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by Charles Alexander
Tue Dec 16, 2008 3:50 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Master Chief
Replies: 10
Views: 775

Gwydion Caithnes wrote:...and who's to say that Master Chief's armour is metal...? It could just as easily be some kind of funky, sci-fi plastic like the SW stormtroopers, right?

Mind you, I've never played Halo, so I don't know what I'm talking about...


You're not far off the mark...
by Charles Alexander
Tue Dec 16, 2008 11:37 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: riveted chainmail hauberk vs Butted chainmail?
Replies: 10
Views: 272

14 gauge rings may hold up well enough. 14 gauge 5/16 stainless rings are STRONG... But heavy.... Here's a tip I heard from someone else. Consider using split rings. They can be used alongside solid punched rings. Not very historical, but easier to go with than making your own riveted or welded. Wou...
by Charles Alexander
Tue Dec 16, 2008 11:30 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Greaves greaves greaves!
Replies: 11
Views: 582

PMed. Sent this but its worth mentioning here.... We will be offering over 15 styles of greaves...and when I say 15, about twelve of those are 13th and 14th century designs--all historically documented. Ultimately I expect to offer about 20 types of greaves from basic gutter/shovel greves to accura...
by Charles Alexander
Mon Dec 15, 2008 7:55 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Greaves greaves greaves!
Replies: 11
Views: 582

The knee portions has those 'ears' that cover the sides of the knee. To my knowledge it's acceptable for SCA combat. I have a pair and they are protective.
by Charles Alexander
Mon Dec 15, 2008 7:27 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Greaves greaves greaves!
Replies: 11
Views: 582

http://www.truehearth.com/legs.html

http://www.truehearth.com/comb_knee_greave.jpeg
by Charles Alexander
Mon Dec 15, 2008 4:29 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: FS brass sheet
Replies: 28
Views: 864

Great. pm sent

Anyone else onboard?

I can look into the possibility of getting sections cut up into 12" by 12" which would be reasonably priced and shipped.
by Charles Alexander
Mon Dec 15, 2008 1:21 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: FS brass sheet
Replies: 28
Views: 864

Any takers?

I can probably get these sheets cut up locally without too much trouble.
by Charles Alexander
Mon Dec 15, 2008 1:17 am
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: SCA Combat and Chainmail
Replies: 26
Views: 1353

How well does the ss 22 gauge welded (butcher)maille hold up in combat? There's the frodo micro mesh style and the slighter larger size at .210 diameter.

Welding may be strong, but the ring thickness is considerably smaller.
by Charles Alexander
Sun Dec 14, 2008 8:11 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: FS: 14g Blued Cuphilt - $25.
Replies: 4
Views: 296

Not bad.

Ever do anything firescale?
by Charles Alexander
Sun Dec 14, 2008 5:19 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Large lot of armor for sale
Replies: 17
Views: 2031

While a great deal, and the armor looks good, I'll step aside. Dibs relinquished on the breast/back combo

You're next in line jabberwocky.
by Charles Alexander
Sun Dec 14, 2008 11:45 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: FS brass sheet
Replies: 28
Views: 864

losthelm wrote:if you cut them down to fit in a flat rate box you can fit a lot in there.


Yep, my thoughts precisely. Shipping would be reasonable that way
by Charles Alexander
Sat Dec 13, 2008 11:19 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: FS brass sheet
Replies: 28
Views: 864

FS brass sheet

With brass prices through the roof, this might interest some of you guys. Found this guy on craigslist last month when I posted an ad asking for sheet metal scrap. He has the following brass sheets(his stats): 18 ga. - 24" x 48", 5 available $65.00 ea. 20 ga. - 36" x 48", 4 avail...
by Charles Alexander
Thu Dec 11, 2008 4:06 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Von Sussen... a tale of woe
Replies: 40
Views: 1717

Imports are hit or miss in quality and depends entirely on what YOU think is good stuff or not.

Beware of eBay unless you have the experience to tell the good from the bad.

Thank God for the archive and the myriad of good armorers to be found here.
by Charles Alexander
Thu Dec 11, 2008 1:59 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Von Sussen... a tale of woe
Replies: 40
Views: 1717

Yes
by Charles Alexander
Mon Dec 08, 2008 11:15 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: FS Knee pads
Replies: 1
Views: 185

:bump: o
by Charles Alexander
Sun Dec 07, 2008 11:43 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: FS Knee pads
Replies: 1
Views: 185

FS Knee pads

I have a good pair of white Franklin knee pads(volleyball) for sale - m I paid $20 for them brand new. They've been tried on a couple times, not used in sports or combat. Well padded, would be solid protection, especially for someone with troublesome knees. Slight grease/oil on the surface from putt...
by Charles Alexander
Thu Dec 04, 2008 2:46 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Review - Thumbs up for Tatsuo
Replies: 1
Views: 133

Review - Thumbs up for Tatsuo

Just got my lovely new great helm from William(Tatsuo).

I love it, it's awesome. Very well constructed, he even punched the holes for free. Communication was top notch, well packed and shipped, and included the UPS tracking #.

