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Trevor

I bought a tent from Past Tents (through Chivalry bookshelf) Pennsic before last. so far, nop problems with cones blowing out, but then again these tents are made to accept a spoke wheel design. They have been a mainstay in European living history for quite a while. The best part about my tent is th...

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As you probably know, a Passage of Arms involves two (more or less) predetermined teams. Winners are determined in various ways, but typically by judges. These may be in the gallery with the Ladies. The tenans can be costumed as a certiain theme. The Venans shouldn't be, as this will allow fighters ...

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Nice project!

Yeah, I think it'd make a great beginner's project. Not too many tools, and there's complex shaping involved.

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FYI, I have received two shipments from Robert. He has good delivery times, and the product is much better than I anticipated. Very regular and even scales. Nice guy, too!

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PS-I just received my second order. Thanks!

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Sorry, the barbute was much later than the coat of plates. Before you start cutting your expensive material, please let me offer some advice: There has been a lot of research and development done for armor using materials similar to what you describe. Thousands of suits have been made, with improvem...

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In addition to Talbot, I would also recommend http://finkas.home.netcom.com/HSB/HSBMAIN.html

I have had great service from both.

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Boy, I am sorry to see you in that predicament! http://www.armourarchive.org/ubb/frown.gif If I were you, I'd continue getting your period rig together. (In fact, I'd start armoring as a hobby if you haven't already.) Point being, no one would criticize you for wanting to wear a rig that you built. ...

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I am making the switch to stainless. I'd rather have a kit that was not rusty and stainless than rusty and more authentic. I don't have the time to devote to maintaining a harness properly, and stainless is lighter and harder, to boot! Also, I like a 3M multi finish wheel to put a satin finish on th...

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I've looked at a LOT of gauntlet designs. Actually, I have to say that Master Glendour has MUCH better thumb protection than any other gauntlet design I've seen. First, there's a long finger plate to cover the thumb. Second, the thumb is deeply dished so that it contacts the weapon. Third, the thumb...

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by GintarastheTaura: Actually she has done some already. She did the inside rearbrace flap on my right arm. She did a beautiful dragon. Although, pictures of dragons are not t...

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What DVA charges for armor isn't a point at all. How many fighters DVA gets on the field isn't a point at all THe only point that matters IMHO is how the fighter contributes to our game. A fighter that doesn't look the part contributes little to, if he doesn't actually detract from, the medieval exp...

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I think it's stupid. I can see how, with the "assumed" hauberk and conical helm, that the top of the head would bw impervious to spear shots, but the side of the head should also be "touch kill" like the face. That will avoid the "oops- I turned my head and the shot's no good" tactic. It will avoid ...

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Waldryk's work has really improved over the last couple of years. If you haven't checked out his stuff, then you should. His turn around time is a heck of a lot faster than almost any other armorer that I know. I recommend him heartily, and his bascinets are suuuuuuper sweet! http://www.armourarchiv...

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Actualy, a period attachment for spaulders is attaching directly to the CoP itself. In the Wisby grave finds (which contain body armor not far from the mark for a c. 1300 kit), there existed at least two types-a simple D-shaped, dished plate and an arrow head shaped plate. The D-shaped plate (p. 396...

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Actually, you could get one *set* of knees and use them together to mold the plastic better than just one and a metal ball. I also encourage the use of ABS for this. It will mold better and look nicer (even uncovered) As to the CoP-I applaud your use of this well-tested armor style. It will meet a l...

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For me, I prefer to think of SCA combat more of a game of "tag" than anything else. If someone gives me a shot that gets past my defense andlights me up, then I salute and tell them, "Whooo! Nice shot!" I've got no problem with hard hits. THat's why I've got armor. But, I'd much rather take a lighte...

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Cool.

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Well, that's the impression I got on this end of the BB. Electronic media does not convey inflection nor facial expression, and "tone" is one thing that often is misunderstood.

I may very well be wrong about your intended tone, and if I was, I apologize.

Please continue...

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Actually, I didn't make it to the war this year at all. Look, I don't care if you do well or not. Do you think that I stay awake at night thinking, "Oooo, if only we could find a way to keep the Tuchucks from anhiliating our armies! But, they're too mighty, Drat!" http://www.armourarchive.org/ubb/wi...

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Odawara Kinjiro Takamori: Unbelievable >>> if you really want to be a continiual outsider, spoil other people's experiences and miss out on the best experiences that the SCA...

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I think a lot of it had to do more with time period than country of origin. Earlier in the 14th c, mid-point bascinets were more common-probably due to the fact that the great helm was still commonly worn over them. Also, the point seemed to tend to be smaller. Later on, as the great helm was discar...

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Bedlam: The Scadian rabble once again moves upon the native lands of the Tuchux. Prepare yourselves, those that would stand opposed to the mighty tribe of fell warriors, an...

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Animal: As far as honor on the field goes, I cant say as that I had a single problem from an SCA person on the field this year. They were too busy dying. <HR></BLOCKQUOT...

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Not from what I've seen-sorry.

(That's why I've learned to do my research first, then go out and build/buy the armor.)

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I am very happy to hear that. Great job, Tuchux!

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Desert Torch Tailoring has the best fitting foundation garment for 14th c. that I've seen. Not too thickly padded, and made of linen. They're making a black linen one for me. http://www.armourarchive.org/ubb/biggrin.gif Their white one looked REALLY nice, but I figured after one fight it would get r...

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For what it's worth... There are lots of folks that play their game in the SCA with little reverence for historical accuracy. That isn't a reason to not strive for it in your game. At best, it would be an excuse, IMO. I know several folks that do Samurai-they are fine chaps. But, it really doesn't d...

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Well, the VRAH looks kick ass! And I'm sure that it adjusts up or down to just the speed you want by using the foot pedal? What would it take to have another one made just like it and shipped up to a loving home in Kansas City, MO? http://www.armourarchive.org/ubb/smile.gif Trevor

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Halberds- WHERE did you get that wonderful air hammer???? Please, please, please, PLEASE tell me. Don't make me beg! (Guess I already blew that, huh?) http://www.armourarchive.org/ubb/wink.gif Thanks in advance, Trevor BTW-the helm ROCKS! http://www.armourarchive.org/ubb/smile.gif

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The bascinet is an intermediate level project. There is welding involved, and there are multiple plates to be fit together unless one is hell-bent on raising a single piece-an advanced project! You can dish out the skull in three pieces (most commonly). The skull is either formed in two hlaves, and ...

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I've seen splinted arms and [B]lower[/B} legs used together from around 1325-1375. I haven't seen splinted upper legs, though, during that time frame. I'd use a studded or plate-reenforced upper leg (cuisse) of leather over plate of some sort for SCA combat. Don't attach the rivets through the plate...

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Very nice, Steve.

When you're doing Stainless, let me know. I've got a bunch of stainless bascinets that are going to need new camails.

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I wouldn't mess with the ply wood. It's heavy and will break down over time (unless you reenforce the hell out of it-which means it will be even heavier!) Talon armory makes the thinnest, lightest and strongest shields out on the market today. For $45, you will have a 24" X 36" shield that will last...

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Sounds like it works fine. http://www.armourarchive.org/ubb/smile.gif I'll throw this suggestion out for you to chew on, though. If you don't own a Beverly shear (or a cheap knock-off from Harbor Freight tools) I have found that they are well worth the money. I got mine in 1985 as a B-Day present. I...

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Raibeart Lok De la Haye: Hey Trevor I've worn wide skirted lamellar, that guy's asked me about. But honestly the blow never got to my leg. Just a maybe.<HR></BLOC...