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by Vermillion
Thu Jan 07, 2010 7:09 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Baltimore SCA
Replies: 31
Views: 662

My statement "no better than" would probably have been better stated "no different than" Maryland. There was no intention to imply "worth". I live and work with people with both northern and southern attitudes and upbringings every day of my life. Only that areas once c...
by Vermillion
Thu Jan 07, 2010 5:51 pm
Forum: Historical Research
Topic: New Thesis Source
Replies: 9
Views: 305

Very neat. In about 30 seconds of searching I found.... The English style : armour design in England, 1400-1500 Author Capwell, Tobias Emanuel. Note that this thesis is not yet available for immediate download. Estimated digitisation and delivery time is currently 30 days. m and The Effectiveness of...
by Vermillion
Thu Jan 07, 2010 5:03 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Rough from the hammer conical
Replies: 24
Views: 1355

I've never bought the conical, but I have bought the normal SS helm halves, and the SS two piece breast and back set.

Obviously there is a lot of work finishing the items, but I was very satisfied and it saved me a lot of time.
by Vermillion
Thu Jan 07, 2010 4:58 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: FS: Starter Helm
Replies: 71
Views: 3133

Offer on Spaulders sent by PM
by Vermillion
Thu Jan 07, 2010 4:32 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Recent Ebay Find #2 Stainless Welded Mail (large pics)
Replies: 5
Views: 350

Recent Ebay Find #2 Stainless Welded Mail (large pics)

I've been looking to add "voiders" to my 15th century arming garment. While admitedly it is not historically accurate, I've been considering stainless steel welded mail. Light weight, strength, and its low maintenance are a big plus for me. Yes its stainless, but the rest of the armor (whi...
by Vermillion
Thu Jan 07, 2010 4:12 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Recent Ebay Find #1 Easy Armour Stand (large pics)
Replies: 1
Views: 197

Recent Ebay Find #1 Easy Armour Stand (large pics)

Like many of you, I've been trying to find a way to store my armour, that doesn't include an old duffel bag in the back of my car. So I started to look around for an armour stand. Sure, you can order very nice hand made historic models. But the cost and the production time/ time to delivery can be v...
by Vermillion
Thu Jan 07, 2010 2:43 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Baltimore SCA
Replies: 31
Views: 662

Glaukos, If you disagree with the historical aspect or geographical aspect of what I posted fine. State so, and why you disagree. I'm pretty sure what I posted was historically correct. But I am willing to discuss it. If you believe that the general culture of the state of MD (or Northern VA)is &quo...
by Vermillion
Wed Jan 06, 2010 5:21 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Baltimore SCA
Replies: 31
Views: 662

And to think that MD was historically a "Southern" state. For those who doubt, consider where the Mason Dixon line is. During the Civil War, Lincoln had to station large numbers of Federal troops too keep the state from sucession, which would have made DC untenable as a capitol. Now MD is ...
by Vermillion
Wed Jan 06, 2010 3:49 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: Problem with spaulders
Replies: 9
Views: 431

While its not historic, if your using them for SCA events and such, you can use nylon web strapping available at most fabric stores, instead of leather. I prefer 1" or 1.5" wide black strap. Its very tough, doesnt' rot, invisible to the eye (being on the inside of the armor) and collapses ...
by Vermillion
Wed Jan 06, 2010 3:31 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Who sells brayettes?
Replies: 23
Views: 477

Aaron, I've been looking to make voiders (both arms and legs) for my 15th century plate kit (also in SS), so I've been looking arond. Where did you get your skirt? I've found these places handy. m and m I've also very rarely found used examples of Davis & Whiting welded industrial SS mail around...
by Vermillion
Wed Jan 06, 2010 2:36 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: WTB Armet w/wrapper
Replies: 26
Views: 998

These lances hit A LOT harder than IJA style 3' balsa tip lances and there are a great many more unhorsings due to this (funny thing, a great number of unhorsings occur when a lance does not break, building up a huge amount of potential energy that is transferred back into the knight that is using ...
by Vermillion
Wed Jan 06, 2010 10:59 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Stakes for Sale OR TRADE, 4" and 7" Mushrooms
Replies: 9
Views: 581

Pitbull,

I was looking thru the classified section, and I saw where you were selling mushroom stakes. The pictures were not opening for me. Are they still for sale? If so, how much? And are pics available?

