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Swete

InsaneIrish wrote:Pot helm.

the bottom link? I'm pretty sure that removable face plate is fantasy.

Pretty freaking cool looking though. I wouldn't mind seeing it on the field.

Swete

HDPE also makes good components for a coat of plates, if one were so inclined to use plastic over steel for whatever reason. The curve of the barrel fits most people's chest and belly shapes from what I have seen.

Swete

Having only had my right thigh stuck about 4 times per year while using this style, I can say that leg shots are less a worry now. When I used left leg forward, I got an average of 1-2 thigh hit per practice....and I fight against some pretty good fighters.

Swete

I see this and other attempts at newbie references. All the time thinking that each of these cheat sheets are not enough. They only scratch the surface of what we really need. A newbies to guide to appearing historically accurate with their first kit. It should include a historical picture referenc...

Swete

It would certainly be pretty though.

Swete

swete, Is that picture how you fight in sca steel combat? I'm fighting a light armor tourney after a heavy armor tourney and want to go sword and shield. Also what is your shield made of that it doesn't need edging? That is my non-SCA wall decor shield ;) I did round the edges so I could use it for...

Swete

Maybe a bling SCA version (maille drape, visors and such) shown side by side with a SCAdian version like the sallet and bascinet you show there. In essence: Bare bones historical vs Higher attempt at historical.

Also, I commend you on your effort to help the new guys!

Swete

I fight with my right leg forward with a centergrip round. It works quite well for me. I find that it denies the thigh shots to the left leg and adds a good deal of range, as others have mentioned. However, though it isn't static, my stance tends to be a bit deeper than those shown by Payn. It is mo...

Swete

I think Mad Matt is back in business

Swete

Welded is more expensive, but doesn't suffer from Maille-moths nearly as much.
Riveted is usually cheaper, but begats holes more frequently (which isn't that often in the first place)
Welded also usually comes only in stainless, whereas riveted comes in demon steel and mild.

Swete

Varukh wrote:
Swete wrote:Whoot! Just had my request for Friday the 16th off go through! That means a long drive straight after work and a collapse in a uncomfortable tent late Thursday night. But it also means I will get to be there for Friday and Saturday!!!
Yay!

And "huzzahs" to boot!

Swete

Whoot! Just had my request for Friday the 16th off go through! That means a long drive straight after work and a collapse in a uncomfortable tent late Thursday night. But it also means I will get to be there for Friday and Saturday!!!

Swete

I dunno, but the little bit that is see-able is pretty spiff looking

Swete

Maybe so action shots later http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k174/bcannata/bizzy.jpg Very nice! The fit on your armour looks really good and the helm is gorgeous. However, one little suggestion: I would suggest either putting some black tape or coloring with a permanent marker, the blue foam that ...

Swete

Dental floss is essentially what artificial sinew is -- long strand nylon and wax. Is there a significant difference in strength between the two though? I was thinking of using floss for another leather working purpose (turnshoes and maybe a belt pouch), but I wasn't sure if it would be a good idea...

Swete

Just curious, cause aren they like $115 on the site? Elricxiii....Swete does get a +1 at least! He is a tough target to hit. :) Yeah, they are $128 if you get the pre-creassed options. And that isn't counting shipping. This is a darn good deal, IMO. @Varuhk and Elricxiii: It isn't the helm, it is m...

Swete

I hope it works out for you!

Swete

Here's hoping. Most fun I have ever had in the SCA. If I get to go this year, it will likely just be for Friday and Saturday. That's if I can get Friday off....

Swete

Yes, it is.

Swete

Halvgrimr wrote:
Shire of Shittimwoode.

Holy S**t! Is that really the Shire's name?!

Swete

whonew wrote:this is a good deal

It really is! I am surprised that Botaro is the first I have seen to do offer completed pieces for sale.

Swete

@Graham
Consider how many literary and pictoral references we have to the Anglo-Saxons wearing maille, but we have only found one shirt of it. It seems to be a relatively common thing to have pics but no surviving pieces....

Swete

Can you get a picture of the problem areas?

Swete · Re: Pics that would inspire new guys. (UPDATE 8/31/2011) Very cool pic though.

Very cool pic though.

Swete

Varukh wrote:Grrrr....well tell him I will forgive him if he buys armor from me.

haha. ok.

Swete

olaf haraldson wrote:Here's a couple... https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/A ... directlink
http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg22 ... 000974.jpg

Awesome as always.

Swete

Sorry guys, but he is getting it.
OuO
If ya wanna send him death threats, he is Elricxiii here on the archive. ;p

Swete

Well, you have already made an excellent first step in simply coming to the archive: realm of awesomeness and superfluous armour worship ;p

Swete

nakos wrote: PS. I'm not Bob, Bob is 65 and I'm still in the military. Thank God my Rear D 1SG time is over.

My appologies! I couldn't recall your name from BAM.

Swete

OoO
I want to sex the one on the left....

Swete

he pm'd me a bit earlier! ^u^
Thanks though!

Swete

If it were but a bit smaller, it would be perfect for my lady. :[
(she is 22 1/2)

Swete

After finally meeting him face to face after a long pen-pal-ish kinda thing, my new goal is to have a more badass and accurate kit than Varuhk has. It will be hard, but a goal worth having.

Swete

Here are some burgundy Horse leg wraps.
http://www.horseloverz.com/GATSBY-Set-o ... 85021.html
I like them as they are cheap (incase they are ruined in water, dirt, or tearing).

Swete

Texted him about it. Says he is very interested, but I think he has to check his bank account. I will keep ya'll posted.

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