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Kenwrec Wulfe

I am also 34 (will be 35 in Sept) and I started right after I turned 33. I am getting better consistently (or so I am told.)

Just think of age as a state of mind.... I many be 34 in body, but I am young at heart, I enjoy fighting and will be doing it as long as I am able.

Kenwrec Wulfe

My apologies... I am doing that today....leaving out parts of the post....

I am refering to its use in armouring.

Kenwrec Wulfe

I WISH I was ambidextrious. I would do it...but I would also be sure to maintain my right handed practice as well. Having that versatility is an excellent advantage.

Kenwrec Wulfe

How much was it used? What was the prevalent type used? In those types and uses, how "fancy" did the cut of the latten get? - meaning - Did they just go with straight lines that were shaped (roped, etc...) or were there other patterns used (such as cut to an embattled line, etc...) If it was cut to ...

Kenwrec Wulfe

Jurgen - Do you use the soft coil of half hard? And what gauge?

I have not trimmed in brass before - Given the application, 20ga SEEMS like it would be fine, and I can always harden it myself, so soft coil sounds like it would work....

Kenwrec Wulfe

Sorry, I should have been more specific. I am looking for brass sheets for armour trim....

Kenwrec Wulfe

Just an off thought here....

You could portray a woman pretending to be a man when fighting....?

Kenwrec Wulfe

and what would be a good price....

ANY guidance would be of help.

I did find some sources online, but I do not have a base of comparison for price.

Thank you.

Kenwrec Wulfe

I did, nothing in the size I need.

They did have some in the 3/8" size though....

Kenwrec Wulfe

Excellent work, my friend. Excellent work.

Kenwrec Wulfe

For a more historically accurate solution, from the opinion of one who has been studying the marshallite handbooks for the past several months (just 4 sigs away from being done! YAY), I suggest the following: First the official Society Rule: ***h. All parts of the helm that might come into contact w...

Kenwrec Wulfe

The drawing temp can also affect the level of hardness, brittleness, rigidity, etc... 550 - 650 will yiled you the best temper for SCA combat - 700-800 will yield a harder, less yielding temper. Alaric - You know when you guys are gonna be in the shop tempering anything? I had not heard back from Gr...

Kenwrec Wulfe

Yes, yes - please give details on this milk paint...

Kenwrec Wulfe

1) Line engagement means that you are engaged with ANYONE on that line, not the the 3 or 4 in front of you. If a 12' spear tags your body for 7 guys down on your right, that is engagement and you are dead (if it was a good shot.) ***Remember that thrusts to the SIDE or BACK of the head are not vali...

Kenwrec Wulfe

Regular anealling is a very very handing thing when working with spring steel. the final hardening process takes place after the piece is worked and shaped. You can most definitely use thinner spring than mild or stainless. If this is SCA, you still cannot make a helm of thinner than 16ga due to the...

Kenwrec Wulfe

I dont know about that... all that fluting would keep it from denting really well....kinda making it worth the extra work.

Kenwrec Wulfe

Personally, I would go a little thinner (4oz) - You will find it plenty durable and lasting, plus it will be lighter and ooler to wear (not that wearing leather is cooling.) In the COPs that I have made, I use either a topgrain or suede (though suede is not historically accurate, clients like the ch...

Kenwrec Wulfe

Oh, they are reusable.

25 for $8 or so...nifty tool to have on hand. I just ordered more...

Kenwrec Wulfe

I do not know how many people out there have used or seen these before. I heard about them through a friend and found a few to use. They are VERY handy! Just wanted to show them to others in case anyone might be interested... Basically used to hold a project together for testing fit, etc... m Anywho...

Kenwrec Wulfe

I can only atest for the rules here in the Middle, however, I believe the RoE are "officialy" the same in every kingdom. There are certain levels of "courtesy" that are commonplace in some and not in others, and I do not account for those here. OFFICALLY, however, this is the RoE for melee/war: 1) L...

Kenwrec Wulfe

The piece of rattan I found is actually 1 3/8" almost all the way down the entire length. Due to its length, I left the rattan "skin" on to foster a longer life. I use 1 1/2" to 1 3/4" to make single handed weapons and shave them down some, but I try to leave as much "skin" on a weapon as I can to i...

Kenwrec Wulfe

Unfortunately I seem to be having issue with posting pics. I would need someone to host them for me. I would certainly be happy to email them to someone to post for me, however.

Kenwrec Wulfe

If you could find road paint or street sign paint, that would work great too. I got a small splash of it on my car a few years ago and I could not get it off without using sand paper and scouring it off!

Just a thought....

Kenwrec Wulfe

Pell - I am currently in the process of making a new greatsword. If you like. I will take pictures of the process and can email them to you. To sum it up briefly - 1) Smooth the rattan staff at its "joints" and cut to length (for me, this was exactly my height - 5'10" 2) Shape the handle to fit the ...

Kenwrec Wulfe

Musch - Are you using a chemical bluing agent? if so, what agent? Yes, I thoroughly cleaned the surfaces before applying and it did not do well. How polished should the surface be? I tried several different levels from rough from 800 grit compound al of the way to mirror polish (I could clearly clea...

Kenwrec Wulfe

I know this topic has come up before.... I am looking for the best method for getting an even dark result from carbon steel. My understanding thus far is that dirty oil is the best way to achieve the dark color. I have played with chemical bluing/blackening and do not like the result. Does anyoe hav...

Kenwrec Wulfe

Given that I was part of this purchase, I would like to be kept abreast of the situation. I was getting ready to cut into it this week.

Kenwrec Wulfe

Bastard sword
Great sword
two stick
sword and buckler
single sword

I find it hard to decide which I enjoy most. Each has its appeals.

Kenwrec Wulfe

Sir Sarnac, Though I now know that I will be unable to attend Pennsic this year (VERY regrettably), I would be more than happy to donate a prize to the tourney. Please contact me privately with details: kenwrecwulfe@yahoo.com If for some reason, should I be able to attend, I would be more than happy...

Kenwrec Wulfe

Welcome to the Archive! For SCA combat, I would suggest against a full white kit, unless you dont mind heat. Yes the can be gorgeous on the field, but the heat and humidity(especially in the south) can get ya. I will suggest the 14th century a well. The armour fits very well for the type of combat w...

Kenwrec Wulfe

I am sure there will be a MAG gathering in Sept or so... Would be excellent to have more people!

Welcome to the AAOAA (Armour Archive's Obvious Armour Addicts!)

Kenwrec Wulfe

I have also been wearing one for the last 6-8 months and would never go back to a belt....ever. The comfort level and manueverablity increase is still something I am getting used to. Though I do not own anything from Jeff or Gwen, I do have to say that what I have seen is nothing BUT impressive. Kud...

Kenwrec Wulfe

Thank you for all of the advice. I am already doing most of it, but the "heat training" makes sense.

Kenwrec Wulfe

and humidity? Up here in the grand Midlands, I was out yesterday eve practicing and the humidity was reminicent of Florida (90+%) and about 85 degrees. Now, I know that 85 is not that hot really, but the humidity was gruelling. What do you do to compensate for the heat and humidity? I already drink ...

Kenwrec Wulfe

You do me honor Gruber. I really did not do that much. Just imparting some information given to me by true masters of the craft.

Late (1380-1400) 14th century Latten questions.

Seeking a good source for Brass...

New (?) Armouring tool...

Blackening steel....

(SCA) Heavy Combatants - How do you deal with the heat?