Thanks

Verm
by Vermillion
Thu Dec 31, 2009 6:29 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Sir Olafs first fight
Replies: 6
Views: 555

Glad to hear your doing good Olaf ! Did you wear any kind of brace? I can run, but about 20 yards and it starts to hurt good and I stop. I have tried to do as much activity as possible, but I have a desk job, am 30 lbs overweight, and I just turned 41. Plus I'm a type I Diabetic which slows healing ...
by Vermillion
Thu Dec 31, 2009 2:00 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Sir Olafs first fight
Replies: 6
Views: 555

congratulations Olaf ! may I ask how it went? I came back from a ten year lay off to authorize and fight last spring at Blackstone Raids. After 8 minutes or so into the first bridge battle, I had someone fall into my right knee and I went down screaming like a little girl. They had to carry me off t...
by Vermillion
Tue Dec 29, 2009 7:09 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: AUCTION - Bellows front, Visored Sallet **CLOSED**
Replies: 52
Views: 2137

My condolences Seawolf. I've never been a police officer, but I spent 6 years in the military, and I have had many friends that were officers. I can't imagine how difficult that must be. I was just wanting to make sure my phone had not screwed things up and you were waiting on me. My apologies.
by Vermillion
Tue Dec 29, 2009 11:04 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: AUCTION - Bellows front, Visored Sallet **CLOSED**
Replies: 52
Views: 2137

Seawolf,

I sent you the info by PM a couple of days ago from my smartphone. I just wanted to make sure you got it, since I have not heard back from you.

I understand its a busy time of year, just wanted to make sure you have what you need.
by Vermillion
Fri Dec 25, 2009 1:51 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: AUCTION - Bellows front, Visored Sallet **CLOSED**
Replies: 52
Views: 2137

Thanks Seawolf! I will take good care of it :-)

Send me your paypal account, and how much shipping is, I'll pay you immediately.

Thanks! And have a Merry Christmas!
by Vermillion
Tue Dec 22, 2009 8:31 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: AUCTION - Bellows front, Visored Sallet **CLOSED**
Replies: 52
Views: 2137

No problem. I stand by my bid.
by Vermillion
Mon Dec 21, 2009 8:47 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: AUCTION - Bellows front, Visored Sallet **CLOSED**
Replies: 52
Views: 2137

I will take ING off the hook, and bid $425
by Vermillion
Fri May 01, 2009 1:35 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: cleaning/ detoxing the inside of your helmet question
Replies: 20
Views: 395

I like period fabric liners myself, but if you want foam....

Windrose also sells a high density black foam that makes a very nice liner. Its not cheap, but sucks up energy very well.
by Vermillion
Tue Apr 28, 2009 6:53 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Blackstone Raids 2009
Replies: 96
Views: 2846

Thanks for the well wishes guys, both the ones here, and the private ones. I'll post some pics of my knee soon. A truely impressive battle wound I do want to say that I am not blaming anyone for any wrong doing in my knee injury. Just bad luck. I was in the front of the shield wall, someone on my ow...
by Vermillion
Mon Apr 27, 2009 8:21 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Blackstone Raids 2009
Replies: 96
Views: 2846

It was a beautiful day, wonderful fighting.... right up until that second when a large body fell on me in the first Bridge battle, and I blew my knee out. Two probable torn knee ligaments according to the emergency room, but I won't know for sure until I see the ortho doc in a week when the swelling...
by Vermillion
Mon Apr 20, 2009 8:14 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: New LARP helm
Replies: 25
Views: 1142

