The Armour Archive

Jeffrey Hedgecock

I've been armouring professionally since 1987 and have jousted competitively in England, New Zealand, Holland and the US for the last 4 years. For the last 5 years I have worked almost exclusively in hardened and tempered 1050 carbon steel, . My own armour and the armour I make for my clients is pri...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

Since we used to be GDFB's exclusive dealer in the US, I can offer a little insight and clarification here. GDFB is based in England, Newcastle actually, and is run by Stephen Brown and his wife Pauline. Stephen has his product manufactured by Indian Handicrafts and Textiles Syndicate, run by Ashok ...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

I've got a few pictures prepped of the German armour. As MattB pointed out, We have an article on the two armours in the HE journal, pretty well describing the commissions. Here are the photos: I've done more work on the cuirass since these were taken, like rolling the edges and fluting the back. It...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

Thanks, Gundo.

Did you click on both thumbnails on the armour's page? Both the front and back views on our site link to the full sized versions.

The full sized versions are as big as I have, since that's what the Frazier people sent me.

Jeffrey Hedgecock

What's the wearer holding in his right hand in the rear shot? Other than that, very nice stuff. Has the guy you fit it to had a chance to work out in it yet? He works in a museum, he has to have his pass with him at all times. I do wish he'd put in inside the cuirass, tho'. I delivered this armour ...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

Thanks for the nice comments, folks.

I've added a rear view. Let me know what you think.

Jeffrey Hedgecock

Any chance we could see a picture of said harness when complete?..Otto I'd be happy to put something up about it. Don't have anything but "in process" pics for the moment, but perhaps you would like to see the first armour I made for them last year? [img]http://www.historicenterprises.com/images/pr...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

Since Otto was interested in seeing what I'm working on, I'll post some "in process" pics soon of the second armour I'm making for the Frazier Museum in Louisville KY. For now, I've just put the first armour up on our site under "Custom Work", and the thumbnail below links to the page. I hope you li...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

That last 5% covers things like the 'Armed Woman' poster, which we think is awfully clever but has gotten us more irate letters than sales. Oh well, can't please all the people all the time, right? Gezz some people totally lack humor in this hobby. Well, actually Gwen's exagerated just a smidgeon--...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

Can't wait for the next clinic so we can try them out on each other, Micah. You know it! Ka-BOOM!! I started my fancy paint job last night, I'll post pics when they are done. Dominic I'll see your Ka-BOOM and raise you a " PTAAANNG "!! (That's the sound of the ferrule striking your helmet after I s...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

Wow, 47 out of a possible 10!...My, my!! You flatter me! Can't wait for the next clinic so we can try them out on each other, Micah. FYI- I've got the solid tips on the site now, just in case Richard or anyone else is interested, of course they aren't shouldered and will have a 1/16" step down from ...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

David Teague wrote:Hey Gwen,

Where are the T-shirts on the web site? I couldn't find em...

They're under "Sundries" and then "Medieval Themed T-Shirts"

Cheers,

Jeffrey

Jeffrey Hedgecock

RB- Go to Home Depot to the dowel department, should be near the mouldings. Get a 1-1/4" dowel, they come 4' long out here. Cut it with a saw to 3' long. Put it in the lance ferrule. If either the ferrule or the dowel are wobbly, even a little, wrap a turn or two or masking tape on either the lance ...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

Ken Mondschein wrote:I can't wait to handle your lance!

DOH!!

Jeffrey Hedgecock

so people can see that tips are now available.

Jeffrey Hedgecock

Woohoo!! Thanks for the testimonial, mate! So glad you like them! For those of you who missed out on the first batch, don't despair! Just before I sold out I placed another order which should be done in about another week or so. Those out east who did catch the first batch, my east coast contact sho...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

It's not going to add that much weight.

A few dumbell curls should do the trick.

Jeffrey Hedgecock

I'm confused here - why would you tuck your shirt into your braies? Why -wouldn't- you? A shirt is a shirt, not a tunic. Many people tuck their tshirt into their jeans...same idea here. I see many guys at Pennsic in only braies, shirt and chausses, with their shirts out and a belt over it. I think ...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

I have considered sharp tips, both in rubber for recreating the joust of war and in steel.

