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Otto von Teich

Wow, great finds! In remarkable condition to boot!

Otto von Teich

Italian C.1400 , sabatons,cased greaves,cuisses,breastplate,basinet,spaulders,arm harness and gauntlets 40 lbs, for the plate, with hauberk 61 lbs.( All Hedgecock, except for gauntlets made by Jiri Klepac) If I wear the MacPhearson greathelm with coif instead of the basinet it adds another lb. And t...

Otto von Teich

Hey Corey, would you like me to send you some pics and prices?

Otto von Teich

I've said it before, but I'll say it again. Incredible work Chris!

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Looks like fun!

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Thats a sweet harness! Never saw it before. Thanks!

Otto von Teich

I made some for Hedgecock to use, I dont remember that much about it, but YES use jelly and saran wrap on your legs! The only problem I had was the casts were slightly damaged in shipping. Thinking back on it, I should have filled the thin molds with plaster and sent the actual cast of my legs inste...

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I think a sword could pierce armour, but it would have to be a good sword with a strong arm behind it and really crappy thin armour. And the crappy armour would probably still save your life. Its hard to cut steel, even with steel.

Otto von Teich

I hadnt had that much fun since I went to Wades last year. The only other time I had that much fun was 31 years ago at the Harding museum. Mr. LeTiger (sp?) also let me play with things. The wife and I got a private tour from 9am-about 6pm. The time flew by, We didnt stop for lunch, when I realized ...

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Thats very true. You can stun a guy with a sword if you hit him hard enough in the head, you can also stab through the chinks. But the other weapons were much more effective against plate.

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Going out on a limb here, but I believe they were used in battle by some. It would have been a good way to identify people in a crowd when you couldnt see the device on their shields. I think the Germans used them more often in this fashion. They really love flashy stuff, think red aircraft in the 1...

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Heres my story, when I started in the SCA, as a much younger man, (early thirties) I was told to use full force, hit as hard as I could and swing through the target. I was cracking shields, tearing up armour and hitting people to hard causing bad bruises, I think I fractured a guys rib once. Some sa...

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Thats my ugly mug to the left of Tom! That was a nice hat!

Otto von Teich

Seems it would be easiest, and less paypal fees to just send it to jess. IE, paypal would take a cut from the 500 sent to murdock, and another cut from jess's 500 sent by murdock. Why send funds twice when once would do the trick?

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Yes, any two part epoxie should do the trick. It comes in tubes, squeeze out small equal amounts of each onto a peice of paper or tin foil, mix and stir with a toothpick until well blended, and apply. Also agree with K the red, the slower drying, the better!

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I had a GREAT time. I learned alot. I had to leave last night, and I hated to go as I was having such a good time. I havnt had that much fun since I went to Wades house last year! It was Great seeing those from last year and meeting the new guys. The " special guest star" was quite the unexpected tr...

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Wings are smoking... bringing about 60 tomorrow!

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Swete wrote:Somehow, that string of broken English makes that a very powerful quote. ^u^

Agreed! Well done guys! I'd say You made a great impression!

Otto von Teich

While casualties may seem high, considering the ROE and the number of participants, its really not that bad. An occasional severed finger seems par for the course. No one was killed I take it? Any eye injuries? Dang, I wish I was younger..Looks like the difference between SCA and BOTN is like the di...

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Heck of a deal, a well shaped sallet! I like the lines and details.

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After getting hot and tired, I like something light and cool. Cold meat or kippers, cheese, bread, fruits, salads ect. Fairly small amounts, esp. if I would be fighting later in the afternoon. Oh yea, and a beer! A cold beer brings one around and renews strength!

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Excellent idea!

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Whats really an eye opener, is that 100 years ago, this was considered to be one of the finest ( nearly homogenous) Gothic Armours in existance. LOL..

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If he doesnt, I dont mind sitting in the corner.

As long as I dont have to wear the pointy hat! I draw the line at that! Ok...ok, I'll wear the pointy hat if I must.

Otto von Teich

EVERY TIME you lose consciousness from a blow to the head, GO TO THE HOSPITAL. Mike, (RN) I shoulda gone at least three times LOL.. "Affective results of concussion include crankiness, loss of interest in favorite activities or items," I've lost interest in things I really loved to do. Up till now,...

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Good memory Wade! They look like your A-24, in fact one of mines marked with the number 186 in the same place yours is marked, with the same paint! LOL. I bet from the same collection originaly. The other is unmarked, but the same design, a little more flamboyant "wing" part on the lower side of the...

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I actually have a couple of pieces I may offer up for sale. No brainer authentic. Two russet finished mid 16th cent floating elbow cops "almost" forming a pair and an early 16th cent outer half of a lower vambrace with some fluting, replaced spring pin and rivits.

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WOW! Welcome aboard! Very nice work!

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Nevermind, checked your site, looks like Paypal is good!

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Forgot to ask, Can you take paypal? I'd like to see more pics as well.

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Those are to nice to sell for 20 quid, I'll go to 25! To nice to sell for 25. I'm sure I'll get outbid! Hmm, that almost rhymes.

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Dayum! That mannequin is a hottie!

I should be embarassed to say that I guess...but Dayum..

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About $32.00 . 1 pound =about $1.60 US. Nice arms! Heck, I'm broke, but tempted.

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Wow, didnt even realize such things existed..Cool...You can see where the ankleguard had a liner stiched in. I bet the foot covers did as well.

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Looks good Kenwrec, Your getting better and better. Room for improvement? Yes indeed. Still very nice work.

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