The Armour Archive

Jestyr

Otto, I would personally be happy to refer new people to you for these sorts of things IF AND ONLY IF I knew you were fulfilling your back orders. As is, you pop in here from time to time to say that you need to sell a few things to help pay bills, buy metal, etc. without any sort of updates on who ...

Jestyr

Max, You know me well, know what I do, the business I run and that I deal with long development cycles for some significant amounts of dollars. I think some expectation on the customer's behalf that most armourers, even ones with previously good reputations, run a little behind is appropriate. I bel...

Jestyr

For my 11th century Norman eye, I think it looks great. I definitely prefer it less "poofy", as well.

Jestyr

Interesting lyst.

Good luck, bud.

Jestyr

I've been following it's progress on Facebook and it's really coming together beautifully.

Jestyr

Very mini "war". Generally the fighting is only Saturday, but I suppose pickups could happen on Friday night (I live 10 hrs away, so I never would get to see that). Melee/Battle scenarios only. Usually it is well organized so there isn't a lot of waiting in between scenarios. And pickups. Usually th...

Jestyr

I know nothing about this era of history so I cannot speak to its authenticity, but it is REALLY COOL.

Jestyr

I have now gone 18 consecutive days wherin I wake up at 4AM to find an overnight email from a client, who has placed an order within less than 5 days prior, with an estimated time of delivery of 3 weeks to 60 days. The email demands that I drop everything and do thiers first. When I tell them it is...

Jestyr

having a "problem" of some kind and responding to it well actually improves your real customers' confidence in you over not having the problem in the first place. So admitting that something is a little funny is actually the opposite of "omitting PR seppuku." It can make customers and potential cus...

Jestyr

I think that you will have trouble finding evidence of fluted helms before the 15th century John d'Abernon's bascinet is a fairly well known "helm" from the 14th cen. Here is an example from Doug Strong's page: http://talbotsfineaccessories.com/books/daubernon_bascinet2.gif Here is another reconstr...

Jestyr

Here are the hidden arms I made for my late roman kit. they go under tunic sleves. The cops have integral wool blanket padding sen into them. The arms point to my arming doublet. http://imageshack.us/a/img502/8240/hiddenarms1.jpg Now you've gone and made me look bad! :-) Seriously, though, that loo...

Jestyr

I agree with the advice of consult your doctor and physical therapist. Also, I would make it clear to them what you do. Show them videos. Your PT will likely have you work on exercises specific for the sport. My personal experience is I had shoulder surgery to repair a torn labrum and shredded rotat...

Jestyr

Lovely.

Jestyr

maxntropy wrote: Great job stabbing that giant red lizard that was about to attack you both!

Somebody had to save the world from the giant red lizard beast!

Jestyr

Blaine de Navarre wrote:
leekellerking wrote:What about longer sleeves?

I'm pretty sure he was kidding. But, in case he was not, I have long sleeves. Much like Blaine, I keep it a little baggy so as not to have panty lines.

Jestyr

One of the things that bothers me about my kit is when the arms of my tunic ride up and my vambraces are exposed. While they are leather and stainless, it still ruins the hidden armour look that I am trying to achieve. You can see an example here (I am in the yellow and red tunic): http://flyingchim...

Jestyr

InsaneIrish wrote:So, would that mean that Ebonwolf sells the same plates that Icefalcon uses to make his full lamallar?

Yep.

Jestyr

Vladimir wrote:If I recall, Icefalcon only sells the finished product, while Ebonwulf only sells the loose scales.

I may be wrong, I'm sure one or the other will correct me if I am.

My understanding is that this is correct, as well.

Jestyr

I seem to remember a tourney fight in Trimaris beside a lovely lake against some young punk wherein I didn't even HAVE to block... Until, of course, a REAL fighter (i.e., his Majesty of Trimaris, I believe) detached my large bicep tendon and sent me back to the surgical suite... LOL. Methinks your ...

Jestyr

maxntropy wrote:But the shield has tasted rattan and done that for which it was created.

When you say "tasted rattan", what I know you really mean is "smelled rattan", because I've seen how "well" you block.

Jestyr

I don't think it is a Windrose. They do a different style bargrill, and it is usually painted black. Also, the shape of the nasal and top are slightly different. There are also a few other little things that make me think it is not. In fact, I'd be surprised if it were a Windrose. THAT SAID, it is v...

