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Sasuke

Looks like a great start. Post more.

Sasuke

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Jareth: Sasuke wrote: The number of armorers who are fulfilling their end of the bargain versus those who aren't is vastly in favor of the good I think. I'm sorry, perha...

Sasuke

You want different stake tips for a plate versus an anvil. You don't want a taper for a hardie hole (they have straight sides). You can break the end of your anvil that way. You have a collar around the base of the stake that keeps it from going further in. For a stake plate (they have tapered holes...

Sasuke

I specifically do not accept any money until the armor is completed. I would rather not owe anyone anything if something were to happen that would reduce or eliminate my ability to complete a project. I also offer a full refund for any reason (fit, size,anything). I do think that people are focusing...

Sasuke

http://www.kgcoatings.com/cgi-bin/cart2/display.cgi?cat1=1&cat2=1 I haven't had much chance to play around with the stuff. But the one test piece I did turned out very nice. I even lightly dished the piece (after coating) and dented it with some rattan without the coating flaking or rubbing off. I ...

Sasuke

Excellent work and great action shots!

Sasuke

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Sasuke

I agree with Pathfinder. Sounds like your groove is too wide. You also need to overlap your "strikes" to eliminate the individual bubble look. If it is REALLY bubbly looking your chisel may be too rounded. If you haven't figured it out before you come over again, remind me and I will show you a few ...

Sasuke

I have some huge pics showing how I make fingers here: http://home.armourarchive.org/members/sasuke/shape/shape.html And here is a pic showing two different styles of knuckle plates: http://home.armourarchive.org/members/sasuke/durame/k1.jpg Hope that helps. Sasuke ------------------ www.oaksarmoury...

Sasuke

How much?

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Ouch. This may be one of those times where it is just easier to start over.

Sasuke

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Sasuke

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Steve -SoFC-: So how do you guys rough-cut your shapes from your 4'X8' sheet of steel before bringing it to the Beverly for exact cutting? Steve <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>...

Sasuke

I consider myself very patient. Probably to the point of allowing myself to be taken advantage of. But, my patience is almost gone for Sweet Stitcher. I have been waiting and waiting for an update or any sort of reply to my emails. The last I have heard from her is the post she made here giving upda...

Sasuke

I am not positive. But I believe the numbers refer to the model they are used with. Rather than make a seperate key for each they just combined them.
Just my idea though.

Sasuke

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Sasuke

I hate you

Sasuke

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_I may be wrong, but I believe both are knock offs. The second only says Roper Whitney type. And very clearly that it is a Metal Power punch kit (Brand name Metal Power). I have a couple punches from HF. I paid $16 for each and have had very good success with them. I had to replace the side plates o...

Sasuke

looks great! You always make such impressive stuff.

Sasuke

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I would make one side rounded to fit inside elbows and knees and the other flatter for creases and such.

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Joaquin: German backplates have the overlap going the other way, but this one looks just fine for an Italian back. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> D'oh! I am so fascinated by German s...

Sasuke

I had the pleasure of seeing this in person. Very nice. Pathfinder just gets better and better with every project. Can't wait to get my helmet

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Sasuke

Very nice. I also want to say how nice it is to have you posting here and sharing your experience and opinions with all of us. Very inspiring!

Sasuke

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Sasuke

Looks very nice. I am curious if it is based off of a period piece. Most backplates I have seen have the overlap going the other way.
Keep up the good work. Can't wait to see it when it is finished.

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Sasuke

These sold yet?

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Sasuke

http://www.arador.com/articles/stump.html

Be safe.

Sasuke

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Sasuke

Looks good. What size are they? Too bad you guys aren't closer to me I would give him some projects to do

He obviously inherited his father's talent.

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I am pretty sure there are 12 issues a year. You can order online now it seems:
http://medievalhistorymagazine.com/abonnement.asp

Sasuke

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Go with 20 ga. ss. I have never worked with 22 ga. I would imagine it is a pain though considering how fickle 20 ga. can get when trying to shape it. Watch all the edges to be sure they are very dull and roll as many as possible. Maybe consider going with leather. Sasuke P.s. this was for my son whe...

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Yeah, that is why I was curious to get your take on it. It seems worth the money to me. But I am just beginning to look into research and history. And I wanted your opinion to know if I was just wasting my money or actually could learn something http://www.armourarchive.org/ubb/smile.gif Sasuke ----...

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Subscription to US is 45 pounds. So that is about $71. Yes, I payed with credit card. It si published by Harnois and The Royal Armouries in Leeds. I am curious to hear what Chef has to say about the magazine. Whether he considers it a decent resource or just a pretty introduction for the less schola...

Sasuke

I use the drill then chisel method. After removing all the excess wood you just smash all the lumps and bumps smooth with your largest dishing hammer. This both smooths and hardens/compacts the wood from my experience.

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They look good. You may want to try dishing them a bit and articulating the lames so they can attach to your upper arm rather than just stick straight out. But it has been a while since I saw the movie so they may be just perfect the way you made them http://www.armourarchive.org/ubb/smile.gif I rea...

Sasuke

Just got my copy of the Medieval History Magazine. It is great. Tons of stuff in it with a variety of topics from vikings to jousting to how to read a medieval church. Great pictures on heavy paper. Well worth getting. Even has a digs and events page that gives info for volunteering to work on actua...

Sasuke

Look at the thumb tip on the Gothic Gauntlets that luciusj posted. Use that shape (probably not that long and should be wider) and dish/raise it until your finger is nested in it . This will allow the tip to contact the haft without pinching your finger. How pointy do you want them? You could form t...

Sasuke

Looks good. Just curious why you didn't just raise the knuckle plate like the original? You obviously have the talent and ability to do so. It wouldn't be that much different than the way you did the finger knuckles. Can't wait to see your next attempt! Good job. Sasuke ------------------ www.oaksar...

Sasuke

They look pretty good. How will you attach them to the glove? For riveting to the leather I suggest two rivets per scale to keep them from twisting. And you may want to make the last scale/finger tip a different shape. One that comes down at the front as well as the sides to protect the tips better....

Sasuke

I use the hammer on the upper right of my stump for the vast majority of my dishing.
http://www.oaksarmoury.com/shopweb/pages/shop7.htm

I have some smaller modified ball piens that I use for pieces too small for that hammer.

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