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by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Tue Jun 03, 2008 1:56 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Everyone starts from somewhere
Replies: 94
Views: 4469

Re: Everyone starts from somewhere

<snip> enlighten (sic) this old fellow as to the significance of the AA belt favour. Not so much of a 'favour' of the archive but a 'favour' to show membership in and let others know you are part of (many would not recognize me out of my soft kit or without my 'cylon' klapvisor so I often wear mine...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Tue Jun 03, 2008 1:23 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Everyone starts from somewhere
Replies: 94
Views: 4469

Iain did you find a pic of us playing hide the axe? -barnet Yup yup ... http://home.armourarchive.org/members/iain/An%20Tir%20Pics/AnTir12_crop.jpg Still kinda amazed on how you could hide behind such a skinny cuss as Leif ... Oh and found another one of House Drakensneqt back with me and the moder...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Tue Jun 03, 2008 1:17 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Baronial Border War (Midrealm) June 14-15
Replies: 6
Views: 229

Planning on being out along with Cpt. Willie (William Campion here on the archive) ... although I'm hearing abotu something fancy over in Lillies ...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Fri May 30, 2008 11:07 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: AUCTION!! Oaks Armoury SS Finger Gaunlets
Replies: 30
Views: 1310

This is an evil auction .. I'm tempted to make these a 4th set for me (2 Clay & 2 Sasuke) ... will review funds over the weekend on whether I want to invest on more Grizzly power tools for eventual woodworking or a set of gauntlets ...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Fri May 23, 2008 11:48 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: What is your motto? and Why?
Replies: 212
Views: 3578

Started off with the Clan MacKinnon (MacFhionnghain) motto (my Scots heritage) audentes fortuna juvat - Fortune favors the bold Led me through many grand adventures for my decades here ... But as I've aged I've adopted the USACIDC motto although I don't recall off the top of my head the latin for it...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Fri May 23, 2008 11:02 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: How do I keep my new gameson clean under maille?
Replies: 33
Views: 651

In some aspects you don't ... your padded gear underneath will have an oily coat just from wearing the maille and it's basic maintenance. I treat mine like I did any of my modern military gear ... field gear is not dress gear .. don't pretend it is ... have two sets of each if needed (i.e. pressed &...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Fri May 23, 2008 10:53 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: SCA: Looking for Melee Combat Information Sources
Replies: 14
Views: 257

Olafr, ye gonna be at Pennsic this year? If so got some people you might like to sit down and hang out with for a bit ... 8)
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Fri May 23, 2008 10:14 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Everyone starts from somewhere
Replies: 94
Views: 4469

Maybe it is just me, and obvious to everybody else... But, when there's a photo of you with another fighter beside you (fighting, standing, whatever), could you please indicate which one you are? On the right or left? Saying "Me and Sir XXX" doesn't help those who don't know what either o...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Fri May 23, 2008 6:37 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Show your kit- First 1/2 of '08
Replies: 679
Views: 54698

Ask Rev. George.. and yes, he did make it. I'm not sure if he still makes them or not, but they are spiffy none-the-less I don't even like the hula skirts of death...errr.. favors, but I wear this one on occasion just cuz all the cool kids are doing it.. Yup yup .. very very handy for spotting the ...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Thu May 22, 2008 7:22 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: WTB Chest Hardware
Replies: 7
Views: 203

This was another company I used, but if there is a blacksmith local to you, those are often hands down the best to get in touch with. Especially if you have pics/drawings of what you are looking for.

http://www.vandykes.com/
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Tue May 20, 2008 11:55 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Finger bucklers
Replies: 17
Views: 630

I have always thought that a leather thong lace and thong finger loops would work well. look at the Ilustration: Oh I like that .. I have a set of Clay's also and love the finger bucklers but the strap always seem a tad to 'thick' .. have been torn between replacing with a thinner 'latigo' strap fo...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Tue May 20, 2008 11:45 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Show your kit- First 1/2 of '08
Replies: 679
Views: 54698

Not to derail the thread but William where did you get the baskethilt you have in your GW pic? I've been trying to track one of them down for abit? The ones with more of a 'plow ridge' shape sloped towards the end of the pommel. http://home.armourarchive.org/members/iain/baskethilt_plow.jpg
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Tue May 20, 2008 10:53 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Torvaldr Shipping update
Replies: 33
Views: 1150

Not sure how far along they are but the demi's you'd pinged me about the colour on I can pick up at NOWM to save on hassle & cost of postage. Will be on the field Sat. but plan on being their Fri & Sat night so can wander over then. Cya there!
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Sun May 18, 2008 10:04 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: That time again! Pennsic Charity Tournament
Replies: 72
Views: 1931

Had this set aside for last year, will set it up for this year ... a set of Torvaldr lamellar (natural leather colour) along with a bastard sword and Scottish baskethilted claymore (both steel weapons). Juggling schedule around but hoping to take Nissan up for this year. After last years mini-flood,...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Wed May 14, 2008 10:43 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Northshield Crown Results
Replies: 28
Views: 894

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f49/Murdoch_McArthur/08SpringCrown083.jpg yes i wore a grill and made armoured baby jesus cringe I don't know if it was the grille or the look/expression on yer face that made the lil' bugger cringe ... I've been told having my aventail cover my nose on down interf...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Wed May 14, 2008 10:31 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: SCA dagger scabbard FS- Black/Blue- SOLD
Replies: 1
Views: 89