Jestyr

Get a room you two.

Jestyr

I use the windrose setup, and I like it, but it took some getting used to for me. You will wind up having a leather strap at your neck (in addition to the chinstrap at your chin), so I could see some people having a problem with it.

Jestyr

Count Johnathan wrote:Can't beat that quality for those prices IMO.

Seconded. Being loaner gear, it helps even more if it is maintenance free (i.e. aluminum).

Jestyr

bigfredb wrote: There are a lot of different armour designs that can be hidden under garments. They don't necessarily need to be incorporated into said garments.

This. Build protective armour that is comfortable and safe. The garb that covers it do separately. Much more effective and easier.

Jestyr

Samuel wrote:I think the rpice is the major thing keeping it from being widespread.

This. It can be pricey, but I would not be concerned with longevity. If I wanted lamellar, I would not hesitate.

Jestyr

I'll second the 55 gallon HDPE plastic drums. Given the budget you are referring to, that seems like the best way to go. I can find them here for around $10, which is much cheaper than a full sheet. As Raito said, I'd make a real coat of plates instead of what you displayed. It is likely easier, and...

Jestyr

I can't speak to the authenticity, but it looks really cool.

That said, the bazuband design you have does not appear to be SCA legal. It looks like you would need additional coverage on the side of the elbow.

Jestyr

Thorvaldr Skegglauss wrote:Just this past weekend at Tournier des Hertwaldes.

Great location atmosphere.

Jestyr

Really nice. Do you have confidence that it can withstand the style of combat?

Jestyr

Very well deserved!

(I was about to email you and Kenwrec whether you were going to post the great news! LOL)

Jestyr

I agree that there needs to be a hard cutoff and the Society has chosen pre-17th century. There is a part of me that wants to say if we are hardass enough to say "I'm sorry but that suit you have spent a lot of time and effort on is 50 or 60 years too late." Then there should be a "costume nazi" at...

Jestyr

What size should they fit?

Jestyr

Are you a knight with female squires or students? Do you make recommendations to them regarding strength training? If so what are they? What exercises, routines, etc.? If you do have female squires or students and you do not make such recommendations, why not? I am not a knight, but I am a reasonab...

Jestyr

I am not like some armours that have the luxury of being able to hammer helmet domes in minutes with a power hammer. I agree with Irish that it seemed that you got defensive when someone was sincerely trying to offer useful information (after asked). I would add that as a consumer, the fact that yo...

Re: Ongoing restock sale at Otto's Armoury

Re: Issues with Anshelm order

Re: Need advice. 14th c cote. Gores vs no Gores.

Re: Trimaris Fall Crown Lyst

Re: getting the legs done!

Re: Pamhandle Skirmishes

Re: New Knotwolf Gaulic

Re: WTB this

Re: X post- Where are all the armourers on the west coast?!

Re: fluted bascinet

Re: Hidden Arm Armour: A Step Beyond (prototype)

Re: Shoulders & Weapons Forms

Re: A recently completed project from Anshelm Arms

Re: Hidden Arm Armour: A Step Beyond (prototype)

Re: Hidden Arm Armour: A Step Beyond (prototype)

Hidden Arm Armour: A Step Beyond (prototype)

Re: SPRING BRASS and Aircraft Aluminum Lamellar Shirts!

Re: SPRING BRASS and Aircraft Aluminum Lamellar Shirts!

Re: For the record... the CotT shield is now "combat" art...

Re: For the record... the CotT shield is now "combat" art...

Re: FS: Stainless Norman Conical w/ Butted Aventail

Re: LF/WTB Spangenhelm

Re: Chin Strap Ideas, Again?

Re: munitions grade knee/elbow cops

Re: Recommendations for plastics?

Re: Performance of Spring Brass lamellar?

Re: Recommendations for plastics?

Re: Turkish/Pesrian type set coming...

Re: 2012...Show us your kits

Re: MY early 14th century for BOTN

Re: HUZZAH! Gucauo Ramiric!!!

Re: 2012...Show us your kits

Re: stainless splinted arms and knees

Re: What strength training for female students? (SCA)

Re: New Kronos helmet 14g hot rolled mild steel.