I'm thinking about the weight of a full hardwood lance. I don't advocate counterweighting of any sort.

Jeffrey Hedgecock

We expect to offer discounts for quantity orders of 6 or more lance bases, but have yet to determine the amount. Sorry, I have no intention to make shouldered balsa as I can't make them cheap enough, as they would have to be lathe turned. Nobody would buy them at what I'd have to charge. I will only...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

My interest with the hardwood insert is for the quintain only. I think that the poplar, or similar hard wood, will be fine for a good bit of use so I'm only expecting to buy one every great now and then. $20 sounds like a decent price if that proves to be the case. Now I'm definitely sold. As to th...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

Cool. PLEASE forward pricing on both solid poplar and balsa 3' plug in tip extensions and projected availability when you are ready. And if discounts would be available for bulk purchases on the either. I'm assuming the tips will come with the back end reduced and ready to pop into the ferrule, ide...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

Here it is! I like 'em!!!! I used one at training yesterday and man are they sweet. (click on these thumbnails for larger versions) http://www.historicenterprises.com/misc/lance-fulllengthTN.jpg http://www.historicenterprises.com/misc/lance-couchedTN.jpg http://www.historicenterprises.com/misc/lance...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

Ain't it the truth, Patrick. We used to do school demos in the Red Company-1471. Over the course of several years, we regularly went to two local middle schools with 6 of our people, a big tent, a horse (either Bill or I would arm up and sit all day-- hard on the butt), etc. We had about 4-6 "statio...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

The lances are in and my god, they're gorgeous! I'll post some more pictures soon, but thought you'd be interested in knowing the weight... As I expected, the lance with ferrule, but without tip is 5-1/4 pounds. With a balsa and one of our rubber coronels, it weighs 5-3/4 pounds. Just below my estim...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

The lance without the tip is only 94", that's 7 foot 10" long. If you remove the ferrule, it's only 90", only 7-1/2 feet. It'll fit under most ceilings, unless you're putting it on a riser or something.

Jeffrey Hedgecock

Look for "full round moulding" from a Moulding or Hardwood supplier. Standard diameters are 1", 1-3/8" and 1-1/2", usually stocked in oak and soft wood. 1-3/8" diameter is usually called "closet dowel". 1-1/4" diameter is the best diameter, though I've never seen it as a stock size in hardwood. I've...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

William- thanks for the mention. Yes our metal badges either of pilgrim or secular themes, though these two are considered livery badges and they're made of metal: m m Some of the other secular badges could be of "livery" type, but it's not certain. Most livery badges seem to have been made of appli...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

Do you sell Iron coronels or sharp tips for those (besides the rubber safety type)? Not yet, but they're in my plans, as are vamplates. What kind of glue do you use at the join for the two piece lance, exterior wood glue or something else? Your choice entirely. I'll probably use carpenter's glue or...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

The lances are complete and awaiting shipment. They look FAN-F'IN-TASTIC!! I'm really pleased with what I see so far, and those of you who know me will know that I'm not easily pleased or impressed. The turner has been an utter joy to work with and I look forward to developing more designs for other...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

UPDATE: The turner is wrapping up production on the lances and informs me they should have them completed by the end of the week. REMINDER: The introductory price only lasts for another week, till November 1. After that the normal price will take effect. Get your order in while the price is low! m

Jeffrey Hedgecock

Tim, The illo shows a hilt which seems to be some sort of hybrid between a baselard and a ballock/kidney dagger, probably whittle tang construction, and color is the exact same as boxwood. Boxwood is known as a very common wood for European knife and dagger hilts, so you'd probably be very safe in t...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

15 pounds, flat ring, wedge riveted and cleaned:

http://www.historicenterprises.com/cart ... p=341&c=25

Jeffrey Hedgecock

Grip is 1.5" at narrow point. I will likely have 1-2 of my own at the November clinic, but none for sale. I'll have too much kit with me to bring bulky lances on spec as well. The best plan for everyone is to order them now, at the best price. The price will only go up as of November 1, as noted on ...

Jeffrey Hedgecock

Contact Jenn Reed,

email address just above.

My Milanese & German armours for the Frazier Museum

They're DONE!!!!