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Varukh

It has a canvas outer shell and 100% cotton filler with a linen liner. 4 layers of cotton on the shoulders and across the kidneys, 2 layers everywhere else.

Varukh

first home made gambeson! now i just have to add the ties to close it and i have to make some sleeves. Enjoy:) http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a152/jdreadrocker/61591_1412621916870_1272183665_30944254_1815559_n.jpg http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a152/jdreadrocker/60118_1412622356881_1272183665_...

Varukh

Thomas MacFinn wrote:Is there anybody here saying I should have stayed on the sidelines?

i say fight in what you have...whether it looks like complete ass or whether it looks like 100% historically accurate. Either way you have to fight to get better.

Varukh

no problem...just seeing if there was any way i could help.

Varukh

what kind of gorget are you looking to get made? I can bust out some fairly simple gorgets that are functional and look ok but if you want something elaborate i probably couldn't help you.

also what kind of basket cover?

Varukh

here's my current kit with new sugarloaf helm. Helmet and spaulders made by Phoenix Steel, breast plate i bought off the armour archive, arms are home made by a local friend in my barony, gauntlet was given to me because he lost the left hand and i don't need it anyways , gorget is a brigandine one...

Varukh

thank you Cisco. I really want my armor to look as historical as possible. one of these days i will have my ideal kit of either welded or riveted maille, a nice pair of gauntlets, a sword with a cross hilt and pommel, center grip teardrop or round shield, and a more Russian styled helm. All goals i ...

Varukh

well as far as basket hilts in SCA i kinda see it as a necessary evil. I would love to be able to have a 100% historically accurate kit that fits me like a glove, but i can't really afford caviar on a burger king budget. not everyone can afford a kit that will look period and also be safe for SCA fi...

Varukh

i want a pair of these really bad but i am flat broke...one of these days though.

Varukh

http://inlinethumb18.webshots.com/41809/2142205840048832893S600x600Q85.jpg One of my best memories and favorite pics. I've always thought it the highest honor to bestow the accolade and always hoped I would have the privilege to do so. Who knew that not only would I have that chance but I would bes...

Varukh

i have access to a stainless sink and i was wondering how good the metal from it would be for knee cops and other smaller armor pieces. Anyone ever used old ss sinks? if so how well did the armor hold up? How hard is the metal to cut or dish? got any pics of armor made from sink material? thanks, Va...

Varukh

Well I have an extra one. 14 gauge 6-1. Only thing is the chain pattern is hung sideways (first maille project). It is functional and looks good though. Let me know if you are interested.

Varukh

Brewer the sword came in today. thanks for the super fast delivery, now my buddy can get on his way to authorization. thanks a lot!

Varukh

Amalric von Regensburg wrote:I got great 1/4" & 1/2" close cel foam called EVA at Windrose to pad my new helm with. I also use it for thrusting tips.

http://www.windrosearmoury.com/zc/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=93

Amalric

how big are the sheets?

Varukh

what size and gauge is the helm? i have a friend interested in it.

Varukh

i have to say the pink tunic looks pretty sweet. you wear it well.

Varukh

I knew I would catch he'll for putting a rooster on my shield but I still like it. It has been named "the cock block" by one of my local friends.  Not givin ya hell, just good natured ribbin'. Rock with the cock, man. i understand. mess with my cock and you might get the spurs. I'...

Varukh

Bassinet's are the most common for avintails. Though some klapvisors also had them as well as several indo-persian/orintal helms. another option may be to use a false coif attaching the mantal directly to a coif, hood, or liripipe without the tail. m You could easily add pockets for padding and pla...

Varukh

well im not sure what happened between you two but the helmet i received worked out quite well. there was a little confusion on the sizing but after re looking at it, it was a fault on my part and not Hjalmr's. the helmet ended up fitting quite well and i actually got to smack it around a bit this p...

Varukh

i'm about to begin working on a gambeson of my own. 100% cotton filler with a canvas outer shell and a linen lining. fingers crossed.

Varukh

http://inlinethumb18.webshots.com/41809/2142205840048832893S600x600Q85.jpg One of my best memories and favorite pics. I've always thought it the highest honor to bestow the accolade and always hoped I would have the privilege to do so. Who knew that not only would I have that chance but I would bes...

Varukh

I knew I would catch he'll for putting a rooster on my shield but I still like it. It has been named "the cock block" by one of my local friends. 

Varukh

yea i could use one more but i can wait on it...gotta keep the spending on SCA stuff on the down low for a bit so the wife doesn't get too upset.

Varukh

sending money now.

Varukh

well i was hoping to get one a little sooner than 2-3weeks.

may have to go the ebay rout. i was just hoping some one had an old rusted one that was not being used that they might be willing to let go. it was worth a shot.

Varukh

anybody got any laying around that they would get rid of for super cheap? I have a buddy trying to get his first sword set up and he is on a super low budget. I'm just trying to help him find some low priced gear so he can get authorized. i don't mind doing some cleanup and welding work on rusted ba...

Varukh

hey Gerhard how did you water harden the leather in that shape? did you use a mold or something like that? I am still trying to find the best ways to harden some of my leather work.
thanks,
Varukh

Varukh

just mailed it. Hope you enjoy this armor as much as i have. it is my first piece of armor i ever made. has stood the test of time extremely well, and it looks just as good now as it did the day i finished building it. I hate to see it go, but Arkansas weather is way too warm to wear leather like th...

Varukh

are you looking for something like this?

if so i might consider selling mine. minus the shoulder cops. my chest is around 38-39 inches.

Varukh

I have a buddy that just got this helm:

My only thought was knights hospitaller...would this helm fit any other period or persona? Just trying to help him build a kit that his helm will match.
thanks,
Varukh

Varukh

payment sent.

Varukh

what size range does the medium hockey pants fit? 30-32? 32-34?

Varukh

helmet was received . will keep you posted on the fit.

Varukh

yea i was pretty shocked that it took so long to get here. Snail mail took 6days to go 2hours. Oh well. it is here and it is looking like it will be the perfect starter helm for my friend. Thanks a lot for knocking the helm out and getting it here before his birthday though.

Varukh

as promised...pics:

home made gambeson

stainless sink any good for armor?

old SCA basket hilts?

what period/persona would this helm fit with?