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hjalmr

$15 should cover it.

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hjalmr

I am making a couple new shields and I want to sew the rawhide edging on this time around instead of riviting it on like I did the last few times. What type of thread should I use, where can I get it, what size holes/thread should I get, and what type of sewing pattern should I use? Your recommendat...

hjalmr

Bump.

I cannot believe that no one is interested in a basic bascinet!

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hjalmr

Thanks for the pics and help.

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hjalmr

Sold -pending received!

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hjalmr

Hacky.

Are you still interested? If not then I need to know so I can pass it on to the next in line.

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hjalmr

So that's what the gladiator kit looks like.
I wondered how the helmet came out...

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hjalmr

Osric Wulfhereson wrote:I also need you to contact me in regards to my missing order. I can see you have read the PM.

I also replied.

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hjalmr

OK everyone I really really really did not want to do this, But seriously Man you said my helm shipped on April 24th. I still dont have it I have tried contacting you privately about it three times and once more above, you responded to me once, on may 15th saying you would look into and get back to...

hjalmr

A fried and customer wants me to make him a simple russian helm without the oculars -anyone have some pics or links so I can help him out?

I know I say "simple" but I'm looking for something that says "russian" rather then "SCA" helm. Know what I mean?

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hjalmr

Hacky -its your if you want it. Let me know...

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hjalmr

SOLD!

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hjalmr

hjalmr

Just waiting for Klaus to get back to me...

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hjalmr

I will be posting both tomorrow and I have a sword already listed..

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hjalmr

Klaus the Red wrote:Dibs, pending repairs to the photo link- I got nothing.

Klaus

Wow, thats wierd...

Try it now..

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hjalmr

icindeath2 wrote:hmm wat else u got have a mace in your collection of things?

Yes I do -will post tomarrow.

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hjalmr

I am selling a new SCA rattan hand axe for $20 + shipping. It is 25 ½” long with a 5 ½” striking blade. You can see it here: m If you have any questions please feel free to ask. (^_^) PS: I am on vacation this week and will be selling off a bunch of in stock items that I have acquired over the last ...

hjalmr

I am selling a slightly used 31” rattan SCA sword with a 14g mild steel baskethilt for the low price of $25 + shipping. This sword is 31” long with a 25” long blade. It comes with a lanyard, a low profile thrusting tip, and the 14g MS baskethilt making it ready to use when it arrives. You can see it...

hjalmr

I am selling a new unused ½” thick curved wooden heater shield blank that I bought on-line 2 weeks ago for the low price of $20 + shipping –a bit less then what I paid for it.. This 22” wide x 26” long x 2” deep curved shield is the perfect start for your period kit. A fresh coat of paint to reflect...

hjalmr

I have a 14g mild steel "munition grade" bascinet for sale with a 26" inner measurement, a 7 1/2" side to side measurement, and a 9" front to back measurement. I can paint the bars for you for free if you like. I am asking $80 + shipping. You can see the helmet here: m (^_^)...

hjalmr

I am selling a used T6 Aluminum Heater Shield for the low price of $50. This 25” wide x 28” long x 2” deep curved shield has trim lock edging, a steel handle, and a leather adjustable arm strap -it is ready to use right out of the box! A fresh coat of paint to reflect your own personality and you wi...

hjalmr

I am selling a new 14g stainless steel Norman Helm for the low price of $140 + shipping. This munition grade helmet is a bit nicer then my usual helmets (I would wear it myself if it wasn't a bit too big for me) and has a 27” ID, with an 8” side to side measurement and a 9” front to back measurement...

hjalmr

I am on vacation this week and will not be making much progress on orders other then cleaning up and mailing out those items already assembled. I do plan to do some organizing this week and will be selling off some extra stuff I have accumulated over the last 6 months or so –so stay tuned! Reed Will...

hjalmr

Halvgrimr wrote:Let me do some measuring tonight and I will get back to you

No problem.

