The Armour Archive

Jeff J

Not anstering the question directly, but it sounds like Herpes Simplex 2 - different from the "Bad" genital herpes 2 that gets so much press. High-spf sunblock lip balm is available and will help significantly, and there are a couple of ointments on the market that significantly reduce duration. The...

Jeff J

As for calcium, I recall there's lots of it in several common plants and that many types of fish are eaten with bones - like anchovies.

Jeff J

Webster's 1913 Dictionary Definition: \Far`i*na"ceous\, a. [L. farinaceus.] 1. Consisting or made of meal or flour; as, a farinaceous diet. 2. Yielding farina or flour; as, ffarinaceous seeds. 3. Like meal; mealy; pertainiing to meal; as, a farinaceous taste, smell, or appearance.

Jeff J

Is there anything is in that is worthwhile? It was a gift for Christmas...... Sorry, but it's useful to show people what NOT to do. Return it for a better book? Actually, it's kind of fun to find an object in Norris, and then go look for it in "real" resources. Kind of a research self test. Edited ...

Jeff J

Only in my nightmares...

Jeff J

This has been a fascinating look in to the human condition in regards to perception of insult. I think that in any given conversation, or even transaction, a person can see insults or improprieties if that is what they are looking for. I feel sorry for those who go through life in this fashion. How...

Jeff J

Ja. Nice pic of yourself.

Jeff J

Blanket statements do not cover all of the medieval and renaissance time frames. Naughty naughty m (without even bothering to look at the link - ) Ya, but she'd not asking about rapiers. Which she SHOULD - because that's where people with less muscles tend to do better than the muscley-types, who t...

Jeff J

Having not held either... I can say that the geometry of the Practical LOOKS like it would be less point-heavy than a Viking sword would be. As a fussy historiacal purist, I have to ask.. You do know that two-sword fighting is not historically documented - yes? Now, if you were to use a buckler, THA...

Jeff J

Other discussions of this guy's fraud:

http://forums.swordforum.com/showthread ... adid=44668

http://forums.swordforum.com/showthread ... adid=44668

Jeff J

Fifth. Will we have access to archives and rare books? Folks, that is where the real research is done. Some of the rarities (especially medieval manuscripts) are just too fragile to scan and digitalize. And, what IS scanned is usually of too low resolution for researchers. Especially the art. When ...

Jeff J

Come back, Jeff! We need more accuracy-oriented people! Actually, we have a few, but I think I'd enjoy talking to you and Char. Cheese is definately a feastmaker, so I'll have to take note of the list for the next feast we do. Thanks. Would love too, but not so many jobs in the Weapons systems engi...

Jeff J

Was wondering what the significance was. Char & I are both cheese heads in the Wisconsin sense and loving the stuff. (She likes the REALLY stinky ones) Nice site. I especially like the itty-bitty cheeses. These cheeses are probably much more appropriate than most cheeses you find on store shelves - ...

Jeff J

Jeff J

Actually, the legs are 1x4s, notched at the end to fit into a dove-tail-shape cut into the horizontal support. They slide in & out. It's sturdy enough to support those kegs & the approximately 30 pounds of water in them, but people are very careful around that table. Take a look at the table legs Ja...

Jeff J

It's not a historically documented table - nor overly stable.

Jeff J

It COULD be original. Long daggers are fairly common. Generally, you don't see non-ferrous fittings, but I'd not say never. Especially on this type of pommel that is more decorative and doesn't see stress.

Jeff J

What I like about mineral oil over petroleum-based oils is that if it gets on leather or other natural fibers, I think it's less likely to damage that material. Dunno about how to dull zinc. Thing is, when zinc oxidies in air it gives that dull grey look that looks wrong and leaves grey dust all ove...

Jeff J

Plastic bucket, half gallon of vinegear. Drench, soak a half hour, stirring occasionally. Remove, rinse, inspect. Repeat if needed. Dry with rags, spray liberally with wD-40.

Store in a bag between use, after oiling (I like mineral oil) & shake.

Jeff J

Charlotte wrote:Ok, so is it really bad that's what I noticed right away?

I love my pervy girlfriend

Jeff J

What Doug said. If you want a simple, period way to make an all-steel armor a bit decorative, consider Pointille work. The 1450 "Avant" armor is so named because it has the word "Avant" graved into the edges thus, or you can use it to make designs. It's basically a bunch of small dots lightly punche...

Jeff J

Start from the ground up - Tile the floor. You don't have to used these expensive ones - m . There are much cheaper ceramic tiles. Even better - get a few of the pricey ones & mix them in with the cheaper ones around the border. And WHATEVER you do, avoid those crappy victorian prints. I'm sick to d...

Jeff J

Guy Dawkins wrote:Has anyone heard of "JUDY" linen?

What is it?

Where was it being sold? Almost sounds like one of those silly names that Ikea gives everything, like a BORK table or a SWEN paperclip.

Oops - signed: Charlotte (too lazy to delete and log out and back in)

Jeff J

I hate you guys. Try as I might, I doubt I will ever approach that level of authenticity in either my clothes or harness. Why not? I can't speak to harness, but it's generally not a lot more expensive to have authentic clothing than inauthentic clothing. Wool may cost a little more than poly, but y...

Jeff J

No acidic drinks. You really should tin it though. If it's just a cup, you can probably tin it yourself with a food-safe solder. Do a little research, but I think most types of silver-containing solder are ok. Plumber's solder is not, as it usually has antimony in it.

Jeff J

Sorry - Sold out!

Jeff J

Rare as hen's teeth! These are the small star-headed tinned-steel nails used for Craig Nadler & Chef's Brig projects $30 a pound (with US Shipping), 3-pound minimum order. (it takes 3 pounds for a brig) Unless you can buy them off of someone else who was in on the original order, these are the only ...

Jeff J

Cute toes

Jeff J

[wet blanket]

And, even if you DO find it, can you be sure that that's what the fellow would wear typically, or, did he strap it on just for the sake of the painting?

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Jeff J

I use a 20-year old style for reenacting. I think I'm pushing the boundry of reasonableness, though. A person's rationalle for having old armor could be: - I had it made for me when I attained my full size (20 years ago) and have taken care of it, and actual battles being pretty rare in my period, i...

Jeff J

Fire Stryker wrote:Things like this.

<a href="http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/LCVInternational/cauldron.htm">Cauldrons</a>

Holy Sh*t, Jenn! I don't think I've seen that site before. Do you have any experience with the vendor?

(BTW, still interested in a bronze one)

Jeff J

Definitely. If the price was reasonable, I'd probably buy a couple. And it would have to be tinned.

Jeff J

There were general styles that would be acceptable. If you'd post something that a person could look at, I'd be able to more fully commit.

Jeff J

Is your website working? Can't get there...

Jeff J

Oil treated is a good thing, but the sanded finish puts me off, and it's a tad thick for uppers. I like 3-ounce for that. On the other hand - it would make some durable boots.

Re: Human Nature

Hey, he's a topic on another Forum too!

Re: Linen question: Judy weight?

Sinric's Brig nails - 15 pounds - SOLD OUT