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Navy doesn't have 'Combatives' training unless you are in the Master at Arms force. Sometimes the Marines or Army will let you 'play' with them, but not always. Depending on where he is in the Middle East, there may be SCA folks there. If he is in Bahrain . . . I can finally have fighter practice. S...

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The Archives 'Search' feature can be quite useful.

I found . . .

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Welcome to the archive.

Yes, it is a legitimate pattern.

Changes - You will need to cut out the pattern first and size it to whatever shoe you are planning to cover.

Good Luck!

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Probably restating the obvious . . .

DON'T FORGET TO HAVE FUN

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How about using a torah scroll as a mace? Or a big copy of the Koran as a shield? Were there any instances of these uses in medieval historical battles? When I referred to the 'crucifix' in my earlier post. I was referring to a cross at the top of a staff, not a full crucifix with the body of Jesus...

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Starting out with Sword and Shield is, IMHO, always difficult. Yes, there is a fatigue factor. However, that may be a result of numerous things including shield construction, shield size, how the shield is hung, personal fitness, etc. With a shield, there is also a loss of 'vision'. It blocks our ab...

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Where in the Middle East?

There are a few of us scattered around . . .

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Sword and Spear

Sword and Broken Lance

Sword and Broken Oar

Sword and Glaive

You already listed Sword and Axe, Sword and inverted Greatsword.

Heck, if you portray a fighing monk, you could use a sword and staff with a crucifix . . .

By the way, welcome to the archive!!

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Might want to also post this question in the Design & Construction area after doing a search.

There are quite a few threads on this topic.

Good Luck!

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sirjarondelyons wrote:To me it seems like the band saw would do better than a scroll or jig due to the blade moving in one direction instead of two.

In my experience, a bandsaw doesn't work turns as well.

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$20 for the Kilt Hose.

$70 for the Egg Gaunts.

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What size are the Egg Gaunts?

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Interested in the Kilt Hose and Egg Gaunts pending prices/sizes. (I have $$ ready)

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sirjarondelyons wrote:how long does it take you to make each one and how difficult is it to make them? they're very interesting, wish i could afford one.

Use the Archive search function, Isabella posted a thread which has a link to a full Youtube Tutorial Series.

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If you really need a coat of plates pattern for the shell:

Period Patterns #102
http://www.mediaevalmisc.com/pp-102.htm

There are several places that sell this pattern, but this is the link I could find.

Hope this helps . . .

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http://www.windrosearmoury.com/zc/index ... cts_id=296

I recommend this one, it is very solid and works well.

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Ooooooo

Cant wait to hit it when I get back from the Middle East!

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Hal is a PM guy. Just PM him.

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Also, there are numerous different "coat of plates" with different numbers of plates, etc. Not too long ago, someone posted a link to a site with all of the different designs with pictures. [edit] Found the link: http://www.hoashantverk.se/hantverk/hoas_rustningar/index.html !! Seek out specific hel...

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once again thanks for all the tips most of my plates are 18 gauge stainless, but I had to improvise a bit and resort to 16 gauge stainless for the front bits and the spine plates, I'm going with some nice red heavy canvas, what would be the best way to cut out the pattern? I was thinking of rivetin...

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And if you can't stand Evil-bay, check out Eric's Armour on http://www.medievaltownsquare.com

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I knew a guy who fought sword and spear.

He would stand the spear on the ground and kind a fight around it. (Medieval roots of pole dancing?)

The ground would anchor the long end of the lever. He could still use it to thrust, if necessary.

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Gryffinclaw wrote:We are looking to make a tutorial at some time on how to make them to further promote the use of greaves.

Do it! Do it NOW!

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Ulricus,

There is also a "how big am I" factor. The shield side should "look" proportionate on you as well.

Im 6'6" tall and 270lbs, so some of the "regular" size shields look like a buckler when I hold them.

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Newspaper and toothpaste

OR

newspaper and brasso

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Welcome to the Armour Archive! Very good first question. Having lived and fought in Ansteorra during the blazing oven like conditions, I would second canvas for its breathability. I would also encourage drilling holes in your plate material to allow some limited airflow. Dont drill too many though o...

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The look great.

How much per plate?
Options?

etc. . . .

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I would be interested in the history as well. I asked a question about the History of Graff on Yahoo! Answers. It seems quite plausible that it would have been around in period. I can see some drunk Norman invader dumping his wort into the cider fermenter. Or was that his chocolate into the peanut b...

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Hey Hal! You've gotta post the original sketch as well as the pic of the final product in order for us to get the real feel . . .

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Nice helm!

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I have a simple removable hinge design. It's not period but unless you are looking real close you can't tell. I cut a slot in the lower part of the hinge that slips over the hinge pin when the visor is in the raised position. The upper part of the hinge is permanently mounted to the helmet as is th...

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I would suggest a 7-9 oz linen.

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I would suggest a 7-9 oz linen.

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