The Armour Archive

Jestyr

Early Norman is very doable. I'll post some photos later.

Jestyr

Vitus von Atzinger wrote:Be sure to fight Gaston himself- best 9 foot spear duellist I have even seen.

http://trimaris.org/index.php?q=spearman

Jestyr

Your knight must sign you in.

No, wait. That was a different thread.

Jestyr

Here you go, a couple pics of extant examples: http://aiden-groundpounder.smugmug.com/photos/352363656_35VdE-XL.jpg Add a couple more vertical bars and eliminate the twisty wire and that should pass SCA. Why would you need to add bars and remove the twisty wire? If the bars width is 1" or less...

Jestyr

I think duck cloth would be really uncomfortable. Agreed. Duck cloth is very hot in Florida. Linen is the way to go. For a pattern, I bought a pair of pajamas that fit me well from walmart and cut them up. If you don't want to sew, I'd recommend the linen pants from Adric here on the archive. What ...

Jestyr

KyleKurth wrote:During what time period would you have seen these? I love the look on them!

Kyle,

He also makes a bottle style that is a little more accurate for earlier periods. I'll bring mine to fighter practice on Thursday if you'd like to see it.

-Kenric

Jestyr

I had a not so great transaction with Armstreet. I had ordered a number of things via an ebay auction, and when I expressed disappointment with 1 or 2 of the items, they pretty much told me to piss off. It was for some belts, shoes and pouches. Shipping was also very slow (2 months or so for suppose...

Jestyr

Very pretty.

I also like that you have a seat inside for a little person.

Jestyr

What about early 11th century? 1020-1040 or so (just before the conquest).

My understanding is that the Bliauts and cyclas weren't until the 12th century.

Jestyr

At least it proves I am paying attention.

Jestyr

Gulf Wars is rapidly approaching and the weather is expected to be cold. Based on that, I started doing some research as to a coat that would be appropriate for an 11th century Norman. I can't find much. The closest I can find is a bathrobe style coat that was found at Hedeby, where (supposedly) sim...

Jestyr

The Viking Shield appear to be exactly the same as the Historic Enterprises ones. Did they rip it off? Did HE rip VS off? Are they a reseller?

Jestyr

Thorstenn wrote:Bout time.
Your work is fantastic, if you could do it in Stainless, I would consider it. Mild just won't work for most Trimarians. 89% humidity most of the time.

Thor.

The salt content in the air doesn't help either.

Jestyr

What Audax has done is exactly the same as Otto. She has taken money and not delivered. I take that back, at least Otto has responded and delivered *some* product (albeit very sporadically). Her behavior is no better than Otto or Brand or any of the other list of armourers that have screwed people.

Jestyr

Dibs x4

Jestyr

They both should be pretty similar to the Cliff. Neither has an aggressive last, so they should be pretty comfy. As far as size, get the smallest that "make sense". So if you wear an 11.5-13, and most of them are 12 or 13, get the 11.5. Climbing shoes need to be small. You don't want any g...

Jestyr

Oswyn_de_Wulferton wrote:I got mine from North Star. Great design, and one of the few places working in nickel silver instead of brass (Northan working in sterling silver was a bit too pricey for me). Think it was like 25-30 for the pair, and haven't had a single issue with them. Work great.

Link?

Jestyr

[quote="Charlotte J"]
If I recall correctly, I didnâ€™t actually tell you that you were using too much trim. I donâ€™t actually know all that much about the period that youâ€™re doing. However, Iâ€™m pretty sure I said something like, â€œDo you really need trim?â€

Jestyr

You shouldn't need "baggy" pants to hide hidden legs if they are well fitted. How have other early-period personas figured this one out? I haven't seen many poleyns in my kingdom, that adequately covered the knee, that didn't also mess with the lines of a fitted pair of trews/chausses. He...

Jestyr

I need a way to hide my knees that is close to period for me, as well- and because my principality is lousy with Norsemen, I just don't want to wear baggy trousers. Call me contrary. You shouldn't need "baggy" pants to hide hidden legs if they are well fitted. In my opinion, it is silly t...

Jestyr

Jestyr, Instead of 1/4 inch foam why not a tight fitting hexpad shirt? minimal bulk and still padded.. I actually wear a hexpad shirt, but it does not have padding in a few areas that when I took some test shots (albeit with a big fishbat) it was a little more ooomph than I wanted. Not sure if the ...

Jestyr

Where does everyone get their winingas hooks from? I have some from Historic Enterprises, and they are very nice, I just want something different. I know Raymond carries them, but I've heard questionable things about his quality. ArmourAndCastings has one, but it is distinctly rus/viking. (Btw, thei...

Jestyr

But he's also got a Morion on order, to me it appears he's leaning towards later period Spanish? No? I missed that. D'oh! Ignore me!!! Thank you very much Jestyr! I am looking to do a spanish conquistador (change from spanish rodellero) I will replace chest with a peascod bp one of these days, from...

Jestyr

I made a variation of this: m I made it with a solid front and back, with 2 piece sides (6 total pieces). I used paracord to strap it all together for strength and easy field repairs. It also lets it shift a bit, which lets it form to the body better. Upsides: Very low profile. Even more so than my ...

Jestyr

Jestyr, Yes, that is on the eventual to do list. I want to try hidden elbows under the tunic sleeve and brass splinted vambraces on the outside mimicking the Valsgarde find to fit with the rest of the kit. Lower leg brass splints will go with the legs, as well. I also have finger guantlets in the w...

Jestyr

Perhaps, Otto, you can use the proceeds from this sale to return some of the money from those who have purchased armour from you and not gotten it after many, many months?

Jestyr

Alvar, you look great for first kit. Better than many people who have been fighting for years. Have you considered using a heater as a shield? You seem to be putting together a 14th century style harness and the round shield doesn't seem to fit.

Jestyr

Just paint Alfred E Newman on your shield and be done with it.

Jestyr

Nice job. The darkening really looks great.

Have you considered covering the arm harness with a tunic? It is the one piece that seems a bit out of place to me.

Otherwise a very nice kit.

Jestyr

No interest. I wear a size 8.5 normal show and a size 5.5 or 6 climbing shoe. I haven't climbed in years after my injury. I'm sure the Cliffs will be fine for your needs. I would recommend getting them smaller than you think, though. You will want them smaller as you get better, and you'll have to r...

Jestyr

Price?

Can you make them out of linen?

What are the dimensions that the sizes reflect?

Jestyr

Since when are judging sheets not interaction? Of course, I always put my contact information on my judging sheets, and would hope all judges do the same.* In my opinion, judging sheets are not particularly effective, two-way interactions, no matter how much contact information you include. Judging...

Jestyr

... don't know how to take criticism they have received and absorb it in a useful way. I never considered accepting criticism as being a learned skilled. I think part of it is that, but another (I think) stems from a lack of confidence. SCAdians as a whole are not a particularly socially adept bunc...

Jestyr

I was thinking the same thing...

Jestyr

Very nice job. As a previous poster mentioned, you are now light years ahead of where you were.

Coat for an 11th Century Norman?

Winingas Hooks?