The Armour Archive

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

I have just made a new viborg shirt. Unfortunately it doesn't have a gorgeous weave to show off. The question I have is how period correct would something like Wool Melton be? Its basically a felted wool with no real pattern in the weave. (At least not an apparent one.) The time period is early 11th...

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

Egfroth. This looks absolutely gorgeous. I am in love with your tunic.

My wife says she won't do it though and I can't embroider. (I'm still learning the basics and am not nearly ready for a project like this.)

What time period is that tunic based from?

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

Well you asked for more questions. Its your own fault. 1. Is there any way you could get pictures or show diagrams of how you made the saddle. I'm absolutely infatuated with it and will make one whether I have a horse to put it on or not. (Might be a good thing to have around the camp. Just say the ...

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

Now that is just a damn great kit. If I were doing that time and place I'd be copying you real fast! I was wondering though if you might have and be willing to share pictures that show how you put the bridle and saddle together. A friend of mine has asked I help them put together a period kit for th...

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

After thinking alot I am currently making a new Viborg shirt though I will admit to cheating slightly. My fabric while it is wool isn't all that great and it doesn't have a magnificent weave to show off. (Ok. I admit. Its a modern fabric. It was on sale and I'm poor. Its called Wool Melton I believe...

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

Where can I find pewter blanks so that I can try some minting of my own? I probably won't do reproductions but something based on originals.

The one site listed above doesn't seem to have blanks for sale.

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

So we can use the Thorsberg or the Rus pattern. Those are the only patterns we know of really.

Pants haven't changed pretty much in a very very long time. So I can the Thorsberg pattern being very similar to pants used in the 11th century.

Just minus the belt loops. (Never liked belt loops)

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

Hmm....11th century huh? Same era I'm doing...And it looks good. I'll have to consider this as well.

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

I'm Norse and I think that looks awesome. Great job Cet and Murdock, Awesome Kit!

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

James. I love the pattern and I think I found out what I'll be using from now on for my own pants.

Are the belt loops really period though?

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

What era and location is your outfit based on? I really like how it looks.

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

How much do the flokati's run at Ikea or Target? I'm going to be honest and say that what is inside my tent doesn't have to be as period as whats on the outside. Also could someone show me a picture of these flokatis? The outside I want to look damn near perfect. The inside I want comfy and with the...

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

My times about right. My kit didn't have alot of buckles or anything else. It was a really quite set up kit.

My next kit will be much longer in getting on and off.

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

Every person who pre regs gets 250 sq feet. Regardless if they are in a camp or not. Single campers have the same space as a camp. Yes you are supposed to abide by the 3 foot rule for fire safety. I admit that if I am doing a public safety patrol and see tents to close to one another I will report i...

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

I've been considering making some maille mittens to cover glove of some sort as an alternative to clam shell gauntlets for the SCA.

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

Its the one thing I love about my wedge (soon to be A frame). 10x14 with no ropes means my wife and I only use 140 sq feet of our 500. *grins* The rule for our household is that 10x15 is the largest personal tent. Can go to 14x16 for couples. So far the only complaint we have is that we don't have a...

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

I don't really know of any rugs found for the Norse but what would some of you suggest for a rug in a norse encampment that won't ruin the feel?

It can't be to rough is the problem. My lady has some issues with her feet that don't allow for such things.

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

T. Finkas wrote:I'll have to review what the Pennsic allotment per person is again.
Cheers,
Tim

You are alloted 250 sq feet per person at Pennsic.

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

*raises hands and steps back with a grin* I yield! I yield! Ok. You both made your points. I learned stuff as well with this whole thing. I have to agree with most of the arguments on both sides. Sorry for the rude interruption then milords. Please continue so I can continue to learn more about thin...

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

Never said I disagree with you Chef. Nor do I disagree with Ernest on it. As for your depth of understanding. I've no doubt that you are both highly knowlegable. On the other hand I found much the same sources as were sited here on a google search. I may not be as learned but the internet can teach ...

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

I've heard of similar chairs to those being used for weavers in eastern europe (forget where exactly) for weaving in the 1300s. I admit I have one but thats because I can not find any decent chair patterns I like for the early 11th century Norse. (I'm not picky which region. I'm a damn traveling mer...

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

I'm going to make a quick suggestion for your floor problem Its something I'm going to be doing myself this year. Make a break apart frame (wooden or plastic) that fits inside your building or tent. Then to that you attach a simple tarp. Cover that with some flooring of your choice. Rugs. Mats. More...

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

Wow. This is amazing. Massive huge posts that are on opposites sides of the same coin. Here's an idea. Both of you calm down and think on this. We aren't really certain it was period as there is no concrete documentation for it. Is it feasible? Yes. Can you guarantee they had them? No. Guess what. T...

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

Tim. If I see this at war I'm taking pics. That looks like a really awesome project.

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

This is the bad part of doing early 11th century. Lots of stuff for mid 11th. 10th and 9th. But noone seems to have anything from early 11th

The persona is from Iceland originally and likes to wear his wealth visibly. Just hoping to get a decent idea of how I should be dressing.

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

Ok.. I'm bumping this thread as the one question I have was never really answered. Would the outfit shown in the first post be pretty much correct for Hedeby in about 1020s. Yes my persona is rich. Its the only time I ever get to be rich. Also. Any idea how period a woven belt would be? I have a lea...

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

I don't know about my Shire since they very rarely do demos. (We are spread all over and its hard to get us all together for a demo honestly.) I personally don't charge for the demos I do. Its not uncommon for me to go in to do 1 person demos about the middle ages for the local schools. I dress in g...

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

Halvgrim. I sent you a PM. Yes that was the pot I was interested in.

Hmm...I know the Bayuex Tapestry is a bit late for me but that seems like it might be a good idea.

I wonder if anything similar existed in the 1020s in any of the areas I would have traded in.

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

Halvgrim. Slightly off question. Where did you get the pot you have over the fire?

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

*chuckles* Eleanor of Waldren, Viscountess, Mistress of the Pelican. Owner of the Blue Unicorn. Normally the shop is on Fleet street. She doesn't wear any of her regalia but if you ask they'll tell you if she's there. Many know the Blue Unicorn for the Leather working tools side of the business. Ele...

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

My old suit (that has since been completely disassembled) took me about 20 minutes all told to get from cup on to helm on. Most of that is because I move slow.

SuGyong-I've seen you armour up. Add 15 minutes to the "talking" estimate. *laughs*

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

I'll stick to my beeswax candles thank you anyway. LED just does not simulate a real candle flame to me.

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

I know someone who could do a tent like this and in that size. She doesn't do it professionaly but she does great tents and sells some every year at pennsic.

Her work is pretty good and she makes odd heights as well. Like 7 foot walls. Partially cause her lord is 6'5"

Snaebjorn Hakonarson

We'll have to try and make it. Bring Megge with ya. *grins* I don't fight and I'm always happy to flirt with a lady!

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Viborg Tunic