The Armour Archive

Gerhard von Liebau

There are a couple of under-cover armorers here in the valley, it seems... One sets up at most of the local Reniassance faires, and seems to do some good work. He's based out of Tulare, as Justin said. I still can't remember his name. Lol, Justin... Remember when we signed up for his forging class? ...

Gerhard von Liebau

How much would it be shipped to California? My friend Justin needs one, so I'd be gettin' a hold of it for him. He's a member here, and might even bump in here once he sees this!

Also, what payment method would you want?

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

I'm ordering a custom one from someone who replied privately. But, for $20, I'd definitely be interested in an extra! What all needs mending on it, and how thick is it?

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

Justin, I'd suggest lacing the whole thing. I can get a hold of some nice, sturdy string for you next time we run up to Fresno. Actually, I said you should come along, so, we should do that... The rivets look very odd, from any historic pattern. Also, you should in fact place the plates on the INSID...

Gerhard von Liebau

Anyone..?

Gerhard von Liebau

Wow! ML, I know lots of people were critics of your antics (trolling?) around here about cheap armor and stuff when you came, me included. It seems as though you've really done your homework and chosen some top-notch workers to get your outfit going! Glad to hear it! Can't wait too see it all, eithe...

Gerhard von Liebau

Hey folks, I'm in the market for a WHITE gambeson to go with my SCA gear. I'd like it to be at least 8 layers of linen or so, enough to serve as some good padding! If someone would like to make it, that'd be fine... It can be hand-sewn or machine-sewn. I'd like one with vertical stitching down the b...

Gerhard von Liebau

That was my general idea, Alaric. I am not tryin' to throw this guy's business out of the window, or say that he should stop armoring. His work appeals to enough people to keep him doing what he's doing, and that's fine. But, it is my strong opinion that Albion swords, because of their reputation, s...

Gerhard von Liebau

Well, a "petition" was the wrong way to put it. I suppose I was tryin' to say that an orgnized support for Albion to look for a better armorer to support their quality business would be a more appropriate way to put it. I don't mean this to put down Mercenary's Tailor for what they are. Their armor ...

Gerhard von Liebau

Considering that the folks over at Albion are truly sword-types, maybe we should put together a petition and an explanation for them showing how this armor is not up to par with Albion's usual standards, which I know most consider to be excellent...

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

Okay, considering my advanced knowledge of the mass-production armor and weapon industry (lol) I'll butt in. This is the same Mercenary Tailor who provides munition-grade armor to Albion and who has been for years. Here's the link to their products on Albion's site... m The look is obviously rough (...

Gerhard von Liebau

That armor is very impressive! I don't think the suit would take so much time the second time around, considering their "450 hours" probably includes molding all of the original casts, etc... The helmet would be hundreds of US dollars on it's own, so it must be considered in the Buy-it-Now price! Ve...

Gerhard von Liebau

I've considered doing it, but then I realized that the only guy who isn't four times as big as me is Sabotai!

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

You're all losers... I still haven't hurt myself bad at all while working with this kinda' stuff! Ha, ha, ha!

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

Well, I have good news, and bad news. I'll start with the bad: I'm going to have to stall out on the continuation of my SCA harnass for several months, due to my needing to spend more money on different things. Good news..! I LOVE the set, Dan! Also, I'll purchase my Aketon before I "halt" the proje...

Gerhard von Liebau

Awesome lookin', Dan! Can't wait to see those painted! Eamonn, I'm afraid that due to a recent automobile addiction, I may not be able to buy my mail, aketon or the remainder of the armor for some time... But, I'll display it all with my current butted-mail shirt, anyway! Cheers! -Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

Awesome, awesome, just flippin' awesome! Can't wait to see the rebraces, which are probably my favorite pieces, to tell the truth!

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

I'll take one... I'd kick myself in the pants for not doing so! The chance, however slight, to get that, is well worth $10.

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

And I was thinkin' that it couldn't get much better...

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

Superb! Wonderful! Beaaaaaaautious!

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

I've actually been working in a packing house during my summer's for the last three years (this being the fourth). That, coupled with holiday cash and work for my dad has put me at earning about $5,000 in the past three or four years, most of which has been dedicated to this hobby! I don't think I c...

Gerhard von Liebau

Looking at this set, and imagining the rebraces and vambraces more and more... I can't help but think that Dan helped me pick the perfect effigy to model my cuir bouilli after! I'd like to express my appreciation for his efforts, which have helped me to get a substantial part of my required SCA armo...

Gerhard von Liebau

Hey! I wrote four of those. Razz Four that I'd suggest everyone stay away from... Just kidding! I only jest because it seems many of your reviews get comments almost repremanding you because of your in-depth research on armor! But, that's the way I like it..! I actually need to pick them all up, an...

Gerhard von Liebau

Trev', I'm hoping to work in some besagews with the kit. Perhaps I could have embossed lion-heads on those..? I'm going to be wearing a haubergeon, rather than the long-sleeved hauberk shown on the effigy. So, elbow-besagews would have to be attached to my couters, if I wished to have them. But I co...

Gerhard von Liebau

Wow! I'd have to say that you outdid yourself on those, Uilleag! They look splendid! Now, are you planning on making most of the rest (if not all of) the harnass to go with this fine pair?

It'd be very neat to see, in my opinion!

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

I think keeping this place cleaner would have a good effect on the forum, and possibly radiate a sense of more business-like mannerisms in posters on other parts of the boards. Heavier moderation of this forum could get it to a point where it would rival Arador in the percent of informative and cons...

Gerhard von Liebau

If you don't know how to make it, just pay someone to do it! That's what I did! Lookin' good, Dan! Very sharp, indeed. I'm glad we decided on the green and the additional yellow for the flower's centers! It definitely adds a lot too the pieces! Have you started work on the vambrace tooling-patterns ...

Gerhard von Liebau

Wow, sir, wow! The knotwork on those suckers are superb! I really enjoy the coloring, and the overall simplicity, which can within itself be so much more intricate than at first glance.

Bravo, with those!

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

Dave, I said $600, because if I were to piece it out, I could easily make just about that much on Ebay. I'm just not to the point where I'm willing to take the time to do that yet. For example, I could easily get around $75 for the B-wing with a good description and pictures, because it's in excelle...

Gerhard von Liebau

Hey guys, I used to collect Star Wars action figures as a kid. I have about 150 loose figures, many missing accessories. They date back to '77, and go to Episode I. About half are from the original trilogy releases, and the other half from the mid-90's. I have lots of vehicles, also in varying condi...

Gerhard von Liebau

Makes me wish I had a lady...

I recently found a girl I'm interested in who attends school with me, and she even likes weapons, armor and anime TV/film! IF I were to show her this, I'm 100% positive she'd do one of two things:

A) Laugh.
B) Call me a pervert.

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

I don't have an opinion, but I must interject and say that Mr. Roboto (and most other Styx tunes) is an awesome song! Even to a kid like myself!

(EDIT: I take that back. How about Takin' Care of Business, by BTO?)

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

Awesome. That'll look spectacular!

-Gregory-

Gerhard von Liebau

Wow, Uilleag! The design on the rebraces is great! I like it lots! Out of interest, do you think there would be much mixing of colors, such as the possibility of green or yellow? Would they possibly have the paints to make the plant-like designs seem more life-like. Thinking about it, I think it mig...

Gerhard von Liebau

Oh! That's probably the most intriguing bracer I've ever seen! The vines are a nice touch! Seems some of your clients have some tastes in common!

What's the paint-scheme on this piece going to be like?

-Gregory-

WTB: White, linen gambeson for 40" chest size

Anyone want Star Wars toys?