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Ironbadger

Oh, I know. I've done similar before. (Fighting in a polyester fill gambeson in Arizona summer heat was about as bad...) For that matter, ACW re-enacting in winter weight wool in August in Socal was something I never want to do again... Its kit I will only use in winter or cold weather, and for phot...

Ironbadger

That is some seriously beautiful kit. I'm especially impressed by the brocade gambeson. VERY nice- and sets the rest of the ensemble off perfectly. An upholstery fabric, from the looks of it? Probably an expensive one...but worth it. Now I have to go stalking the fabric and upholstery shops again......

Ironbadger

Actually, I do.

Its off of an Indian made "Trooper" saber.

Shoot me a PM and we'll talk.

-Badger-

Ironbadger

Ah, good. I can dye a set red then. -Badger- Hiya Ironbadger, Not a dumb question and worth making sure. The answer is yes. The natural leather is a dyable leather. No preservatives, water proofing etc has been added. They actually take dye very well. They also look good with just adding a water pro...

Ironbadger

Hm, this is possibly a dumb question- but are the natural leather shoes dye-able to other colors?

I assume so, but its always worth making sure.

-Badger-

Ironbadger

They only come in four sizes, and since it fits Vince, its not a child or man over 6'3".

(read, munchkin or brute squad.)

I believe its a default man's size, but I can have a look weekend after next if necessary.

-Badger-

Ironbadger

Now that is a lovely piece of kit.

The visor is longer than I like on a hounskull/pigface, but thats personal taste talking.
I like the eyeslots slightly closer to my face.

Nice lines though, and that has to be the finest looking bargrill I have yet seen on the changeout set.

-Badger-

Ironbadger

Ah, thanks for the reply. Well, as far as rondel elbows are concerned- this one is from the Talbot's fine accesories instruction series- m Not flared, and the other images I can find seem about evenly split on flared or non. I'll see about making a post later in the construction area to show what I ...

Ironbadger

This would be the dagger I made for Ulricus. http://forums.armourarchive.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=139957&hilit=ironbadger+rondel And some earlier work- http://forums.armourarchive.org/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=130903&hilit=ironbadger+rondel http://forums.armourarchive.org/phpB...

Ironbadger

Not at the moment. I don't have anything like an inventory right now, as I've just been making knives for trades and some pieces for immediate sale. Its on the planning board...When I manage time. I do have a promise from a friend for hosting space, as he has his own domain. If you search on my name...

Ironbadger

Odd question- but are those flared edges on the knees and elbows actually separate pieces riveted in? (Not the brass, of course.) I have a set of rondel elbows I am working on simply to use some leather vambraces. made them for Dagorhir a long time ago, and I'm going to add splints as well. I've bee...

Ironbadger

And some damn beautiful work, Mattmaus.

-Badger-

Ironbadger

Thats my ultimate plan now. Build what I fancy. Then what I don't feel like keeping to use, I will offer for sale. In stock only, and I won't ever feel tempted to take money in advance. -Badger- Real nice work Mattmaus. I like the way your taking your time building stuff you feel like building, and ...

Ironbadger

I am glad you liked it.

I am glad I decided to return to making knives again after a hiatus of 20 years.

-Badger-

Md02geist wrote:He made a seax I auctioned off for charity and it was one awesome blade

Ironbadger

I am glad you liked the dagger. I believe its one of my best pieces ever. may it serve you long and faithfully. I have left a separate and positive feedback for Ulricus on the forum. -Badger- I recently received a rondel dagger made by Ironbadger and I couldn't be more impressed. Some of you probabl...

Ironbadger

I am glad you liked them.

I should also mention that Hamish sent the money when he said he would, with no delays or failure to update me.

-Badger-

Hamish Nisbet wrote:I bought an aluminum set of Gauntlets from him and they are top notch.

