The Armour Archive

Benedek

So here is the soft kit that I just got in. I really had none to speak of before. The hat without the turban. http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs505.ash1/29879_1413164763774_1072171342_1216343_3474815_n.jpg With the over Caftan (ignore the stoned look my roomate snapped the pic mid blink....

Benedek

Chivalry is an ideal and it doesn't matter if you are talking; Medieval, Victorian, Modern, or SCA concepts shooting someone from afar has never been considered a chivalrous mode of engagement. It's foolish to argue that it is. So what about those whose persona is not of the ideal medieval European...

Benedek

I find it funny that because someone is a member of "chivalry" in the SCA they believe they know more about chivalry than someone who is not. SCA Chivalry (good, bad or indifferent) is not the same as what the definition of Chivalry is. That definition is also very subjective. Those in the...

Benedek

Rana wrote:
chef de chambre wrote:I'm in the middle of reading 'Islamic Arms and Armour', which is quite fascinating. Mostly, for the era of inquiry, there is art to go by.

Pricey book there!

One that I wish I could afford.

Benedek

Valstarr Hawkwind wrote:For once, something I don't need in SCA XL size!

Who has them for sale currently, and how much? Accept USPS money order?

Val

I need one as well, would love to get it by the last Thursday of Lilies.

Benedek

You guys take things far to personally and then decide to throw personal insults in return. I forgive you. I've done it too. I always do think it's funny that people get all hurt and insulted that I want people to do things in a more chivalric manner and in a way that is more fun for the entire gro...

Benedek

Does not mean i and other like me will stop opposing it, or that we will stop hoping that people will put down these unchivalrous tools of murder and assassination and join the rest of us in heroic melee combat. Like 4 on one combat, death from behind and dead on the ground? . oh snap! Don't you ha...

Benedek

I'm sure I can talk a few people into being my auth partner. I've been fighting Josh W for going on 10 years now, and a few others from the local area that have been at my authorizations before. Just a note. you can NOT fight someone you have fought before as your authorization for any system. Good...

Benedek

Diglach mac Cein wrote:historicity -

When something is really, really funny ONLY after a lot of time has passed, then it has historocity.
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Benedek

Fantastic guys, thanks. I know I'm very capable and safe, I've fought with a fair number of folks in Calontir, just been irregular. I've authed with S&S at least 3 times and Bastard Sword 3 times as well. Life just kept getting in the way of actually getting involved more. I don't think I'll hav...

Benedek

Nope. I was raised in the environment. I know what's up. I know the changes that have occured and I find it unfortunate for what was always supposed to be a polite society where kids had a place where they could learn to be something better than what todays modern society lays out for them. There w...

Benedek

I'm looking forward to making it to Lilies this year but I also just realized, I'm not authorized to fight......I've been authorized in the past multiple times, just always had a problem with paperwork getting lost (my fault on most of them) and just life getting in the way in general. Been fighting...

Benedek

Sounds cool but hanging out under an English banner is bound to give me a rash. If it helps at all the banner represents the true king of France as well. It sounds like this AA gathering has potential to turn into a "Combat of the thirsty" Respectfully tongue-in-cheek, Thomas This is my f...

Benedek

Let me get to my hard drive and I'll get you a ton of pics of this style of armour.

I will try here shortly.

Benedek

Wow, nice helm.

I'll be looking for it all Lilies.

Benedek

You need to find yourself a better model.

Benedek

Bleddyn De Caldicot wrote:I'll try and remember to wear my felt cap that night, have the hammer and anvil pilgrims badge (the armour archive logo) on it.

I remember the AA badges from before, is there a way to get one for myself? I dunno if I can figure out a way to make one before then.

Benedek

Tasha, wait 'til you see his civilian kit... I can't even wait for it, It should all be here before the second weekend of Lilies, I'll have to unveil it there. I've just really got to come up with some kind of footwear, anything has to be better than those tennis shoes. I may just have to try and m...

Benedek

I've got a set of gaunts that are too small for me, they may work for you with or without some minor alterations. I'll take some measurements and see where they are at. They do have a larger cuff on them, they are of milanese design, I'd be willing to let them go at a decent price if they will work ...

Benedek

Keep up the good work. Do you think you'll cover your shoes with leather or will you opt for a period style? I've got a few period styles of footwear I'm looking at, just have to find the room in my budget for them. Till then I've got a pair of hiking boots that look much less offensive than those ...

Benedek

So I love seeing other folks before and afters. I thought I'd start up with my own. The before, I'm on the right in the burgandy brigandine. Most of this kit was either borrowed, or more than 10 years old. http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v134/251/13/17004514/n17004514_34425557_4899.jpg ht...

Benedek

that's amazing.

Well done.

Benedek

TallTom wrote:The only night I'm guaranteed to be there will be the first Saturday (June 12th).

I do look forward to meeting as many folks as possible.

Respectfully in service,
Thomas

We shall have to introduce ourselves. Now just to figure out how to go about it.

Benedek

It's been a while since I've been to the Lilies site, and well I think I killed the braincells of how it is set up. Where will the gathering be? It looks like I will be there for the 1st Saturday of Lilies as well, then back again on Thursday. I'd like to be able to meet as many AA'ers as possible a...

Benedek

Maille.....Maille....and more Maille.

Benedek

Ezarc wrote:
GodfreyofYork wrote:#14- something asian? looks like a sock fro underneath a robe..............*snip*

Thinking that #14 looks a bit like Persian/Turkish boots or perhaps mongol.

Boy do I hope so.

Benedek

I'll have to swing by and ogle some of your wares.

Benedek

Dibs on ring hilted sword pending pics.

Benedek

Sooooooo....am I seeing some 15th century Ottoman Turk hardware in my future? wink wink.....nod nod.

very spiff.

Benedek

Mughal or Ottoman style maille and plates. Armour doesn't get any more awesome than that, especially on maminals.

Benedek

Still needs a little more work, I need to tweak my stainless bazubands and finish tailoring my maille so I can wear it. Somehow I've got to get me a decent pair of period boots. But it's much better than it used to be. http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs552.snc3/30229_1405378289117_107217...

Benedek

I've got another video up for my quest. This is Baron Wulfrick of Vatavia shot at the Tournament of the Horse and Falcon. I've been having trouble with my editing software and the video quality isn't as good as the other videos. I hope to replace this one soon with a better vid. http://www.youtube....

Benedek

Ask Rod Walker about his, I can't seem to find the thread right now, but I know he built his own ridge helm that looked great.

Benedek

Is that our own Baron Alejandro in the background in the first pic?

Looks as if the dragon/wyvern is about to spew fire upon him. haha

Benedek

Unless you want to resell it... and that helmet would be harder to unload than a bascinet, that's for sure. And the maker would have the same problem trying to recover on the investment that you would. Maybe I am missing something. If someone buys a custom helm, and it doesn't fit, then why is it t...

Re: WTB: AA Belt Favor

My very own before and after thread.