The Armour Archive

Vladimir

a buddy of mine wants to make a kydex brig. He needs to know if there are different types of kydex and if so what types he should use

Vladimir

I understand the damage to helm thing... but dont you pretty much have the same risk to your collarbone with any normal vom tag (over head strike) blow? The sword and the pommel would both be moving in an arc, so they would both be swung with about as much force. But the blade flexes and has a more...

Vladimir

I'm all for it if you have a padded "thrusting tip" style pommel. But this is a hobby for me, I spent 500 bucks on a custom made helmet and I don't want you to crunch it with a steel pommel. Especially when I fight guys who can dent it with rattan. Plus, since helmets have glancing surfaces I don't ...

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Vladimir

And there you have it folks.

Vladimir

oops, fighting is sometimes inside and sometimes outside. It depends on the weather during the tourney. The school the event is being held at is no longer in use (at least as a school) You should probably contact Colin, the autocrat, for that info. I'm not sure if he knows Malcolm, but he is an old ...

Vladimir

Not sure how the rule applies to Non Atlantians. I do remember Duke Logan (who wrote the law) saying that individual cases could be granted permission by the crown.

Can anyone "in the know" answer her question?

Vladimir

cannot find server on either link

Vladimir

coolies, he may be interested to know that Angus has a new son just born a week or so ago.

Vladimir

Malcolm as in Sir Malcolm?

Vladimir

Ice Castle 20th Anniversary and Investiture January 31st, 2004 Barony of Black Diamond Once again the frigid winds sweep through Black Diamond freezing 20 years of history in a single event. Black Diamond invites all to attend Their Excellencies Baron Edwin and Baroness Giovanna one last time as the...

Vladimir

I plan to be there as well.

Vladimir

Make some munitions grade armour to start with. Chose a simple time period so your kit is reasonably coherent. While fighting in that, build your dream kit.

Vladimir

They do wonderful work, unfortunately they are too late period for my portrayal. Anyone know where to find similar quality gear for the early 9th century?

Vladimir

MalcolmMacRobert, have we met? I thought I knew all of the archivers that were local to me. I don't remember ever seeing that harness on the field though.

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Vladimir, former Baron of Black Diamond

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Vladimir

I don't see where you have much of a choice. I mean if you can't get out of the way the only option is to block the shot with your sword, otherwise you....oh, wait.... you guys are using shields too aren't you. Nevermind!

Vladimir

I've been pretty much in a state of semi retirement this year. I didn't go to many events but I would say short of Pennsic my favorite was Black Diamond's (Atlantia) Ice Castle.

Of course, I'm a bit biased on that. What a load off of my shoulders that event was.

See you at 12th night Bryce.

Vladimir

In wars I usually use my 7.5 footer.

One on one I tend to switch between my blade and butt spike a lot so a shorter (6 foot) is better for me. I have a 3.5 footer and a 5 that I haven't used enough to make a comment on.

Vladimir

Why would I want to get rid of any of my armour? I've been getting more heavily armoured as time goes, because armour is fun.

Shoulder armour of some sort is important for me, I rarely use a shield.

Vladimir

The most difficult shot?...one that hits my opponent

Vladimir

In Canada? Well that is a big place, I would suggest Truehearth.

Safe, effective, inexpensive, and resonably nice gear for loaner. Better than spun top anyway.

Buy the helm, elbows and knees. Then some thick leather for the other parts.

Oh, you might want to get two loaner swords and shields.

Vladimir

In order pole arm bastard sword Great sword my other forms suck never tried 2 sword oops, forgot the why I just feel much more free to move and attack when I don't have a shield, I can't use a spear worth a damn, and my left arm can't act of its own accord very well. [This message has been edited by...

Vladimir

Where would I find info on how to make a late 1400's English sword belt?

Vladimir

Thanks, I'll let her know when I see her.

Vladimir

Sorry to hijack.
Gene, Evja says she emailed you guys and hasn't heard anything back regarding the viking occular.
Did you recieve an email? Tom should have her address.

now to return you to your previous thread.

Vladimir

Friend, just friend! Nothing more than friend! <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by broinnfinn: Vlad, Tell your lady that Adam is worth the wait. He did my viking ocular and I get nothing but raves. No offense...

Vladimir

I've already sent her the link here and a copy paste of this post.

Vladimir

Wrong Vladimir, I'm the former Baron of Black Diamond, the Vlad you are refering to is a knight. <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by GeneP: BTW well fought at Crown GeneP<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Vladimir

She might not mind that. Evja, Sir Corby's squire is the one looking. She may stop by this afternoon and I'll let her know. <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by GeneP: We do them at Toms shop occaionally. But i...

Vladimir

A friend of mine wants to get one. She saw the ones on the White Mountain Armoury site and loves them, but his site says not taking commissions.

Anyone out there taking commissions on them? She isn't in a hurry and willing to wait until after the holiday rush before placing an order.

Vladimir

And I'll bet staffs were as well.
rocks
pointy sticks
name calling...

Vladimir

I disagree, but only to an extent. I have taken thrusts through thick leather armour, over heavy maille (india rivited), over a gambeson and linen tunic. These thrusts were one handed with foam over a rattan club and were enough to put me on the ground heaving. A real sword, with a sharpened point h...

Vladimir

SOUP!!!!!

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And that Morgan, is why the fight continues in the first place.

Personally I think a rapier blade through the hand would certainly have an affect, even if I were pumped on adrenaline.

Vladimir

I'm in Norfolk, VA right now. Though I may be in Richmond within a couple of months.

I did not know they did a hastings up in Maryland. Got any info on it?

I can't believe I'm asking about a plastic, but....

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