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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by losthelm: actualy there are a lot more people that can yank your card then the marshalls. I have sceen cards yanked by chirugens and water bearers. <HR></BLOCKQUO...

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Duke Logan: Face thrusts can be deadly and in themselves an art form. However I do know what you mean. Most people do not thrust properly -they look more like fencers then fighters (no offense to fencers intended as I am one also). Thrusting should be almost instictive. It should come out of nowhere...

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by David Hagler: Actually, to be honest, the only reason the sword was even carried in later years of plate, was as a symbol of honor, and if you really want to get REAL, decap...

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Owen: Jean Paul- I am a big guy myself, and I do not "hold back" when fighting smaller fighters. I feel it would be insulting to do so. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> You cons...

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Yikes -what a way to start out the new year huh? Lol...

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Hjalmar of Sognefjord
House Bearkiller
Barony of Grey Niche, Meridies.

"True nobility is not measured by being superior to another, but rather by becoming superior to oneself."

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I know someone who started when he was 45 (2 years ago) and he plans on winning crown before he retires. (^_^) ------------------ Hjalmar of Sognefjord House Bearkiller Barony of Grey Niche, Meridies. "True nobility is not measured by being superior to another, but rather by becoming superior to one...

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Thanks Anvil Dragon; That was the post I was looking for -a balance in the force! I knew not everyone was "touchy" about face thrusts. I have seen people get knocked down and not take thrusts -that is the only time I say something! Standard is open faced helm, if a person can't accept a face thrust ...

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Owen: Except, Wulfgar, the Rules of the List SPECIFICALLY state that a face thrust should be substantially lighter than other thrusts. Thrusting hard to the face would there...

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WOW! So much to say and so little time. Let me start out saying that I don't want to hurt anyone. I am paranoid about hurting people and because of this I don't engage like I could. You are all my friends -even the ones I dislike for one reason or the other. I don't hold grudges and I mean no ill wi...

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The inter-kingdom events are the ones that worry me also, but in the oposite direction. I like solid, un-impeded blows that signify to me that I have been bested. Not killed, or maimed, but bested. This goes for face thrusting as well. I am worried that I will get my little head caved in at some of ...

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Wulfgar Davinsson: Thrusting in our area seems to follow this pattern... hard to the body, hard to the head, not so hard to the face (being "unarmoured" by SCA convention).....

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How is Thrusting handled in your Kingdom (calibration, acceptance, etc) and what do you think about it? I am a enthusiastic thruster, especially face thrusts and I believe that if the SCA is going to allow excessive calibration (my opinion of blows capable of crushing 16g steel) then hard face thrus...

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#1) I try to toss it where it won't get damaged. If thats not possible, then I just drop it and hope it survives. If an archer is standing next to me, I'll give it to them. #2) Yes, but you may have trouble pulling it off. At Border raids this year I was handed 5 javelins to throw while standing in ...

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Paladin: This is not a game of touch, go play light weapons if you want that. 14 gauge stainless and 13 gauge mild is just fine, just expect to recieve a dent every now and ...

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In the lighter hitting areas I have found that 18g mild steel works for everything but thighs and forearms (and helmets of coarse) -so 18g SS should work great. I have a 4' piece of 18g SS out in the shed that has mine name written all over it -if I ever get the time to remake my armor... (^_^) ----...

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Notice that the auction does not say SCA COMBAT LEGAL! Yes. It's an SCA helmet if you want to walk around an event with a helmet on your head, but don't try to fight in it. 16g steel is legal and safe if your opponents are not trying to crush your skull. Anyone crushing 16g steel and ending someones...

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Has anyone ever played with one of Harbor Freight's spot welders? I'm thinking a welded MS or even SS camail would be cool, but I'm wondering about the longevity of the cheap spot welders. (^_^) ------------------ Hjalmar of Sognefjord House Bearkiller Barony of Grey Niche, Meridies. "True nobility ...

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I agree with CRYSTOLL 110% and I couldn't have said it any better....

