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by Thorbjorn
Fri May 19, 2006 5:05 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Shieldbender.com to resume production in late June.
Replies: 0
Views: 195

Shieldbender.com to resume production in late June.

After an unplaned haitus, I'll be starting up my shield bending again, hoping to be able to fill orders in mid-late June.

All existing orders will either be refunded or finished as per the request of the person that placed them.
by Thorbjorn
Tue Jan 31, 2006 1:04 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Jyhad card game
Replies: 14
Views: 534

I so wish I hadn't traded my whole Jyhad collection for Rage. :/

"Awake With Evening's Freshnesh" was one of my favorite cards. :)

*sigh* Sorry I missed this one. :)
by Thorbjorn
Thu Jan 26, 2006 11:56 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Custom heraldic embroidery patterns
Replies: 13
Views: 545

I'll be in contact as soon as I get my device registered.
by Thorbjorn
Mon Jan 23, 2006 1:36 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: How did you all Choose your Persona Name?
Replies: 85
Views: 2075

Ok, not trying to resurect a long-dead thread (heh, ok so I am!) I almost registered my name when lo and behold I was given a new one right here on the forums! :) What's more Scandie than a given-name. :) Might not have an overly hard time getting it to pass muster...but I am rapidly not really carr...
by Thorbjorn
Tue Jan 10, 2006 3:19 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Custom shield blanks for sale
Replies: 17
Views: 1025

Ceddie wrote:your prices are great, I cant wait to see pics!

Ceddie
I have a large batch of bends and semi-flats that I am finishing up shortly, I'll be sure to get my shop cleaned up and get pics.
by Thorbjorn
Mon Jan 09, 2006 5:12 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Custom shield blanks for sale
Replies: 17
Views: 1025

Ok, I got my placeholder web site up. http://www.shieldbender.com

There will be many updates to this page over the next few weeks.
by Thorbjorn
Fri Jan 06, 2006 5:12 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: Armor you see at non-SCA Events!
Replies: 37
Views: 2041

Many moons ago, when the earth was young. (about 29 years ago) the new (sca) shire of Illiton, here In the middle kingdom (Illinois) got involved in putting on an "olde English Faire" with the State of Illinois. This dern thing has been going on since then, and our (now) Barony has been entwined wi...
by Thorbjorn
Thu Jan 05, 2006 5:34 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: I love Dark Victory! Really!
Replies: 128
Views: 5907

I started off looking at DVA and after some soulsearching and several private mesage-based conversations with very excellent folks here, I passed on it. There are several folks (White Mountain, Ashcraft-Baker, etc) that make gear that is not out of the reach of folks starting out. I haven't gotten v...
by Thorbjorn
Thu Jan 05, 2006 3:47 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Custom shield blanks for sale
Replies: 17
Views: 1025

I am in the process of building a website. As soon as it's 'street ready' I'l be sure to make mention of it here.

Until then, if you're interested in getting a blank before I go live, just PM me here.
by Thorbjorn
Tue Jan 03, 2006 6:57 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Custom shield blanks for sale
Replies: 17
Views: 1025

:bump:

:)
by Thorbjorn
Tue Jan 03, 2006 6:16 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Vitus' shields: a review with pics
Replies: 31
Views: 1565

I throw my $.02 in on the time issue. To make a 'glassed custom Hoplite would indeed be MUCH longer than doing it out of aircraft alumiunum, just not nearly as cool. Vitus, if I hit the Powerball tomorrow, I just might order one. :twisted: It's cool to see the pics, btw. :) Nice job on the front fin...
by Thorbjorn
Tue Jan 03, 2006 6:11 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: SCA Viking/Saxon inspired hero's helm
Replies: 32
Views: 1698

When I first looked, I was wondering how it would pass specs with the big gap in the front. The faceplate looks a bit like a silver manequin head. ;)

EXCELLENT job! :)
by Thorbjorn
Wed Dec 14, 2005 4:59 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Anvil at harbor Freight
Replies: 33
Views: 1293

Trystan of Anglesey wrote:I just bought one of those last Saturday but it was only $29.99! :D
Yeah, I got the flier at home but couldn't remember what it was priced at for store purchase.

Now to convice the wife that a 55lb present is ok for xmas... ;)
by Thorbjorn
Wed Dec 14, 2005 4:53 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: I have an axe to grind....
Replies: 30
Views: 1351

I'm game for a U-grind-it Mac Axehead. :)
by Thorbjorn
Wed Dec 14, 2005 4:27 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Anvil at harbor Freight
Replies: 33
Views: 1293

Anvil at harbor Freight

Ok, I know that this cast jobber won't take too much abuse, but would a 55lb anvil be useful? http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=42018 I don't really plan on doing any smith work until I am not in a rental property and have homeowners insurance, but I was wondering if t...
by Thorbjorn
Tue Dec 06, 2005 10:31 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Sneak peek at new helm kit (large download)
Replies: 43
Views: 3595

I just might be able to talk the missus into letting me make some serious noise in the garage with this kit.

Erick, put me on The List for sure. :)
by Thorbjorn
Tue Dec 06, 2005 10:27 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Star Scale experements
Replies: 15
Views: 1660

Depending on the gap between the scales (it looks about the size of a standard arrow point) the archery test might be...interesting.

