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Gerhard von Liebau

Hey folks, I'm interested in doing a 16th or possibly a 17th century Scottish outfit for Reniassance faires. I want to be as accurate as possible, but also work on a budget of several hundred dollars. I'd really like to use a Claymore, and I definitely want a kilt and knee-length leggings! But, I al...

Gerhard von Liebau

Hey James,

I talk to Matt daily (due to our Bronze Age activities) and he's low on custom craftsmen, at the moment! I have all of the links he's got, anyway. I got a hold of Parker Brown, though, so hopefully something will work out with him. I've always admired his work!

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

*Bump*

Gerhard von Liebau

I'm interested in getting quotes for a particular gladiator helmet... It will be in bronze, and can be made using modern methods of construction (i.e. Two halves for the top, etc.) as long as it looks original from the outside! This particular example has a hinged-visor on it, which opens down the m...

Gerhard von Liebau

SOLD to one of my friends! Thanks!

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

Justinian wrote:It's good to have friends!

-Justin

Indeed, and I'm always glad to be of assistance!

-Gregorius- (without a second 'o')

Gerhard von Liebau

That's awesome! Could you shoot me a quote for a similar piece in 18 ga. mild steel, Guillaume? Thanks!

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

Plasma cutters are way too much fun, and way too easy to use! My dad's owned one for some time, and has just about every other tool I could mess around with, too! I consider myself lucky:p

-Gregory-

(p.s. It's free of charge, as well.)

Gerhard von Liebau

*Bump!*

Gerhard von Liebau

Indeed, that'd be the one I'm after, Tim! I was actually going to purchase it from Von Sussen! My head is only 22.5" in circumference, so most Deepeeka helmets would probably fit me. If not, he has a 10 day return policy, even over Ebay. But, I've got an idea there are several other things I'll be p...

Gerhard von Liebau

Jehan,

PM me with what you've got in mind, I may well be interested, indeed!

Cheers!

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

This is my mid/late 14th century outfit. From Historic Enterprises, I've got on an undershirt, tunic, braies, chausses, garters, belt, pouch and hood. From Revival Leather, I've got 14th century boots. Cheers! -Gregory- [img]http://yoyofreak.net/forums/index.php?act=Attach&type=post&id=3870[/img]

Gerhard von Liebau

Hey folks, I collect Deepeeka items... Yeah, that sounds kinda' crazy, but, I do! I guess I like the bang for the buck of it all, since I'm only a teenager and have only limited funds, etc. So, I've got a few pieces I've been eyeing, but would like some accurate dates to go along with them! First is...

Gerhard von Liebau

It's a screw on.

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

Thanks Alcyoneus! Just did a search, and came up with several good images of them that you'd posted before. Many more were no longer available for viewing, though. I like the reproduction piece I posted, best. It has the right look, to me. Now, may I ask what kind of harnasses would be worn with thi...

Gerhard von Liebau

Hey guys, Found this picture of this helmet on the Hermann somethin'or'rather auction site... Really like it! Said it was Flemish and dated to about 1620. What kind of armor would be worn with it at that time? Does anyone have any other images of similar examples? I really like it! Cheers! -Gregory-...

Gerhard von Liebau

PM sent.

Gerhard von Liebau

Hey folks, I've got a Deepeeka Viking Sword with hilt and pommel based on the Hedeby find. The sword is rather hefty, but not too hard to wield. It's got a good blade, and it's dulled, as it comes from the factory. The paint on the one I bought was coming off, and was not a good job. So, I did my be...

Gerhard von Liebau

Hey Jamie,

Sending a PM your way.

Cheers!

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

I'm under the impression we've scared him away with all of the feel of negativity lots of his posts got...

Oh, well...

-Gregory-

(not just talking about this topic)

Gerhard von Liebau

Budobudo wrote:
Ivo wrote:Hello.

Do not ask where I nicked this picture, but if you fancy wings...

Nice. That one is very nice. what era is it from?

That is also an Italo-Attic helmet, much like the one I posted. It would date to somewhere around 300 BC, approximately.

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

Hal,

Mercury is the Roman name for the Greek God Hermes, who was the messenger of Zeus (or Jupiter, as the Romans would say!)

-Gregory-

(p.s. I mention this because Hermes was already acknowledged in the thread.)

Gerhard von Liebau

How much forming would be involved in them? Thanks.

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

Here's a Hellenistic example of an "Italo-Attic" helmet, simply meaning that it was a helmet of the Attic type found in Italy!

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

A jack is substantially thicker than your average gambeson (or aketon, if you're English!) They were usually made from about 20-30 layers of quilted linen, if I'm not mistaken. That'd be in comparison to aketons, which would usually have less than half that amount, and primarily be made for wearing ...

Gerhard von Liebau

Looks like a great job! Congrats to the lucky buyer.

-Gregory-

(p.s. Ryan, if he'd taken it for a test run, I'd hope the buyer got a warranty!)

Gerhard von Liebau

That almost looks like an original. Is that the actual armor, or will you be making it custom for the buyer?

Also, where are you located?

Cheers!

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

I have a soft spot for shields, and must say I can't wait to see that one finished! The knife is totally awesome, and very cute, in its own deadly way... The helmet looks interesting, but I cannot recognize a single inspiration, either. Was there one? Cheers, and keep up the good work, as always! -G...

Gerhard von Liebau

Yikes... That's insane! She's sooo lucky! I had to get my dad into this stuff, and he barely helps me at that! He likes looking at it, at least.

Lucky, lucky, lucky!

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

I love material...

But I have to say I am not familiar with the terms "fulled" or "nap" when pertaining to this subject! Could you enlighten me, sir?

Thanks.

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

Is this still available?

60 inches x 62 inches Black Cashmere & Wool Blend, unwashed

[img]http://home.armourarchive.org/members/flonzy/images/4sale/Fabric/full/BlackWool.jpg[/img]

If so, I'd like to buy it!

Thanks!

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

Fluffy... Like, if you've handled Historic Enterprises wool items, such as their caps or chausses. That type of fluffy. Rough, rather. I bought some wool (about the only stuff available at the local fabric store) but it was thin and smooth/soft, like most material. Not what I'm looking for. Thanks! ...

Gerhard von Liebau

Yeah, what I'm looking for has to be all bronze, and they kinda' have to have a less than modern feel to them...

I could have custom cast stud made for you but the cost would be fearsome for pieces---at least $3 apiece.

Even when I'd be getting almost 250 of them! Ouch, indeed...

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

Title says all... It's for making a pair of winter socks to go with a Bronze Age kit I'm doing...

Thanks!

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

Hey guys, I've got a couple of commissions from Dan for a leather helmet base and a cuirass setup for a Bronze Age impression I'm doing. I'm going to put bronze studs into the armor, and will probably need 200 or so of them. I know I want the heads to be about 3/4" in diameter, and I'd like them to ...

16th century Scotsman help!

Quote Wanted on Gladiator Helmet!

Deepeeka Products: Dates Needed! (3rd-5th century)

"Savoyard Helmet" Origins?

FS: Deepeeka Viking Sword, great price!

WANTED: Two yards of fluffy, black wool!

WANTED: Custom Bronze Studs with .75" & 1.25"&