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by sha-ul
Mon Feb 01, 2010 8:38 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: essentials for setting up a camp, for beginners
Replies: 66
Views: 2110

Quickie reply, more when I get home. as for using 2 tents, the older 2 kids are 7&5 the younger 2 are 2&3, probably not ready to be in their own tents. vehicles, Crew cab 1ton, dodge grand caravan, subaru legacy outback. Time& money? BIG variables. Your excellency Erik, camping near frie...
by sha-ul
Mon Feb 01, 2010 8:34 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: New dagger
Replies: 9
Views: 427

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by sha-ul
Mon Feb 01, 2010 9:31 am
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: essentials for setting up a camp, for beginners
Replies: 66
Views: 2110

That is why I was looking at that conical, it is based upon the Scandinavian Lavvu
Plus for the 16C there seems to be good evidence for the conical style
by sha-ul
Mon Feb 01, 2010 9:20 am
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: essentials for setting up a camp, for beginners
Replies: 66
Views: 2110

Shaul, If you can afford it, get one of these: m Snug with such a big family, but it should work. You can partition the tent to create private spaces. One of the best I have seen is owned by Baron Donal McRuisseart here in the AA, he has a very nice family setup (and a nice family, though his kids ...
by sha-ul
Mon Feb 01, 2010 9:20 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: I used to have:____, now I have a ____
Replies: 36
Views: 1285

raito wrote:I used to have time, now I have a baby.



Ain't dat da troof :shock:
by sha-ul
Sun Jan 31, 2010 1:49 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: essentials for setting up a camp, for beginners
Replies: 66
Views: 2110

Very good write up Atli, Thank you.
by sha-ul
Sun Jan 31, 2010 1:07 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: essentials for setting up a camp, for beginners
Replies: 66
Views: 2110

btw this is the tent I have been eyeballing. contingent upon tax return. link http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s294/russell_smith93/forum%20source%20pics/756b2065622eefd5a134ec66555bf9da.jpg as I have been told that for the 16C conical is the way to go, plus living in the nations wind tunnel it sh...
by sha-ul
Sun Jan 31, 2010 12:33 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: Cover Thy Self? NM Found it
Replies: 12
Views: 540

:mrgreen:
by sha-ul
Sun Jan 31, 2010 12:30 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: stake construction
Replies: 28
Views: 751

Halberds wrote:I think you win on the 2" dia. steel bar bent into a usable armouring anvil shape tool.
I can not believe how big your fricking stake is.

I have stake envy. :oops:



More power ar ar ar (Tim Taylor)
by sha-ul
Sun Jan 31, 2010 11:20 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: I used to have:____, now I have a ____
Replies: 36
Views: 1285

Domnall wrote:I used to have this as an anvil. Now I have a crater were my shop was and the ATF eating cookies in my exwifes kitchen.




bwahahahahahahahaha
by sha-ul
Sun Jan 31, 2010 12:22 am
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: essentials for setting up a camp, for beginners
Replies: 66
Views: 2110

Derian le Breton wrote:Get or make a fly for extra shade/cover. Get or make some appropriate furniture. Get or make some appropriate cooking implements.


this is the object of the exercise :wink:
by sha-ul
Sun Jan 31, 2010 12:11 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: stake construction
Replies: 28
Views: 751

That is a big ball valve core. I would think one that large would need powered mechanical assist to actuate. Largest I had to use under extreme steam pressure and temperature was a 2". The high temperature Teflon seals caused quite a lot of friction. However... a length of pipe as a cheater ba...
by sha-ul
Sun Jan 31, 2010 12:10 am
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: Cover Thy Self? NM Found it
Replies: 12
Views: 540

Re: Cover Thy Self? NM Found it

I can't for the life of me find this article on the AA with the search function. I was wondering if someone would point me to it. I'd like to link it to the Girl's Club. At one point I saved it as a document but I wouldn't upload it or something without permission to share. Edit- Found it. so post ...
by sha-ul
Sat Jan 30, 2010 11:01 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: essentials for setting up a camp, for beginners
Replies: 66
Views: 2110

I should also mention I have 4 kids the oldest will be 8 feb 8 & the youngest is 2
by sha-ul
Sat Jan 30, 2010 9:46 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Kirby Wise Bearded Axe.
Replies: 14
Views: 2213

michael ahrens wrote:Some new pictures taken today.



http://s939.photobucket.com/albums/ad23 ... ded%20Axe/


Mike

http://i939.photobucket.com/albums/ad23 ... Axe001.jpg

http://i939.photobucket.com/albums/ad23 ... Axe002.jpg

http://i939.photobucket.com/albums/ad23 ... Axe003.jpg

http://i939.photobucket.com/albums/ad23 ... Axe004.jpg

http://i939.photobucket.com/albums/ad23 ... Axe005.jpg
by sha-ul
Sat Jan 30, 2010 9:28 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: essentials for setting up a camp, for beginners
Replies: 66
Views: 2110

My target period is 16thC
But I was also looking at this as a thread for newbs, a where to start guide as it were
by sha-ul
Sat Jan 30, 2010 9:21 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: essentials for setting up a camp, for beginners
Replies: 66
Views: 2110

Do you have access to tools or any wood working ability? Canvas bags to cover your cooler or like Brent suggested throw a wool blanket over stuff. Not great but better than exposed modern stuff. Uric I have some hand tools, a band saw, drills, access to a table& chop saw. nail guns& such. w...
by sha-ul
Sat Jan 30, 2010 8:06 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: essentials for setting up a camp, for beginners
Replies: 66
Views: 2110

essentials for setting up a camp, for beginners

I have been playing in the Sca as well as possible under considerable financial& time constraints, but we make it to one or 2 events a year. I would like to have something more of a period-ish encampment. If finances permit this year I hope to get a largish round conical canvas tent over the lan...
by sha-ul
Sat Jan 30, 2010 3:31 pm
Forum: Historical Research
Topic: looking for pic info (Shot in the dark)
Replies: 9
Views: 317

