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Brodir

[img]http://home.armourarchive.org/members/brodir/pauldron_01.jpg[/img] [img]http://home.armourarchive.org/members/brodir/pauldron_02.jpg[/img] [img]http://home.armourarchive.org/members/brodir/pauldron_03.jpg[/img] That's not me, that's my buddy Brent (the one I was telling Mad Matt I'd like to pun...

Brodir

$US. I should note that stick four is JUST starting to 'broom' a little on the tip, but a re-taping would save it.

~Wil

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Midgard- 11th Century Living History & Re-enactment.

Brodir

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Vitus: I am tempted to delete this thread- it's rude. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> I hope this wasn't geared towards my post, no offence was meant. I was simply stating that more c...

Brodir

Really, Xander, would it kill you to have them put your Dad's name on the box instead of yours? Not trying to alienate you, it's just that kids shouldn't be doing business with adults, because dumb stuff like this ends up happening. I'm not saying you are a kid, but (IIRC) Master Nim was 13 years ol...

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Well, spring cleaning has started, I'm moving and my Dad wants me to clear out his shop & the storage space I've taken over. There will be a bunch of stuff up for sale in the next few weeks, cause I have no use for it anymore. Here's the start. Found a metric shitload of old rattan, thought someone ...

Brodir

At the root of this question is "Based on location, why are some fighters better than others?" It would much easier to answer this based on your own Kingdom. For example, the last, I dunno, ten kings of An Tir have been from the Seattle/Tacoma/Spokane area. Assuming that when someone is boning up fo...

Brodir

Thanks Atli, I read that exact same tutorial as well, but somehow forgot the water step & couldn't figure out how it would work. Going to have to try that.

~Wil

Brodir

Boxers of briefs?

Brodir

Tell him you'll be happy to refund him or give him a new hat, if he comes and picks it up or arranges for someone to do so.

~Wil

*edit* and never, NEVER do business with someone under the age of 18 again.

[This message has been edited by Brodir (edited 03-22-2003).]

Brodir

I had one of their lobstertail helmets and really liked it. If oyu are wanting to just change the tail, it would be no proble,. Changing the bargrill would be impossible, but he does sell them for about $15 off if you want ot do the grill yourself.

~Wil

Brodir

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Uryen:
It could be worse. It could be made from plastic.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Ouch, baby.

Brodir

I could use the money, but I am ALWAYS looking for trades. Whatcha thinking of? If you'd rather pay cash, I can wait as long as it takes. I'm just moving these cause I'm getting a new pair in April.

~Wil

[This message has been edited by Brodir (edited 03-22-2003).]

Brodir

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Cap'n Atli: Actually, I've been using truck wheels and metal drum sections. Lots of hot/boiling water, and I was able to get a 3/8" shield blank in a conical section. I woul...

Brodir

I can let these go for $50. What have I done to anger the Classifieds Gods?

~Wil

Brodir

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Russ Mitchell: I'm going out of town, but if my wife approves, I'll swap a sword for it *with patches* if they'll work and you'll send me a pic... can you email me at the yahoo...

Brodir

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by WaaaghBoss: Brodir~ I would be interested in the sleeves if the other deal falls through. ~Kevin<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> I'm not real hot to sell the two strips, I'm act...

Brodir

Correct, I've got a couple patches that an ambitious person could attach as sleeves.

Brodir

Okay, I need the money, so I am taking offers on this. C'mon folks this is a sweet piece of armour, at much less than I paid for it.

Brodir

OK, here's the idea I came up with this morning in class... I build a wooden frame out of 2X2's, say a 30" square. Underneath, I nail a 2X4 straight across the bottom. Then I take a 30" round shield blank, cut from say 2 layers of 3/16" ply glued together. I screw it down to the frame at four points...

Brodir

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by flonzy: Hehe I forgot that was made in India too. As a side statement I own an Indian shirt because I got it for $140, if my only choice for butted maille was a USA maker f...

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by flonzy: If you want quality buy from Forth Armory... Flonzy<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Who has his maille made in India anyway! Those hauberks would cost ~$3000 if they we...

Brodir

The peascod is a tough shape to nail, you did quite a good job. Also, the dishing you did on the fans for the knees is quite excellent. You should be proud.

~Wil

Brodir

Bill, what's wrong with employing impoverished people?

Brodir

[img]http://home.armourarchive.org/members/brodir/shoes07.jpg[/img] I had these made by the famous Alisdair several years ago, basically a Hedeby boot with a pointed instead of round toe. A pretty simple shoe that 'could have been'. Though I've worn them many times, they just don't fit quite right. ...

Brodir

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Rev. George: If you want it sewn into a garment, you could have it sent here, and just pay for the labour... BTW...ever get a pic of the ultra warm tunic? -+G<HR>...

Brodir

Hey, thanks Tim! I've got a little money tied up in my Paypal account, I don't mind paying for it!

Taking this to email.

~Wil

Brodir

It's also 5/16", rather than the standard 3/8" from India, so it's a little tougher.

~Wil

Brodir

Why not a Schlager? Fencing blades aren't legal everywhere, but as far as I know, Schlagers are. They're also way more authentic, and feel like you are actually fighting with a sword.

~Wil

Brodir

Olaf, your kit looks sweet. Last time you posted a pic you were still using the leather lamellar, I like this new stuff much more.

~Wil

Brodir

I'm very uninformed, but I think that the top of the dress looks a lot like an Elizabethan tabbed corset. I think the dressmaker was going for a sort of new/old look. I think a tux with a ruff and a muffin cap would look kinda cute with this ensemble http://www.armourarchive.org/ubb/biggrin.gif ~Wil

Brodir

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Bob Hurley: Look, it's Eggil Skallagrimson! Not only can you do Norse living history, you can do a specific historic persona! Remember to knit your eyebrows and scowl a lot...

Brodir

I agree with Glen's post, that the bottom line is the authenticity. I mean really... [img]http://home.armourarchive.org/members/brodir/frankish_helm02.jpg[/img] Look at those thick Mediterranean eyebrows, that brown skin, that big ol' nose. Handsome as all hell, but I don't look like a Scandinavian ...

Brodir

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by sweet stitcher: I am visiting the local fabric store tomorrow, and will see what they have. if I find something, I'll be happy to pick it up for you and ship it as you menti...

Brodir

If the value is under $30 and the item is marked as a gift, I don't have to pay GST, PST, or duty on it.

~Wil

Brodir

I'd like to buy a little fabric, but I don't want to go through one of the online mail order companies (shipping, GST, PST, duty...), and can't find anything locally. 3 yards of green 100% wool, a nice muted green, not like a lime or emerald. Not olive drab either. Any weave will do (I don't re-enac...

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