The Armour Archive

Paladin74

I read that last reference in Oakeshott's Records of the Medieval Sword...had totally forgotten about that.

Paladin74

I have only read one reference, and it was in an historical fiction setting so I take that as artistic license. In theory, I guess it could've been used, hm. I was going to say that perhaps the durability of linen, wool, broadcloth, whatever might not have been up to snuff for being wrapped around a...

Paladin74

Where o where to get winningas wraps. A quick question- what locale and time frame are these Rus pants suitable for?

Paladin74

Are these Rus pants supposed to be so baggy? Excellent workmanship but I have no idea as to size...I just know the pair I got sent, my wife and both can fit into them- not the lower leg part but the rest, yea.

Paladin74

Huh. That might be a touch tight in a gambeson...still, it would mean I don't have to tailor the body too much. Wait, what am I talking about...that's a mortgage payment and I'm not quite up to spending that much just yet. Still, good to know so thank you for the info, YG.

Paladin74

Thomas MacFinn wrote:
Russ Mitchell wrote:Well, THAT screams for a canted handle, moderate curve, and pronounced yelmen...

Now, I really like that one.

Paladin74

Same here...really like what you've done there.

Paladin74

I'll be looking into this tonight; was just talking about getting a helmet crest done.

Paladin74

How do you make the horn cups? I wouldn't mind having a couple of those for my medieval minded guests when they come over for a visit.

Paladin74

Four years is a long time to have stuff on backorder...how many people got stiffed? I'm all for understanding, and giving second chances, but where do you draw the line? At least now he's not asking for any money up front...so no harm no foul if it happens again. I can wish him well, because he does...

Paladin74

I see 8 black boxes. I will try from home. I'm sure its nice tho...Maxim's no slouch when it comes to the pretties.

Paladin74

Andrea Ferrara wrote:Yes I do, did you want to sell me something =)

I'm rummaging through my war chest now...must be something I can sell! lol

Paladin74

Man, this is awesome stuff, thank you for sharing!

Paladin74

I know a couple LH re-enactors who are serious about the craft, but they run with Lord Grey's Retinue, which makes them at or near 15th C. I've not come across any for the eras you've mentioned. I'm particularly interested in Frankish/Carolingian myself.

Paladin74

Wow, that is beautiful, man. Almost seems a shame you have to stick a piece of wood in there and call it a seax.

Paladin74

Just don't forget to reinforce those laceholes on the pourpoint with leather tabs. Otherwise they'll just eventually tear.

Paladin74

I'd like to see some of your pieces up close...been admiring them on your website since I first found it.

Paladin74

Agreed, YG. My only point to Dougal was that it may be a mere pittance for him, it is not necessarily so for the next man. FWIW, I still think you went above and beyond...as usual your customer service is above reproach but I wonder that this might open up the door.

Paladin74

Hmmm. I debated whether to post, or just to let the matter die. I know what happened, both versions, one from here,and from the horses mouth on the other. Brother Amos, I don't know you, nor wouldn't know you if you sat beside me. So I do not mean to besmirch your honour or integrity. You have supp...

Paladin74

I was going to ask a stupid question and stopped myself...getting better at that. I wouldn't let this instance put an end to something that seems to be a lot of fun for folks...it is another aspect of SCA to pursue for those less inclined to knighthood or more pastoral pursuits, right? Keep it. Besi...

Paladin74

Andrea, you pay in hugs?

That's cool.

Paladin74

Paladin, If you look back, I did read the return policy before I returned my items. at that time it made no mention of maille, it was only for custom items. after I returned my item Icefalcon changed the policy to include maille and still charged me 25% That is the whole point that some people are ...

Paladin74

Thank you, Serjeant...I'll search for him.

Paladin74

I'm lost...I'm guessing the 'CA' doesn't mean 'Creative Anachronism' as in the SCA...so what is it?

Paladin74

I like it...what're its dimensions?

Paladin74

Jestyr, I may have read it wrong, but that restocking policy has been in effect since 2010? Last year, when it was ordered, it might have been new policy, but isn't it up to the customer to be apprised of the latest in policy updates? Ice probably could've sent a memo pointing people to the new poli...

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PartsAndTechnical wrote:I might swing by.

Me too, that's about a half hour away from me, I'll have to keep this in mind.

Paladin74

David, what's the max chest size that Large will fit?

Paladin74

The OP attacking a vendor because he was either unaware or chose to ignore the rules as they were defined is also inappropriate or at the very least, poor form. It seems like everyone, James included, is simply weighing in w/their experiences because a- we happen to know the vendor, some more intima...

Paladin74

Dude, that's awesome!

Paladin74

Hi, just wondering...have you sent these out yet? I've not yet received anything.

Paladin74

Images from a passage of arms between two men at arms of Lord Grey's Retinue 1471 http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5070/5631795101_6a3a45329c_z.jpg http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5068/5632379466_94c8abb99a.jpg http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5068/5632378720_18fd12c8ec.jpg I actually got to witness thi...

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I have a question...I've been searching the site but w/out any real identifiers, I'm making zero headway. Last week or the week before I came across a thread that had a pic of a Hospitaller Knight (think he was a Hospitaller, definitely Crusade era) - all in black with a really great helm, a great k...

Paladin74

If you want a usable form of that axe, here it is: http://traditionalarcherybows.com/ - well, check his site out, he used to make them. I don't see it on the front page and I'm unable to navigate further in so...

Paladin74

Talk to Andy (Pitbull Armory) - he made the best looking plastic rigs I'd ever seen online.

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Re: Helmet Crests

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Re: Baltimore Arms Fair - March 17-18, 2012 - Come say Hi

Re: Important review of Icefalcon!

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Re: Maybe we shouldn't have CA in the SCA???

Re: (non-period gear) Asus Transformer Prime Tablet

Re: Important review of Icefalcon!

Re: Pics that would inspire new guys. (UPDATE 8/31/2011)

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Re: Germanic / Viking Box

Re: Important review of Icefalcon!

Re: Baltimore Arms Fair - March 17-18, 2012 - Come say Hi

Re: Review: Icefalcon Ti maille

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Re: Finished Midieval Vader armor

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