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by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Wed May 14, 2008 10:29 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: SCA sword scabbard FS- Black/Blue- SOLD
Replies: 17
Views: 388

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by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Wed May 07, 2008 10:14 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Costrel run
Replies: 28
Views: 650

when the next batch comes up be sure to let us know ... I'd love at least one if not two of these larger ones ...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Wed May 07, 2008 10:08 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: We've started production more pics to follow
Replies: 54
Views: 1466

Throw a set of knees on those and I'd drop $250 without batting an eye for 'em. Lighter weight low maint gear in period style would work good over a decent cloth soft kit for repeated practices and beatings. Just tossing out my 2 dinar ...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Wed May 07, 2008 10:00 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Centergrip heater
Replies: 18
Views: 647

Yup yup ... Duke Bardolph had a batch of examples through various time periods for his class on them at this past RUM. I primarily remember them used alot for footmen v. horse (not saying exclusive but most of the examples were on foot). Might ping him for a list.
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Wed May 07, 2008 9:40 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: wtb- german sallet for SCA combat
Replies: 16
Views: 505

Trust me .. I got it for a song and dance off another archiver and would rather see it put to good use instead of continuing to sit on my shelf with the other 8 helms ...

I'm sure I could price it up for alot more via auction but it's time to move things out and stir up things a bit ...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Wed May 07, 2008 9:28 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: who was selling gamboised cuisses?
Replies: 47
Views: 1150

Got my sets as well .. ordered one for wear under a set of Duke Gavin's (Kilkenny's) hardened cuisses for sport wear .. and they've done a fine job at these past few practices. I picked up a 2nd set which I left the leather cops on for dress gear.
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Wed May 07, 2008 9:16 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: wtb- german sallet for SCA combat
Replies: 16
Views: 505

Jonathan is looking for more of an articulated lobster tail style so offer has moved on to list of PM's who have an interest in the helm depending upon fit.
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Thu May 01, 2008 7:23 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: wtb- german sallet for SCA combat
Replies: 16
Views: 505

Well I did offer it up to Jonathan from his request. So I'll post the info and some add'l pics and if it's not acceptable to him the offer will move down the list of rapid fire PMs that came in regarding it. I have it padded for my 23.25" melon (w/ no hair). Internal circ. was approx 28" a...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Wed Apr 30, 2008 10:56 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: wtb- german sallet for SCA combat
Replies: 16
Views: 505

will snag measurements and shoot back over asap .. (i.e. in the morning when the lady wife wakes up!)
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Wed Apr 30, 2008 10:54 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: FS/FT One set of Used Torvaldr Hardened Greeves and Knee
Replies: 6
Views: 249

I'll take 'em ... 50 + shipping to 48328 code. PM with how you'd prefer the payment.
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Wed Apr 30, 2008 10:11 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: wtb- german sallet for SCA combat
Replies: 16
Views: 505

Well this is sooner than I'd expected ... but putting up an AB Hammer helm (sister to Her Konrad's lobster tail). I'd planned on building a hard suit around it but have gotten too distracted in the mean time. m m I works fine in the meantime, but I'd suggest a latch/hook to secure the post, for SCA ...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Sun Apr 27, 2008 12:05 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: just cuz no one dun posted it yet Northshield crown
Replies: 41
Views: 996

What's the date & location for Crown? There are some I'd like to make the run out to see if I can shuffle the schedule about or (heaven forbid) it's open already!
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Thu Apr 24, 2008 10:19 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Dimitri's shield at La Prova Dura
Replies: 4
Views: 358

Nothing saying you have to keep the price down to a preset level also. If you have the ability to make the 'uber' shields but they have a higher price tag ... then keep them available for custom ordering and such for those who are looking for something that has the appearance and dimensions of a per...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Sat Apr 19, 2008 5:42 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Nothern Atlantia and Blackstone Raids.
Replies: 6
Views: 289

From central Atlantia, but I will be there. Speaking of which, the schedule lists a Gage Tourny at 11:00 AM on Saturday - does anyone know what that is? I'm not familiar with it. -Antonio It is an Order of High Merit (Grant level) martial prowess award in the hosting Kingdome (AE). m Iain Ruadh (fo...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Sat Apr 19, 2008 11:53 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Selling Silk Banners
Replies: 39
Views: 2190

missed my shot from the first batch ... any word on another batch?
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Sat Apr 19, 2008 11:51 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: SCA scabbards update!
Replies: 5
Views: 418

Any new word on these? Pics? Inquiring minds and such ...
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Sat Apr 19, 2008 11:14 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: 7 day Archive Auction: Custom Made Sabatons, now with pics.
Replies: 41
Views: 1585

'Mine! Mine! All mine! I'm a greeeedy lil' miser!' - D. Duck

Whoot whoot! It's all in the accessories!
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Mon Apr 14, 2008 10:33 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Ullieg's sword scabbard.
Replies: 22
Views: 506

What info do you need aside from colour preference to make one of these Sir Vitus? Blade length, diameter, etc? And if some add'l hardware were provided (i.e. period buckle, other ornamental hardware/stiffners/etc. for the belt, etc.) could they be added during the construction process?
by Iain (Bunny) Ruadh
Mon Apr 14, 2008 10:27 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: who was selling gamboised cuisses?
Replies: 47
Views: 1150

PM sent for another couple.

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