The Armour Archive

Benedek

I've almost got me new kit combat ready, still waiting on a few things, but I've got enough to get me on the field quickly if I can find a kidney belt in the next couple of weeks. I've got the parts to one ready to assemble but not much free time and I'd have to dig 'em out from my storage unit. Doe...

Benedek

I need pallet banding...grrrr.....the local Homie Despot hasn't been able to get me any. I've asked....and asked.....even told them I would come in and collect it when the truck comes in......so such call has been made to me. Maybe I'll try one of the other locally owned lumber stores. Back to the O...

Benedek

Gregory J. Liebau wrote:

I just have to make another smart ass comment.

IT'S THE EASTER BUNNY!

Oh, what timing...

-Gregory

OF DOOM!!!

Benedek

I myself am finishing up my greatsword (still trying to find a crossguard that I like/can live with). I'm fairly proficient with a bastard sword, well I was when I was fighting regularly. I'm looking forward to actually fighting int he battles with my greatsword, hope to catch many of you there and ...

Benedek

It's rather funny - A couple of years ago Josh and I would be chatting and he'd try so hard to deter me from my path into the 14th century at every turn. Now, between seeing so damn many 14th century kits on the Archive and words such as his own, I was recently determine to avoid it at all costs wh...

Benedek

Can't wait to see this in person at lilies.

Benedek

Traitor.....lynch him.

It looks pretty spiff. Now you've just got to learn how to fight again...hahahaha :p

Benedek

Raulin Arbor wrote:Can't wait to get mine.

I can ensure you it will be worth the wait.

Benedek

Michael of England wrote:Damn!

They look pretty sweet, how were they for value for money?

Fantastic, being stainless steel with brass accents and stainless maille hinges I would say the value for the amount of money was leaning very much in my favor.

Benedek

A+ plus quality, timing was right on, It was less than 6 weeks even though they were shipped from over sea's. These Bazuband's are stainless and brass with stainless maille hinges. Exactly what I wanted to go with my new Ottoman kit. http://hphotos-snc3.fbcdn.net/hs433.snc3/24937_1346824825317_10721...

Benedek

So my new helm from Jackie came in Saturday, I cannot begin to tell you how pleased I am. I sent him 3 pics of extant pieces that I like just a few things I wanted and let his talent work. I'm very very pleased. I've not padded it yet but so far it's a perfect fit, the opening is just big enough to ...

Benedek

I may be interested, would like to see if other folks would like to go in on a bulk order maybe. One question though, are they ready to wear? It looks like they may need an insole to cover up some of the unfinished edges on the inside. As they are now they look like they may be a bit uncomfortable w...

Benedek

If I recall correctly those very arms are owned by Josh W here on the archive. I've handled them in person, very....very....very good quality. Brian Brown is fantastic on all levels. Now to address the OP, in order to get the elbow re-enforce correct, the armourer would probably need the couter/elbo...

Benedek

Josh W made one from a rather large street sign. Not nearly as nice as the windrose ones but it certainly is effective.

Maybe we can talk him into posting some pics of his.

Benedek

Vladimir wrote:True, but I did say "for your group".

Perhaps I should drop the word system.

Oh, I've edited the list as well.

You did say for 'your group' but then proceeded to talk about a portrayal instead of combat rules.

Maybe I'm just confused...meh...

Benedek

I hate to pick apart someones points without offering something in return, but I have to say about half of your stipulations have nothing to do with combat per se. Just the quality or portrayal.

I would love to see many of those same things but they don't have much to do with combat.

Benedek

It looks fairly similar with the exception that the Geteld then appears to have a center ridge support unlike the French Bell that has 2 central poles and no support beam.

Benedek

The best music for that scene. Very well done to your son.

Benedek

I'm excited to hear about this. I've heard rumors from various people and I've know of some folks, 'crossing the borders' to do these things. I can't wait to get into this no matter what form it is in. It's a start that I am happy to see. Once my new kit gets here it appears the only thing I will be...

Benedek

Just wanted to pop in on this, I received the gambeson/caftan today, it's a used product but in good condition and still very usable.

Great price for something that happens to fit me so well.

Thanks Paul

Benton

Benedek

Benedek

I've seen it done a few times, I am about to start the process myself shortly.

I haven't decided if I'll build a steam box or just let it soak overnight, which one seems to work better?

Benedek

Saw these on Facebook, I'm still in awe at these pics.

Well done, consider me a jealous man.

Benedek

Having owned one from Brand, who is a shameful terrible example of a man, I can tell you that they concept is great. Brand did not size mine correctly to fit me without three layers of padding but it was still great. As such I have ordered one from Shamrock and must tell you that he does amazing th...

Benedek

Awesome work from both of you.

This should do the job of stepping up your kit.

Well done.

Benedek

Pics would help a lot. I think you could get some great advice from those who have used these patterns if you were to post some.

Benedek

I have been doing some looking, I cannot find anything on whether or not the Low Pro's on greatswords are allowed in Calontir. I'm starting to build by great sword now, anyone have any insight on this for Calontir?

Benedek

I do not know if he has any solid/riveted maille but I got one helluva deal on my blackened flat ring riveted shirt.

E-mail(le) him and see if he has anything not listed on his site, that's what I did.

Benedek

I've got a guy in my group with a beautiful barbute. He's an SCA fighter who loves the helmet, but doesn't have the desire to wear any of the plate armor that I'd normally associate with that particular style of helmet. Does anyone have images of soldiers in something cloth or leather based that I ...

Benedek

Uummmmmm........wow, fantastic, spectacular, I dunno the words to describe that.

Well done.

Benedek

Norman, as I understand it (never used finger gaunts myself) most people only use the bucklers on 2 handed weapons, and use the gaunts without the bucklers for one handed weapon that are less prone to taking whacks to the fingers such as greatsword, spear, etc.

Benedek

Wonder if they'd let us Calontirii hold a crown tourney there?

I will surely make the trip as soon as it's available.

Awesome.

Benedek

I made it to the gun show yesterday, I'm going to have to pass on this fantastic weapon.

I picked up my shotgun. Rem 870 Express Mag.

That kind of blew my budget. Sorry to keep you on the line like that.

Thanks
Benton

Benedek

Depending on how quick you need them, you should try armstreet. He's having a sale on his now. m I've ordered a pair with just a few mods and was still reasonable. I'd be leery of the construction. The lames appear to be riveted to strips of leather, which is less secure than metal-to-metal articul...

I need a kidney belt on the quick....!!!!

Jolly Knight.........a review.

Mad Skillz (Jackie @ Shamrock)

Re: Working with the barbute