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by sha-ul
Wed Jul 21, 2010 10:02 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: FS : Spun Tops
Replies: 43
Views: 1671

Seriously, it would not take too much work to make these tops loosely resemble the pots pictured in here, without the pesky leaks

http://forums.armourarchive.org/phpBB2/ ... 40#1737540
by sha-ul
Wed Jul 21, 2010 9:45 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: WTS/WTT Paul Chen/Hanwei Cut and Thrust Sword
Replies: 15
Views: 457

Paul, where did you buy this piece?
by sha-ul
Wed Jul 21, 2010 9:23 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: (Lightly) used Icefalcon haubergeon - SOLD AND SHIPPED.
Replies: 20
Views: 1647

pics might help :wink:
by sha-ul
Wed Jul 21, 2010 11:55 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Gorgets meets dresses and heels..
Replies: 17
Views: 1506

If you had attached the photos to the post, the attachments were deleted, check your pics :wink:
by sha-ul
Tue Jul 20, 2010 10:48 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: FS : Spun Tops
Replies: 43
Views: 1671

attach some swivel rings on 2 sides or make a bail that could be supported by a tripod& you have a fine start for some cooking utensils :wink:
by sha-ul
Tue Jul 20, 2010 10:38 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: For DIYers blackened flat ring wedge riveted maille fabric
Replies: 20
Views: 1280

And the latest fashion trend for this winter.... Maille scarves, not as warm as you might think, but will protect you from those pesky sparkling Vampires :twisted:
by sha-ul
Tue Jul 20, 2010 3:53 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: WTS/WTT Paul Chen/Hanwei Cut and Thrust Sword
Replies: 15
Views: 457

does the bruise I got at your fighter practice count as proof of purchase? :P
by sha-ul
Tue Jul 20, 2010 1:12 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: WTS/WTT Paul Chen/Hanwei Cut and Thrust Sword
Replies: 15
Views: 457

Guys...I am sorry for the mix-up here. I edited the post day before yesterday to reflect that the sword has been sold. There must have been a hiccup in the server. Sorry, but it has been sold. Sha-ul, I am not sure if this is based on an existing piece or if it is just made in the style. well, sinc...
by sha-ul
Tue Jul 20, 2010 12:24 am
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: Non-Laurels Only! Please post your work!
Replies: 609
Views: 39216

Donngal suggested I post something on another thread, but I'll put it here. This is my second pair of shoes. My first pair suffered from inexperience and bad material. This pair is based on a Viking pattern and some decoration style I saw on some Finnish shoes. These are all hand sewn. http://www.g...
by sha-ul
Tue Jul 20, 2010 12:06 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: WTS/WTT Paul Chen/Hanwei Cut and Thrust Sword
Replies: 15
Views: 457

Paul, what can you tell me about the provenance of this piece?
by sha-ul
Sun Jul 18, 2010 11:54 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: 16th century arms...
Replies: 15
Views: 769

this thread needs more love :twisted: :twisted:

Al at Mercinaries taylor makes some, Knitbee made some spectacular ones a while back, I would be interested in seeing pics of some others work in comparison.
by sha-ul
Sun Jul 18, 2010 11:02 pm
Forum: Historical Research
Topic: When did this happen?
Replies: 10
Views: 783

Some early swords with complex guards in the Istanbul Military museum: m http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2173/2099541292_379a900e01.jpg m http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2032/2099540572_1108cba229.jpg m http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2170/2098757141_0d0f37d14e.jpg Unfortunately they're only dated by ...
by sha-ul
Sun Jul 18, 2010 10:33 pm
Forum: Historical Research
Topic: Columbia, MO University of MO exibit Akelo
Replies: 1
Views: 76

look interesting if you are in the neighborhood :wink:
by sha-ul
Fri Jul 09, 2010 9:36 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: Pennsic House
Replies: 228
Views: 24568

we need someone to shoot a video of you setting out your getup followed by the tour :wink:
by sha-ul
Fri Jul 09, 2010 12:08 am
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: Lavvu
Replies: 18
Views: 624

I just got back from Battlemoor Crusades where my 25+ year old sibley tent (connical, single pole) weathered 60mph wind gusts with no issues. It is a scaled down one only about 13' in diameter but had plenty of room in it for me, my bed, a chair and several chests. (currently we are down to less th...
by sha-ul
Thu Jul 08, 2010 3:44 pm
Forum: Historical Research
Topic: Pattern for a segmented Norse Cauldron
Replies: 51
Views: 989

Halvgrimr and sha-ul anytime either of ou want to come play in the shop your more than welcome. I will have to take you up on that offer some time Yeah, me too! Soon as I get my fighting rig all finished I plan to start working on my camp:) you& me both... plus I have to outfit a small hoard, o...
by sha-ul
Thu Jul 08, 2010 2:15 pm
Forum: Historical Research
Topic: Pattern for a segmented Norse Cauldron
Replies: 51
Views: 989

fungi forge wrote:Halvgrimr and sha-ul anytime either of ou want to come play in the shop your more than welcome.


