The Armour Archive

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I am curious why there is a strip of maille sewn on top of the cloth between the back of the hand and the wrist. Did Japanese armour historically articulate on maille? It gives a nice effect, and they look amazing.

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Just to be clear, is the teardrop Cet is talking about different than the one for sale, or is it the same one (aka. both have sold?)

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Just to let you know, even though he has passed away, Duke Gryth Oldcastle was the man (legend?) who formed the school of Oldcastle fighting.

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I am still trying to figure out why the title reads 1100s, and the OP says 1200/1250.

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Thanks for those references. The reason why I care, is purely unrelated to its use in SCA ( I m a g i n e T h a t). It was actually based on the start of this thread, and wanting to learn more about the argueable effectiveness of plate against arrows/bolts, be they shot from different bows/crossbows...

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I kind of agree with Vebrand and Sir Finn (mostly because I am around the same time-period). If we want to hav 14th century stuff, then start a 14th century group, or rewrite Copora. Otherwise, lets stay with what we have. The only problem I have with the Manessa Codex picture Sir Rhys posted, is th...

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I received the pack yesterday night, and it was truly in amazing condition. Looks like it was taken out of the box, used on maybe one or two hikes, and then left in an attic. Great price, speedy packaging. Price: 10 Shipping: 10 (since I ordered USPS, and it accidentally went out UPS, free of charge...

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I have a Viking (not from Panther) and it is the easiest tent I have ever set up. We put ours up at Pennsic for the first event (once up in my parents backyard to make sure the poles would hold), and it literally went up in 5 minutes, from unrolling the canvas, to the tarp floor staked down. I dont ...

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Speaking of which, getting this thread back on target, I am interested in the post that claimed he had read things stating that archery was effective at hurting peeople wearing plate. Please elaborate.

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Just to let you know, if you dont get a hit, it is because the Original Post was over 5 years ago.

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The creator that made the original plates? Like several hundred years ago? Or are you talking reproducing modern lamellar?

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That must just be an Eastern thing. Here in Meridies, anything that is List legal works for YC, with the addition of the line "A 9year old neck probably will strain itself with a 12ga helm, so adjust the weight accordingly.

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If you look REEAALL close at his Post Subject line:, it says Dont Order from HHPerkins. Took me a minute to figure out who he was talking about as well.

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Sir Rhys, what I was getting at was that volleys of arrows being fired would help to create the effect of covering up, along with the psychological effect of "Oh sh*t, I am getting shot at by lots of guys!" and would influence the fighting to a degree, simply by the need to keep in mind the volleys....

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The top is a spangenhelm, but they look like they put a lifting visor on it that was set just a bit farther away to accomodate their glasses. I havent seen any of the armourers on here making something like that, specifically.

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While ignoring for a second the targeting issues, I think Alfred of Carlyle might be on to something. By forcing the archers to shoot within a limited area, it kind of forces them to volley. Historically, we can all agree that a group of archers is probably a lot more accurate than a lone archer sne...

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Wow, I was the only one to answer you. That is really strange, unless they just forgot about this.

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Yeah but yoru doesnt have the right last letter.

Consider this a bump for your business.

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For scale armour? I would use canvas, or a thin lightweight garment leather. Nothing over about 6 oz, unless you want it to be able to stand on its own. Or are you talking about arm and leg defenses? For scale armour, I would check out Brettun's Leather Village, a Tandy Store, or a Leather Factory. ...

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Speaking of which, I need to bring my camera to the next event/FP I am going to, so I can get you those pictures.

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Hey Jetien, just wondering when the pack shipped out. Thanks.

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Sir Thomas has come up wiht a great idea (I think he made this before he became a Peer). Five Yards of silk, Four of which make up the tails. It is called an oriflamme (?) and managed to slip through pretty much all of the rules resrictions/changes. Just add 20 ft pole. He has his arms on the first ...

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Now that this thread has gone far afield of its OP, (which I would like to thank Sir Rhys for starting, and educating all of us in the HISTORICAL ACCURACY of archery, aside from its use in the SCA), I am going to chime in. Jonathan, I would suggest you take a step back, and just let yourself calm do...

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Now, that is a Real Shield! He just needs to switch over, and get some maille ...

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No offense meant by this post. I am not interested in buying one, as I, or someone I know, could make me one, for less than what you are selling. I could see people buying full suit bags, as those are more intensive to make, and insure they will hold up. I wouldnt be interested, as my helm is the on...

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That looks about right. I have been looking around for people who are willing to go bigger than 24"x36" (I have a 24"x42" wooden one). May I ask how much it cost?

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Hey Vermin, I do fight heavy. Just FYI. I just feel that they also have a right to play. Any further answers, feel free to PM me. I feel like I have derailed this thread enough, and I apologize.

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My strapped heater weighs more than that. Most of the centergrips I have held have been in the 7-10# range, but some have been up to what you have. Just looking at the picture, is there no boss over the grip? I think I see the wall in both pictures (and it took me a second to figure out how you got ...

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If they are the same hardness as roofing nails, just pound on them. I never manage to get that mice mushroom effect, but ignore the tap, tap, tap when riveting with copper ones, and just whack it good a couple of times in the center. Works just fine for me.

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The other reason I like duct/strapping/fibre tape, is that there is nothing that can be at all sharp near your hand. Have helped several people out with this trick, and only one of them decided to go back. It is so easy to replace, and holds for such a long time, why bother using anything else?

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That looks amazing! What are the dimensions of that, Sir? (from an envious 12th century guy)

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I am also going to stop. I have a bad habit of taking stuff personally, and know several CA that are perfectly nice people. Sorry for derailing the thread, but I started readind stuff I felt I had to respond to. InsaneIrish, I apologize. I know that what people write on forums isnt all that they hav...

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That was also the most fun melee I have had (mostly because my side looked like me!) You see, if you would have come, and allied like the two true centuries (11th and 12th), we rolled everyone before taking on the 14th. Actually, that was how I decided who I was fighting for at Pennsic (When I decid...

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Edited the quotes slightly, because sometimes grammer irrates me. So, you are damning all CA because of the actions of a few? By that reasoning, you shouldnt be fighting heavy, because people Rhino "even though I hear MANY fighters say they shouldnt. I would seriously rethink your reasons. Rules vio...

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I wouldnt go so far as to say a different activity. Think of it as a limitation to a heavy scenario. The only weaopon that can be used must be a arrow or bolt. (Dont shoot me for blasphemey for my next statement. They are in no way similar, and just serve to make a point.) Certain 14th century grand...