Re: looking for pic info (Shot in the dark)

Hi Would anyone have any information on this pic? Its a random pic off the net (yes i hijacked it). Mainly i need the when and where. http://i635.photobucket.com/albums/uu79/fungiforge/misc/dragoncandle.jpg Thanks Clay I went to m & searched, m it came up with one match m not much info, still l...
by sha-ul
Sat Jan 30, 2010 3:12 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: I dont care if you are female(at least not for training)
Replies: 148
Views: 4723

Re: I

I was just talking to my girlfriend about this last night about theatrical sword fighting. I told her that I wouldn't fight her because I don't want to hurt her or even her hurt me. When fighting with weapons the other person would just feel horrible about hurting the woman. It SCA on the other han...
by sha-ul
Sat Jan 30, 2010 2:17 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Afraid of clowns?
Replies: 43
Views: 2013

In following Calontiri tradition, is there a place for a squeaky hamster?
by sha-ul
Sat Jan 30, 2010 1:56 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Calontir's 53rd Crown list.
Replies: 35
Views: 1262

Thrbjorn has uploaded several here.

http://www.youtube.com/user/ThorbjornHrafnasson
by sha-ul
Sat Jan 30, 2010 1:45 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Calontir's 53rd Crown list.
Replies: 35
Views: 1262

Jean Paul de Sens wrote:So, uh, still no video of this one?

JP

My wife uploaded some to facebook, but I'll be damned iffin I can find it. :?
by sha-ul
Sat Jan 30, 2010 12:07 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: ConBEASTador! B&W Morion Auction.
Replies: 27
Views: 1168

I would be much more easily tempted after tax time. :wink:
Until then groceries first
by sha-ul
Sat Jan 30, 2010 11:53 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Free booklet: Arms and Armour of the Conquistador 1492-1600
Replies: 3
Views: 196

Re: Free booklet: Arms and Armour of the Conquistador 1492-1

A catalogue of arms and armor from the exhibit, First Encounters: Spanish Explorations of the Caribbean and United States, 1492-1570 Text by Walter J. Karcheski, Jr. Higgins Armory Museum Introduction by Susan Milbrath Florida Museum of Natural History A black and white staple bound book. 14 pages....
by sha-ul
Fri Jan 29, 2010 11:20 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: ConBEASTador! B&W Morion Auction.
Replies: 27
Views: 1168

Nice work!


Are yous trying to tempt me?
by sha-ul
Fri Jan 29, 2010 10:38 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: How do you wear your elbow cops?
Replies: 15
Views: 482

Lucian Ro wrote:
Leo Medii wrote:Over a maille sleeve.


Don't make me hate you any more than I already do, Sir Knight. :wink:

I don't own maille.



Yet.


http://store.fastcommerce.com/icefalcon ... 3d1-p.html

IceFalcon.com wrote:Your Total Price$310.00


you can get started on the look fairly cheap :wink:
by sha-ul
Fri Jan 29, 2010 10:23 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: what kind of stake do I need for greaves?
Replies: 10
Views: 420

The stake is 2" solid round stock, with the shank being 1-1/2 solid square. http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s294/russell_smith93/forum%20source%20pics/100_1982.jpg http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s294/russell_smith93/forum%20source%20pics/100_1985.jpg http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s2...
by sha-ul
Fri Jan 29, 2010 8:26 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: what kind of stake do I need for greaves?
Replies: 10
Views: 420

close to it, I had the welder cranked way up& that puppy got HOT :twisted:














edit to fix spelling
by sha-ul
Fri Jan 29, 2010 8:01 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: what kind of stake do I need for greaves?
Replies: 10
Views: 420

Re: what kind of stake do I need for greaves?

What is it called? A saddle stake? Dog-leg stake? Where can I get one? How much does it cost? How soon can I have it? I have this one http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s294/russell_smith93/forum%20source%20pics/100_2046.jpg you are more than welcome to use it. It would give you a reason to escape ...
by sha-ul
Fri Jan 29, 2010 12:15 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: For Sale: Mac Bible helm WMA made
Replies: 12
Views: 954

Leo Medii wrote:Need barn. Bump.

Iffin you were closer, a weekend,& some brew could get you quite a bit of help.
by sha-ul
Thu Jan 28, 2010 11:59 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Best sheaths
Replies: 29
Views: 864

Lucius Marius Scaevola wrote:From the same site:Image

Now I know where everyone has been getting their Pennsic gear from.
by sha-ul
Thu Jan 28, 2010 11:52 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Archiver in the News in Japan - Urban warfare medieval style
Replies: 4
Views: 461

huzzah!!!!
by sha-ul
Thu Jan 28, 2010 11:36 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: 1320s martial surcotte - what I've been exploring
Replies: 14
Views: 453

Lucian Ro wrote:
Tasha K wrote:As Lucian so quaintly put it the other day, "Business in the front, party in the rear!" :D


We really do need a "whistling innocently" icon, JT.


Image
by sha-ul
Thu Jan 28, 2010 10:21 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Horse Armour
Replies: 2
Views: 280

Re: Horse Armour

Donal Mac Ruiseart wrote:.
Interesting horse armour here.


Um, did you not realize this was made by our own knitbee.
kewl ain't it :wink: If I had $800 to play with....

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