Ironbadger

I did a trade with Ulricus for a Hanwei longsword a little bit ago. Communications were prompt and courteous. We had worked a trade that included some cash to make up for the difference in value on the rondel dagger and sheath I traded for the practice sword. He sent the money without delay, and the...

Ironbadger

I'm willing to talk trade if Whonew decides to decline.

-Badger-

Ironbadger

Well, in pictures I have seen of the original theres two holes on top of the toeplate that are clearly for points coming up from the shoe. I think there was a set of point holes at around the halfway point on the bottom edge. Haven't a clue on the heel area..I have not seen any pics of that part. Fr...

Ironbadger

Hm, I've seen work done before with tons of diamond shaped holes. I assumed it was punched- but I tried to find off the shelf diamond shape punches and gave up. One piece I am thinking of was a sallet with the visor decorated in a pattern of diamond cutouts. Either they were punched, or the smith ha...

Ironbadger

Yep. Thick fabric shells seem to have been the historic standard, from what I have been able to dig up. Thicker than duck cloth, which is the thickest most folks can easily find in a fabric store. So two layers should work- It did for the one I had back in the day as a loaner item. While some frown ...

Ironbadger

Brettun's village is always worth keeping an eye on- all their prices include shipping to any US location.

http://www.brettunsvillage.com/leather/sides.htm

-Badger-

Ironbadger

Valentine, definitely.

-Badger-

sulla123 wrote:Hi I am trying to figure out who make my arms. The makers mark on them is a forge with three hearts over it.

Ironbadger

And the feeding frenzy starts.....;P

-Badger-

Ironbadger

Ah, larger than I thought then.

I had thought of making some, but I wasn't sure there was much demand.

-Badger-

MarkH wrote:They're dished, and I like mine in the 4-5" range

Ironbadger

Hm, are finger shields just flat 3 inch discs, or are they dished?

-Badger-

Ironbadger

I've forgotten so much from the old days when I made knives... However, I second the mention of polishing at slow speed slow on the buffalo horn, with frequent cooling to prevent white spots. Pretty much any horn, in fact- Had that problem with Oryx and waterbuck horn back in the day if I wasn't car...

Ironbadger

Theres another problem. Metallic inks are a royal bitch to photograph without the color washing out or changing. This is why I do not use metallic pigments in my own work- It reproduces really poorly by both photography and computer scanning. (I do a lot of freelance work intended for reproduction.)...

Ironbadger

I know Vince personally and will vouch for him.
Buy with confidence.

-Badger-

Ironbadger

Vince posted it here after I mentioned the archive to him-

viewtopic.php?f=3&t=141154

-Badger-

Ironbadger

A friend of mine has a used triplette fencing mask he would like to sell. I think he is looking for around $40 and shipping- but I'll have to make sure. (About half what a new one runs.) I'm mentioning here to see if theres any interest- I'll vouch for him, but I'm willing to handle the deal for him...

Ironbadger

Hello Talbot. Since we have hold of you here, what are the chances of a 5/8" or 3/4" strap figure 8 buckle designed for armor use? -Badger- Revival.us is Brian Price. m is NOT Brian Price. They feature buckles from Talbot. They also feature sound business practices. Thanks for the plug!

Ironbadger

How about buckles like these? m I'm not ready to assemble my brig yet, but I need a bunch of low cost, smallish period buckles like these, and so far this is the only source I know of. Seems like half inch strap sized, figure 8 buckles like this would be in demand. But its the one style I cannot see...

Ironbadger

The details say the shoes run true to US sizes.
Any advice on wearing them with sabatons?
(IE- should I go for a larger size if I plan to wear sabatons over them, or just my normal shoe size?)

I'm thinking the 14th century laced ankle looks like what I'd want.
Any different recommendation?

-Badger-

Ironbadger

I actually do not have paypal, but if you have a snailmail addy, I'll send a money order when I have my harness ready and have to strap it. Thanks. -Badger- Ironbadger, If you are afraid to order from revival, We carry those buckles. We also have them for $2 each plus shipping in a padded envelope, ...

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