I would think that the shape of the scales would almost force the arrow to go into the opening due to the shape of the pieces.
by Thorbjorn
Tue Nov 29, 2005 3:07 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Custom shield blanks for sale
Replies: 17
Views: 1025

:bump:
by Thorbjorn
Tue Nov 29, 2005 2:54 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: How did you all Choose your Heraldic Device?
Replies: 59
Views: 1817

EFF: As soon as I get around to submitting mine, I'll be in contact to get a MUCH better rendering. :) My most recent arms grew out of several attempts to incorperate a bear's head. Then I woke up and realized that I ddn't go into graphic arts due to lack to freehand talent. ;) Azure, a bend argent,...
by Thorbjorn
Wed Nov 23, 2005 7:17 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Desperation sale to save my dog
Replies: 51
Views: 2210

I remember loosing my Elkhound to cancer when I was young. The pup is one of the nicest things that could have been done for your family. One won't take the place of the other, but the pup will definately be well loved as it came in so close to the passing of your Kindred. If my finances weren't suc...
by Thorbjorn
Tue Nov 22, 2005 6:03 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: How did you all Choose your Persona Name?
Replies: 85
Views: 2075

Thorbjorn Johannson is good for any Norse persona after Christianity's rise in scandinavia. That gives me a wide range of timeline to choose from. :) Currently, I'm concentrating on around 1066 and 1535-ish. I may find a different name for my early persona, but probably not. :) Besides, E(i)rik Ol(a...
by Thorbjorn
Mon Nov 21, 2005 1:56 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Getting a little nervous....
Replies: 24
Views: 1013

I second the request for pics. :) Armour Pr0n is always good.
by Thorbjorn
Fri Nov 18, 2005 8:05 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: A few more items finished this week....
Replies: 3
Views: 383

Those arms are nice!
by Thorbjorn
Fri Nov 18, 2005 8:04 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Gambesons For Christmas
Replies: 4
Views: 508

May things settle down for you so that more of us can wear your finery.

Be well,
by Thorbjorn
Fri Nov 18, 2005 8:44 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: What are your favorite types of tournies?
Replies: 77
Views: 1701

InsaneIrish wrote:Most recently:
Viking Holmgang Tourney with greatweapons, no sheilds on a 6ft x 6ft hide. :twisted:
Now THAT sounds like a hoot, for both those on and off the list. :)
by Thorbjorn
Fri Nov 18, 2005 8:42 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: elbow injuries
Replies: 41
Views: 1315

I wrecked my rotator cuff way back in the dim ages of High School wrestling. I plan on being very aware of how I use my right arm and will be very careful to not remove all of the spring from my arm when I land shots. I have no interest in injury that can be prevented. Frieman, if you can isolate ex...
by Thorbjorn
Thu Nov 17, 2005 1:25 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Product testers needed for new arming/fighting garments
Replies: 13
Views: 539

II, I missed on more criteria than you. :(

Ah well, maybe next time.
by Thorbjorn
Thu Nov 17, 2005 1:22 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: E-Bay Fuglees
Replies: 57
Views: 2270

InsaneIrish wrote:Its....Not easy................Being Greeeeeeeeeeen! :lol: :lol: :lol:
Damnit, II! I *almost* had noodles comming out of my nose. I shoulda known not to read this thread over lunch! ;)
by Thorbjorn
Wed Nov 16, 2005 4:01 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: HELP.....
Replies: 9
Views: 517

Yeah, cut-offs can be done with one person, typically I find that the jigsaw works if you have a second person to oil the metal as you cut.

And try to remember NOT to use the Jigsaw on HARDENED metal. :x
by Thorbjorn
Wed Nov 16, 2005 3:34 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Coat of Plates Questions
Replies: 5
Views: 364

To add to what Wulf said, the leather is there to hold the plates in place. Let the plates do the job of protecting you, use lighter leather. I've been told that 3-4oz is a good thickness and will help kep the weight down. I plan on using 8-9oz on my splinted vembraces, but that's because I broke my...
by Thorbjorn
Wed Nov 16, 2005 3:25 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Questions occurring from visit to Leeds Royal Armouries
Replies: 12
Views: 437

Mike England wrote:I read a interview with Toby Capwell a while back...That includes saddle and everything and if you think that trim was brass you would be wrong.
I thought he said it was gilt brass? I couldn't tear myself away from that Armour Pr0n. :) ARS in 2007, I will so be there. :)
by Thorbjorn
Wed Nov 16, 2005 2:41 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: HELP FOR NEWBIES, FROM A NEWBIE!
Replies: 6
Views: 379

There will be a third website for shields soon. Now to finish getting the hosting lined up, a few things finished and photographs taken... ;)
by Thorbjorn
Wed Nov 16, 2005 2:38 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: HELP.....
Replies: 9
Views: 517

If you have a Lowes near by, they have a decent variable-speed jigsaw for around $20 that uses metal-cutting blades quite nicely. It'd go a bit faster and it's the cost of about 5 boxes of the good cutoff wheels. ;) I know the feeling, I've got almost nothing of my kit done. Don't worry about it, yo...
by Thorbjorn
Tue Nov 15, 2005 1:44 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Anyone here like wargaming miniatures?
Replies: 10
Views: 526

Need a shield(s)? :)
by Thorbjorn
Mon Nov 14, 2005 4:52 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Custom shield blanks for sale
Replies: 17
Views: 1025

Borrowing an idea from Sit Vitus (with permission), custom shield shapes can be mailed to me cut from cardboard (full-sized). This way you can be sure to get the right shape/size for what you're looking for. Most custom cuts as provided will be an additional $10, bringing the cost of the blank to $30.

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