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Hjalmar of Sognefjord
House Bearkiller
Barony of Grey Niche, Meridies.

"True nobility is not measured by being superior to another, but rather by becoming superior to oneself."

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by randy: Dude. 16 gaugee is scary, my helm is 14 gauge reenforced with a second layer and hardened, and i have dents in it. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> ...and you don't think people...

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18g if you want to make it for display, or LARP. 14g if you plan on fighting in it using rattan, or rebated weapons. (^_^) ------------------ Hjalmr of Sognefjord House Bearkiller Barony of Grey Niche, Meridies. "True nobility is not measured by being superior to another, but rather by becoming supe...

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Signo: You must consider that if the helm is made for SCA it need a huge padding around it, while, if you don't practice SCA, you probably prefer less padding around your he...

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Was the basic European 4 in 1 weave the only maille seen in Europe? I have heard that 4 in 1 oriental weave is also a Roman styled weave and I was wonding if: 1) this is true? 2) if it, or any other type of weave (style not number) was used in the european middle ages? (^_^) ------------------ Hjalm...

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I have an 18g sugarloaf that I'll sell for $40. It does have a little surface rust, but its still a nice helmet. (^_^) ------------------ Hjalmr of Sognefjord House Bearkiller Barony of Grey Niche, Meridies. "True nobility is not measured by being superior to another, but rather by becoming superior...

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Morgan: at the VERY least, your "off" hand sword should have a thrusting tip, IMHO. Unless you CAN swing like a thrashing machine. I can't swing my off hand as hard, so I have ...

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Vebrand: It's not just armor but weapons also. How many unpadded glaives or whippy great swords have you seen lately? Vebrand<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Too damn many! On t...

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by twoswords: Ok, now that I have thought a bit more...I would probably take that arrow, but I would NOT go quitly and gently into that good night!! I would probably go after ...

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Very nice -I hope some day I can get a shot at denting it up for you. Lol...

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Hjalmr of Sognefjord
House Bearkiller
Barony of Grey Niche, Meridies.

"True nobility is not measured by being superior to another, but rather by becoming superior to oneself."

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by dasquire: I know that I am going to raise a fuss-but what the heck. As far as I am concerened there is no excuse for plastic on the field. The only place for it on the field...

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If the archers were close enough, I would probably tell them the situation and see if they will let it slide. If the archers were to far away, I would accept the shot and talk to him later. I am curious to know if this was an event or a practice? If this was a practice, then I would signal my fellow...

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<<< We do NOT have a "Declared dead on the ground rule". In other words, if your shoulders aren't touching the ground, you are fair game. This doesn't conflict with any Society standard that I am aware of.>>>> As long as the person is not helpless! <<< Our face thrust standard is "directed touch". A...

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I have 2 cast iron shotputs and they work great for planishing -I even use mine for dishing! Just keep in mind that you can't weld anything to a cast iron shotput -at least without #$%$#@# it all up! (^_^) ------------------ Hjalmr of Sognefjord House Bearkiller Barony of Grey Niche, Meridies. "True...

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I haven't purchased anything from them, but I have seen and hear good things about his armor. You probably can't beat thier prices for such a good beginner helmet. I will probably buy my wifes helmet from them when she starts fighting again. (^_^) ------------------ Hjalmr of Sognefjord House Bearki...

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I actually memorized a short statement/questionare regarding this situation: "HOLD! My Lord (as I step forward) I do not mean to question your honor, but I was curious as to your opinion in regards to the several blows that I landed on your person." From there we discuss the blows and proceed. Now I...

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I use to be one of those people who would give my legs after legging someone. I did this for several unusual reasons. 1) I like to jump around and fight defensively, but doing this to someone on thier knees looks like I am taunting them. By going to my knees I would force myself to fight close and p...

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My opponant legs me and steps back to re-evalute the situation for a moment. After a few moments he steps forward and drops to his knees with his guard up, in an act of honor -just as I smack him in the head! If you were me, would you let him accept the blow? Would you expect him to take the blow? (...

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