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Migueldz, Do you mean like this: [img]http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2004-6/747695/PanelAndPipe.JPG[/img] The red dot indicates the pointy end of the triangle. Excuse the poor drawing, but is that basically what you mean? I can see how that would work pretty well. So after I undish this, the panel w...

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Thank you all for the support and the very nice comments! They are both needed and appreciated! Ron, where could I get one of those shineys for myself? (the SCH40 thing) Must....... have...... If I can't afford one right now, could I use the small ball stake, or is the curve too drastic? EDIT: Wait,...

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Rainald, thanks for the bowling ball idea! Ron, thank you also for sharing that tip. What exactly is an 8" SCH 40 domed pipe? Alcyoneus, I see what you mean, that makes sense. Arched, but not "puffy". Won't that distort that shape of the panel though if the top is dished but the bottom isn't? Ok, sh...

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Ok, I will try that!! (the upside down dish). As for the pointed end, I learned real quick that having a glove on my hand was a pretty durn good thing to have. I don't usually like working with a glove on 'cause I can't "feel" the shape of the metal, but in this case I figured I can just feel it lat...

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Ok, this is gonna sound real stupid, but keep in mind that I am blonde. What is the difference between curving and dishing? I know they are different processes, but don't they give you the same basic shape? How do I "un dish" it and still keep the arc? How far up the panel do I have to "undish", or ...

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Hey guys, I need a little advice on fitting the panels to the bands. Here's where I am at so far (which is NOT far at all): [img]http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2004-6/747695/Spangen1.JPG[/img] [img]http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2004-6/747695/Spangen2.JPG[/img] [img]http://img.villagephotos.com/p/20...

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I don't know how people can protect themselves from this. I bet it takes alot of money and an attorney to correct these types of situations, and I know I don't have the money to protect myself if something like this should happen to me. Let's hope this isn't becoming a trend. As for the site that wa...

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Hello all, I just thought I would warn you about a suspicious maille vendor that has popped up lately. Here is their web address: m They seem to be using Forth Armoury's pictures as their own, and are claiming to be the first and only wedge riveted maille vendor. There is also another site (I will p...

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I got some steel sheet (stainless) from ACE Iron and Metal here in Columbus. It's a scrap yard, so you will have to dig around, and you may not always find what you are looking for, but it's pretty cheap. I can't remember the exact pricing, but you can call them for more info. Their number is 614-44...

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Whoa! Those look GREAT! Very nice job!!

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You are very welcome! THANK YOU for the paintball kit!!! He loved it! I am sure he will get some good use out of it, and now he doesn't have to borrow any gear from his friends.

Thanks so much, and it was a pleasure doing business with you!
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Ps. Good luck at the faire!

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Just FYI, if you ship them in a USPS Priority Mail Flat Rate box, you can send as many as you can get into the box (as long as the weight is under 70 pounds) to any of the 50 States for $7.50 US. Do you happen to have any pics of these with a ruler or something next to them to show size? I may be in...

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That sounds great! I wonder if those pics are on the net somewhere, because that's exactly the kind of thing I'm looking for. I will do a search and see what I can find on that.

Thanks again,
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Mike,
Yes, basically I am looking for extant pieces that I could re create. I would be interested in any extant garment pieces, especially pieces that are nearly intact so I can see how they were made. Any period is fine.

Thanks again,
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Jason,
That would be great, as long as it's not going to get you in trouble. I'm just looking for a little inspiration for some new maille pieces, so if you have the time and it's not going to cause you any problems, I would love to have them!

Thanks again,
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Thanks for that link. I guess that's the right place, but it doesn't have the pics that I remembered it having. The site has also been redesigned. It used to have a black background, and there were several maille pics on the site, if this is the site I was thinking of.

Thanks again,
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Hiya, I need some pictures of maille from museums (or private collections). Does anyone have any? I had some, but lost them when my PC crashed. I am particularly interested in mantles and standards, but would also like other examples as well. Also, does anyone know what happened to the Grimm Armoury...

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Engenulf,

Thank you for the link! I appreciate it!

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Ahhhhhhhhhhhh wait...I got it..never mind. Man, I AM blonde. 'Course they coulda said hold down the pointy toe then turn until the "x" point on the sole meets up with an "X" point on the paper. They should know that I get confused easily dangit.

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Ok, I got lost here: Now for the tricky part. Holding the point of the sole in position pivot the sole around until it touches point "x" on one side. Draw down the side of the sole. Repeat this process for the other side. You should now have something that looks like this. Fig 3. I am blonde and nee...

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Ron,
Thanks for the link. I actually already tried that one, and came up with something that looked like a slipper. How did you modify the upper to get it to look like that? (the shoes look great BTW!)

Thanks again!
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Thank you all so much for the info so far! It has given me lots to look over, and it's giving me an idea for what I'm in for. (Yikes!)

Thanks and keep the ideas coming (the simpler the better

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Timothy, Thanks for replying. I've done a few searches, and I did find some free patterns but the trouble I have is figuring out how to print them out to the right size. I will need 5 outfits, and would rather just buy the patterns in the right size to save time and aggravation (if I can afford it)....

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Hey all, Does anyone know of a place that sells Viking shoe patterns? I might need to make some in the future and I'm trying to gather some info. I would also be interested in patterns for Viking-ish pouches and bags (leather), simple Viking garb (for men, women, and children), and patterns for leat...

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I had the same problem with the lower blade. I sent it back to them and they put in a washer to fix it. They "assured" me that this problem had never occured before, as they had sold many of these and have never had any problems. Hmmm, maybe they had a bad production run?? I also found the owner's m...

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I would just like to "modify" that triangle a little bit. How 'bout changing "cheap" to inexpensive? My work is of decent enough quality I guess, and my prices are pretty reasonable, and I am fairly fast at getting the work completed....once I am able to start on it. That's the problem I have right ...

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Lloyd, I am some what torn here. If I bought it, it would be for display only, as I'm not in the SCA. I just can't get over how gorgeous it is! But, considering that buying it would be completely irresponsible of me, I don't know if I should. It's alot of money, money that would be FAR better spent ...

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Email sent regarding gambeson. I may also be interested in one of the books. I would like to know if you would be willing to sell the "shoes and patterns" book seperately, and if so what would be the cost.

Thanks,
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Thank you! I guess I didn't look very well. I didn't have much time. Sorry.

Thanks again!
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Ahhhhhh yessssssssss that's the one. Absolutley beautiful isn't it. Very smooth, nicely flowing lines - just phenominal.

I sent them an email, but I haven't heard back. I figured they get asked that all the time.

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Does anyone know how much this is being sold for?

Thanks,
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Ok, all 3 have been filled. All that remains is to "officially" assign them and notify the people. I want to thank all of you again for your patience and support. It means alot to me! I hope to have another queue opening in about 10 business days from Monday the 2nd. I will announce that opening as ...

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Although I haven't officially assigned the slots yet, 2 are gone. I will update this post sometime tomorrow..... I mean today cause today is tomorrow because it's no longer yesterday............

I gotta get some sleepy.........

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Notifications will probably be sent out tomorrow. I don't think you need to worry though, unless my email server is simply so overburdened that it has been unable to process the incoming emails. (Ok, I'm waking up from THAT dream land now). I will let you all know as soon as possible, but right now ...

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Mine says 12:14. Haven't gotten any. I'm gonna stay up for a while to see what happens, though.

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Grrrrr...need help w/spangen

Suspicious Maille vendor

Need pics of museum maille

Need info on purchasing Viking shoe patterns

Price on Maximillian Gorget (Age of Armour)