Doug,

It turned out very nice ! :) You were much more pessimisstic at 2:00Am when the die filler broke :P

Now if my Cuirass turns out as well I'll be happy.
by Vermillion
Mon Apr 20, 2009 4:21 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Blackstone Raids 2009
Replies: 96
Views: 2846

It looks like the weather is going to be beautiful. Friday thru Sunday is suppose to be 80 degrees with Sunny Skies. I'm going to try and bring a small shelter and a few modern camp chairs to rest out of the sun. Please stop by and say "Hello !" I've been out of the Society for a long time...
by Vermillion
Wed Apr 15, 2009 3:59 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Blackstone Raids 2009
Replies: 96
Views: 2846

Duke Logan,

I can assure you that you will not be disappointed ! :)

Great site, large melee battles, and friendly people.

I'm hoping for great weather. Its been rather rainy here the last two weeks.
by Vermillion
Tue Apr 14, 2009 8:28 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Blackstone Raids 2009
Replies: 96
Views: 2846

I'm sorry for your loss Vitus :( Its never easy to lose a family memeber. I lost my father back in October.

I'll hit TWO people for each of them !
by Vermillion
Tue Apr 14, 2009 8:17 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Need to slow down motor on a die filer?
Replies: 15
Views: 253

Clang, Have you tried one of these? Harbor Freight has them for $20 (Cross Lanes store does not have them, you must mail order) Router Speed Control m Plug your router into the control unit and you instantly have a variable-speed tool Works with any universal AC/DC brush type motor, 15 amps and unde...
by Vermillion
Mon Apr 13, 2009 7:50 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Blackstone Raids 2009
Replies: 96
Views: 2846

*Punt!* 10 days to go. Struggling to get a set of workable armor together so I can re authorize and fight. Looking like a set of gauntlets is going to be the sticking point. Hopefully someone will feel sorry for me and at least loan me a set to authorize. Looks like its going to be a huge event, and...
by Vermillion
Wed Apr 08, 2009 8:16 pm
Forum: Historical Research
Topic: Historicaly BAD show...
Replies: 23
Views: 1349

I did like the weapons testing on the ballistic gel and bone dummies, and the sides of beef. Otherwise the show was pure trash. But they did get one thing very right.... The helm actually worked, and it was a cheap Indian knockoff at that. It was so funny when that one guy broke his "war club&q...
by Vermillion
Wed Apr 08, 2009 8:07 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Murphy's Laws of Armouring?
Replies: 24
Views: 682

That piece of metal couldn't possibly be hot because it is not glowing..... Oh @!%!^@&#@%
by Vermillion
Wed Apr 08, 2009 8:01 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Pitbull Interview in People Magazine
Replies: 11
Views: 658

Nice :)
by Vermillion
Wed Apr 01, 2009 7:17 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Armour, Priced to sell
Replies: 49
Views: 2446

Could you please update as too what is sold and what is still for sale?

Its rather confusing from the thread :)

I could be interested in some of the pieces depending on sizes
by Vermillion
Fri Mar 27, 2009 5:01 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: CLANG review
Replies: 6
Views: 435

So you've been to his shop too? ;)

Clang is such a nice guy, he's almost too nice.... helping out a poor skilless sap like me sometimes.
by Vermillion
Fri Mar 27, 2009 4:56 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Decorative rivets
Replies: 9
Views: 453

I've talked to him about those rivets, and I'm considering ordering some for the lining band on the Italian Sallet I'm going to build. He said that the destruction rate is about 1 in 10 after you get use to peening them, and its somewhat higher in the learning phase. At least that was my understandi...
by Vermillion
Tue Mar 24, 2009 9:49 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Cuirass New Pics and Thank yous to all the pros out there.
Replies: 35
Views: 1670

Halberd,

Where did you get your lead/tin dish?

I cheated on the breastplate I'm working on for myself right now.... I bought one of Cet's rough from the forge models and doing the finishing work myself.

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