Would definitely recommend his work, and would buy from him again!
by Charles Alexander
Thu Dec 04, 2008 2:16 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Keepin your visor up
Replies: 6
Views: 368

One of these magnets - http://cgi.ebay.com/4-Neodymium-Magnets ... m153.l1262
by Charles Alexander
Thu Dec 04, 2008 2:15 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Keepin your visor up
Replies: 6
Views: 368

You could go crazy and put a little gas piston under there like on the rear glass of an SUV to hold it up but if the spring pin fails your helmet will fly open Cheers! Heh heh, not a bad idea, maybe add a bumper sticker and some headlights while you're at it. Thank you Gentlemen, your advice is pre...
by Charles Alexander
Thu Dec 04, 2008 8:28 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Keepin your visor up
Replies: 6
Views: 368

Keepin your visor up

I got this fairly nice sallet not too long ago. There is a pin to keep the visor locked down, however, keeping the visor up is an issue. I can slide it all the way up(which requires a little force), but the rivets are a bit too tight, and there's nothing to keep it up on top of the helm. Any suggest...
by Charles Alexander
Thu Dec 04, 2008 8:17 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Greaves with rivet post
Replies: 8
Views: 328

Thanks gents, that's the info I was lookin for.
by Charles Alexander
Wed Dec 03, 2008 1:16 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Greaves with rivet post
Replies: 8
Views: 328

Greaves with rivet post

Is there any historical significance behind this design? m m I just got a pair of these greaves, and I'm contemplating removing the post as it's a bit of an eyesore... But I see the logic in the design. Holding the greave to the lowest knee lame, less separation risk, possible less noise too. Any th...
by Charles Alexander
Tue Dec 02, 2008 6:56 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Large lot of armor for sale
Replies: 17
Views: 2031

I too am interested in the breast and back combo. Dibs on the other one pending measurements.
by Charles Alexander
Tue Dec 02, 2008 9:43 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Going to be sellign some things this evening... check this..
Replies: 43
Views: 2587

Got my greaves today. Love em. Thanks MJ!
by Charles Alexander
Mon Dec 01, 2008 8:57 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Used maille for sale?
Replies: 1
Views: 149

You're right it doesn't...

If you want riveted, but not flattened, there's this - http://forums.armourarchive.org/phpBB2/ ... t=#1243290
by Charles Alexander
Sun Nov 30, 2008 7:35 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Has anyone seen THIS! (LOST ITEM)
Replies: 7
Views: 1078

Re: Cool

Tatsuo Okami wrote:Thanx..
But so do I.... :P Approx 2200 in 2024 Alum t-4 temper :twisted:
Was a small.. I'm getting ready to do 2 Mediums.

:roll: Any color suggestions for lacing and Leather dye? :roll:


How bout red? :D
by Charles Alexander
Sat Nov 29, 2008 12:43 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Two Swords and two Rondels made by me + Good links
Replies: 6
Views: 351

Pretty
by Charles Alexander
Fri Nov 28, 2008 10:24 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: is it safe to order from steel mastery?
Replies: 3
Views: 419

Hit or miss. Try writing them, ask a few questions, and gauge their response time. If they don't answer emails within a reasonable amount of time, they'll probably have the same delays in making armor.
by Charles Alexander
Tue Nov 25, 2008 9:40 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Helmschmied's inspired gothic breast and back
Replies: 9
Views: 408

Nice! Can you make me one? :D
by Charles Alexander
Mon Nov 24, 2008 2:35 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Going to be sellign some things this evening... check this..
Replies: 43
Views: 2587

Thanks. 8)
by Charles Alexander
Sun Nov 23, 2008 11:21 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Going to be sellign some things this evening... check this..
Replies: 43
Views: 2587

Aranon wrote:Anything ship yet???


Negative. Still waiting.
by Charles Alexander
Sat Nov 22, 2008 3:56 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: My father in law *rocks*
Replies: 11
Views: 755

Awesome, looks like you married well(into the right family) :D
by Charles Alexander
Fri Nov 21, 2008 8:22 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Selling Armour for dirt cheap
Replies: 8
Views: 1134

If you don't mind waiting for a couple weeks, the bevor still interests me. Is it mild or stainless?

If someone else has the funds now and wants the bevor, I will graciously bow out.

:wink:
by Charles Alexander
Thu Nov 20, 2008 8:58 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: I bid
Replies: 14
Views: 312

D. Sebastian wrote:all the latinum in the quadrant

[img]http://www.startrekcollectibles.co.uk/acatalog/quark1.jpg[/img]


Gold pressed or in liquid form? :D
by Charles Alexander
Thu Nov 20, 2008 1:57 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Hey Brother, can you spare a Linothorax?
Replies: 27
Views: 773

If you're on a budget, paper works, too, if you can disguise it. I've been thinking about doing something like that for years, but never had the real excuse to go for it.... but my test pieces stop sword cuts cold (I don't know about SCA power levels, but I shatter canes on a heavy bag if I'm not c...

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