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Charles Alexander

Yep

Charles Alexander

Ok.

To make sure I explained the measurements correctly, it's just under 13 inches from the top of the greave down to ankle bridge. The ankle flaps both extend about 2 inches past that.

Charles Alexander

Is there any interest in these? I'd like them to go to a good home.

Charles Alexander

Depending on the series and the year that can be true, but with the economy and sites like eBay, comic value(selling power) can go way down...

The depreciation value alone on comics a few months to a year old are high.

Of course some comics will sell well no matter how bad things are...

Charles Alexander

Just out of curiosity, has anyone been reading any of the newer stuff?

Charles Alexander

Charles Alexander

Charles Alexander

Sizing info on the rerebraces, please? In any case, I'll take dibs on these. The vambraces I'll need to cut down the one side as I'd be intending to point these between a floated steel cop and a single piece spaulder 1340ish style, but it should be the right length inside. The rerebraces are 13 inc...

Charles Alexander

Ditto, nice work.

Charles Alexander

It's a little hard to take a picture one handed

here you go -

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4064/453 ... f78d_b.jpg

The elbow cop could be pointed or attached to the vambrace. There are a number of ways it could work depending on how padding is used.

Charles Alexander

Are these meant to be worn like bazubands? I am interested, but a 13" outside length makes these REALLY long on me. Where exactly are you measuring to get 13" from elbow to wrist? Wearing the vambrace does cover a good portion of my elbow when my arm is extended. Not enough defense by its...

Charles Alexander

I have a nice pair of hardened leather greaves made by Audax last year. They are dyed a dark blue. They fit well but are a tad too short on me. They are new, have not seen combat, and have only been tried on a few times. Measurements - Top to ankle - 12 3/4 inches Ankle flaps - 2 inches I believe th...

Charles Alexander

Still available

Charles Alexander

Charles Alexander

pm sent

Charles Alexander

Myriador wrote:What oz leather are these? Over 10 oz?

It comes to about 1/8 thickness plus.

I don't know how Kilkenny's hardening process affects the thickness or what ounce he starts with, but I'm guessing by the measurements they would be 8 oz leather or so.

Charles Alexander

One more attempt before I resort to the dreaded eBay. I'm willing to break up the pair to anyone interested solely in a pair of vambraces or just the upper canons. I imagine these can be modified down to fit by someone with a little skill.

Fair offers will be considered.

Charles Alexander

Price reduced. $80 down from $110.

Charles Alexander

Charles Alexander

Pitbull graciously accepted a refund for a product I bought over a year ago...

Unexpected to say the least.

I would definitely do business with him again, and I would recommend his C-belts as quality items.

Thanks Pitbull!

Charles Alexander

The wrist collars can be easily removed, they're just sewed on. Without it, the sleeves may slide up your arm a bit when you raise them, but there are several period specific ways to prevent that. Tying it to your wrist with a string, attaching it to a gauntlet/bracers, or pointing it to a shirt.

Charles Alexander

Anyone want some Deadpool?

Charles Alexander

how do u hook that to chest armor or coat? sew it? will it work exactly like voiders? i may be interested thx Sean Sewing would work yes, or just using points on an arming jacket would work fine. You could also attach it to an existing maille vest. This maille is light enough that keeping it pointe...

Charles Alexander

Was the original question to trade comic books for comic books, or comic books for armor? I'd probably be up for trading some of the books I have for armor peices, depending on the specifics of the deal. Comics for comics was what I originally had in mind. Several others are involved now, and I ima...

Charles Alexander

Sold pending payment

Charles Alexander

I have one of Cet's helm tops available here. 12 gauge, just under 27' inches circumference.

Some light surface rust on a couple spots.

Asking $40 plus shipping.

Charles Alexander

thanks

Charles Alexander

I have a pair of welded stainless maille sleeves for sale. The rings are 24 gauge, 3/32 id. They're made from the same mesh they use in shark suits and butcher maille, so the mesh is very strong and has a very practical use. Not to mention they look great. Depending on the girth of your legs, these ...

Charles Alexander

Ok, last offer - $75 plus shipping.

Charles Alexander

If anyone is looking to offload some old (80's) GI Joe comics, feel free to send a pm... Sorry, i dont have much for trading, but getting my hands on some of the old GI Joes will take me back a few years! Destro as a roman cavalry mask? Cobra commander as an eyeless Secutor? Totally armour related....

Charles Alexander

I'll let you know if I come across them.

I'm mostly interested in Marvel and DC myself, and have some of the same to trade.

Charles Alexander

Anyone interested in trading comics?

Charles Alexander

I'm willing to entertain offers.

Charles Alexander

Sean Powell wrote:Layered birch plywood? I wonder if it would benefit from Sir Vitus's special candy coating protective layer?

It looks fantastic but it's not my period. be patient, someone will buy it for the unique wonderful piece that it is.

Sean

I'm sure I'm not the only one who wishes he could buy it.

Charles Alexander

FS: Pair of hardened leather greaves - Audax

Pitbull recommended

Re: mail

FS: 12 gauge helm top Rough from the Hammer - SOLD Pending

FS: Welded stainless maille sleeves - Sold

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