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hjalmr

Mine are $30. They are only 2" - 2 1/2" deep though since they are hammered and not pressed. I also make them in 2 sizes: 8" across and 9" across. (^_^) Got any pics Hjalmr? Try these: m m They have six 1/4" holes in them when I finish hammering them out, but I can fill the...

hjalmr

Mine are $30. They are 2" - 2 1/2" deep and I make them in 2 sizes: 8" across and 9" across (outside measurements). Mine are made out of 14g.

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hjalmr

Hjalmr, Yes that is me. I replied to you PMs, although I do not know if the archive was having issues at the time. I thought you replied to those PM's and knew the situation. I apologize for any issues on my part. As far as the helmet -I am finished with the second one and should have it in the mai...

hjalmr

I have a 12" x 12" piece of mild steel perf plate you can have for free -just pay me for the shipping. Let me know.

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hjalmr

Hjalmr, No need to let one make others suffer. For every one that is not satisfied with your work, there are at least 15 fighters that are more than pleased with your craftsmanship. I know, that is why I keep doing it. However it gets frustrating when people don't seem to understand that I do this ...

hjalmr

I happen to have a new 28" 14g SS Norman conical that I just finished. i have to clean it up a bit, but can have the pics up in a few days. It is a bit nicer then my usual "get em out on the field" helmets and I am asking $140 for it. Not sure what measurements a 7 1/2" hat size ...

hjalmr

I dont have it yet. Thats the problem.... Im not claiming his work is terrible. Im not saying that he isnt a standup guy. I do not want to explain myself. Nor do i have to at this time. I put the avoid up out of anger. Its fine.. you all can defend it. Seriously, if you can't or won't back up your ...

hjalmr

people are actually putting things UNDER the rawhide?? I just put mine on right over the wood and its nigh-indestructable.

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hjalmr

Hacky2447 wrote:WOOOT!! its finished!!!

Norman Heilman (Conical Helm): 100% Finished -CONTACT ME!

Wait it doesnt say mine is stainless. Was it not made of stainless?

Yes -its stainless.

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hjalmr

Well I had to give mine to a noob when I got my other helm. That and I think mine was too small for him. You ever get a min to work on those knee cops and cup hilts give me a buzz and I'll get you another pair of those gaunts busted out. You want them black like the last pair? yeah, that will be fi...

Re: FS: 14g MS Bascinet -26" ID ($80)

Rawhide Shield Edging.

Re: FS: 14g MS Bascinet -26" ID ($80)

Re: Looking for some simple russian helm pics.

Re: FS: Wooden Heater Shield Blank (22" x 26") -$20

Re: FS: Wooden Heater Shield Blank (22" x 26") -$20

Re: Looking to sell my Gladiator Kit

Re: hjalmr to the white phone please

Re: hjalmr to the white phone please

Looking for some simple russian helm pics.

Re: FS: Wooden Heater Shield Blank (22" x 26") -$20

Re: FS: 14g SS Norman Helm -$140 (27" ID)

Re: FS: 14g MS Bascinet -26" ID ($80)

Re: FS: Wooden Heater Shield Blank (22" x 26") -$20

Re: mace an sword..

Re: FS: Wooden Heater Shield Blank (22" x 26") -$20

Re: FS: SCA Rattan Hand Axe -$20

FS: SCA Rattan Hand Axe -$20

FS: Slightly used Rattan Sword w/14g MS Baskethilt ($25)

FS: Wooden Heater Shield Blank (22" x 26") -$20

FS: 14g MS Bascinet -26" ID ($80)

FS: Used T6 aluminum Heater Shield

FS: 14g SS Norman Helm -$140 (27" ID)

HJALMAR UPDATE (June 20)

Re: WTB non spun shieldboss

Re: WTB non spun shieldboss

Re: WTB non spun shieldboss

Re: Looking for cheap-ass first helmet.

Re: WTB ~ 12x12 inch perf plate

Re: Looking for cheap-ass first helmet.

Re: Looking for my new helm.

Re: Looking for cheap-ass first helmet.

Re: Birch Viking Shields

Re: HJALMAR UPDATE (June 4th)

Re: HJALMAR UPDATE (June 4th)