...

OpForce

The book from the Cleveland Museum of Arts had excellent measurements for pieces in their collection (seems as if there were still some copies available at half.com). Also, doesn't TOMAR have a chart that compares common gauges and thicknesses of various period pieces...wait...yep...there you go. Pa...

OpForce

I, too, had the same paranoia (of course I didn't see all the negative comments about it until after I had ordered it). They must be popular as HF is constantly out of stock on these, it took about 2 months to get mine. Despite the paranoia, I've enjoyed mine. The only mods I had to make was that I ...

OpForce

I got one a few weeks ago and have been very satisfied with it thus far. It did take some novice level filing/grinding/sanding to make the blades adjustable. I also completely disassembled and cleaned the entire unit, sanded down the pivot areas, then regreased. I guess time will tell, but the sever...

OpForce

Brian,
Actually, I was referring to Le Armature Di S. Maria Delle Grazie Di Curtatone Di Mantova E L'Armatura Lombarda Del '400 (Fine, make me look it up

).

I don't think I've seen L'Arte Dell'Armature in Italia

EG[/u]

OpForce

I'll post what I can remember, possibly more after reviewing what I have in my office tomorrow. Arms and Armor: Cleveland Museum of Art -One of my favorites, index has measurements for individual pieces Arms and Armour: Chicago Mus. of Art -Another nice collection of pieces L'Armatura....etc (can't ...

Armouring Bench...Has anyone used or considered...

Shiny Shapes: Arms and Armor from the Zeughaus of Graz...

Armour at Houston Museum of Fine Arts?

Arming 'Nayles' for you guys who like Stainless or...

Breastplate Design Comparisons...

HF Throatless Shears On Sale....

Finally, Pics from the Frasier...

Fluting necessary to be classified as Maximillian???