I will have to take you up on that offer some time :wink:
by sha-ul
Thu Jul 08, 2010 2:13 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: WTS Westland XXL black arming jacket (SOLD)
Replies: 9
Views: 450

got any pictures?

very interested.
by sha-ul
Wed Jul 07, 2010 1:24 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: calontir summer crown
Replies: 37
Views: 1241

Re: Calontir Crown

Syr Anton wrote:This should be fun
:lol:


:cue evil laugh: :twisted: :twisted:
by sha-ul
Mon Jul 05, 2010 6:15 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: SCA Sculpture Face Sallet
Replies: 7
Views: 681

nice
by sha-ul
Fri Jul 02, 2010 1:35 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Taking Commissions
Replies: 30
Views: 719

losthelm wrote::roll:
I think Matt needs to force JT to add a sarcasm emoticon.


you can find some here: clickey
by sha-ul
Fri Jul 02, 2010 12:55 pm
Forum: Historical Research
Topic: Pattern for a segmented Norse Cauldron
Replies: 51
Views: 989

Halv, just a random thought here, but have you considered getting with Jamie@ polarbearforge to produce& sell pre-cut kits for these?
set the price of the kits high enough to cover the process, & include a royalty for your work :idea: :wink:
by sha-ul
Fri Jul 02, 2010 8:29 am
Forum: Historical Research
Topic: Pattern for a segmented Norse Cauldron
Replies: 51
Views: 989

I would be excited to see what you& clay (fungiforge) could put together :wink:


btw where do I send the bribe for a copy of the plans?
by sha-ul
Thu Jul 01, 2010 10:32 pm
Forum: Historical Research
Topic: Pattern for a segmented Norse Cauldron
Replies: 51
Views: 989

Halvgrimr, did you do much hot work when fitting the panels together? do the panel edges taper, or is there a square edge? do we know if any sort o solder would be period? like a strip of tin, or brass to help fill in any surface irregularities?
by sha-ul
Thu Jul 01, 2010 10:18 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: engraving by hand... how?
Replies: 15
Views: 548

if nobody else has suggested it, check out this book [url]http://www.amazon.com/Techniques-Medieval-Armour-Reproduction-Renaissance/dp/1581605366/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1278040504&sr=8-1]TOMAR[/url] it is the go to reference around here for the aspiring armourer, it also explains...
by sha-ul
Thu Jul 01, 2010 9:37 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Fast attack armor.
Replies: 40
Views: 2009

have you considered a waistcoat cuirass?
by sha-ul
Thu Jul 01, 2010 12:57 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Wholesale Order from Westland--Cheap Garb Shoes
Replies: 191
Views: 8024

Mine as well. Been wearing them most of the day. Very comfortable, great fit, excellent color, solid quality. Also was suprised by the sole thickness, but they wear great, and once scuffed a little, and damp, give plenty of traction. Recieved mine today. they don't fit. were the too big, or too sma...
by sha-ul
Wed Jun 30, 2010 10:34 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: Pennsic House
Replies: 228
Views: 24568

Chris, do you have any idea how much is invested in this project in time& materials? or are you afraid to do the math :shock:
by sha-ul
Tue Jun 29, 2010 12:39 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Show us your best lookng SCA weapons
Replies: 689
Views: 67589

Blackoak wrote:
Vladimir wrote:I've also heard a marshal tell someone that thrusting tips HAD to be red.


Some kingdoms require it. I believe Ansteorra requires all tips red.

Uric


You are correct, I had to look it up a few years back.
by sha-ul
Tue Jun 29, 2010 12:31 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Angry
Replies: 53
Views: 2343

ARMOURER ERIC wrote:This has been a problem for 2.5 years and this problem has been documented by many other sellers on Power Sellers United's website.


is it time to start hammering the FTC& other regulatory agencies?
by sha-ul
Sat Jun 26, 2010 1:13 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Coat of Plates- What's the best fabric?
Replies: 10
Views: 490

heavy canvas is a good place to start, if you can afford it, find some hemp canvas of a heavy OZ weight. Take an awl to carefully make the holes& spread the fibers without cutting them.
by sha-ul
Fri Jun 25, 2010 12:39 am
Forum: Historical Research
Topic: Sleeping in armour?
Replies: 24
Views: 1066

i dont know about primary source accounts, but i can tell you i had do do it more then once in iraq. and i know lots of others that had to also. so it may not be in a book but im sure they had to do it back then too. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Primary source account, there ya go, first han...
by sha-ul
Wed Jun 23, 2010 9:32 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: Our lastest Living History event (plus armour porn!)
Replies: 32
Views: 1430

Could you post more details/pics of the house? I'd really love to make something like that... The 2 members who spearheaded the house project have been claiming that they are going to be doing a "how to" web page... I'll bust their balls for ya to hurry them up. Cheers, David Tell em to g...
by sha-ul
Tue Jun 22, 2010 11:45 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: Need source for kids garb...
Replies: 14
Views: 264

It seems it would be a good idea to have a kid garb swap online. I've heard of them happening at events. Saves even more money -- no shipping, and you can actually see whether the clothes will fit your child. There was a child's garb swap on the calender for Lilies, too bad for us it was the first ...
by sha-ul
Tue Jun 22, 2010 11:44 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: White Arming Cote Blowout!
Replies: 14
Views: 823

what size cote would a guy with a 49" chest need to order?

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