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sarnac

YAY!

sarnac

Hi Chef.... I think we are agreeing here.....there is always a first time http://www.armourarchive.org/ubb/wink.gif I was merely sayng that I do not agree with the validity of the test until they can simulate the movement that would have occurred on a real MAA on a real field instead of propping a b...

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One other issue that was not taken into account was the fact that the shape of the armour was specificaly made to encourage glancing. Though I believe that archers were more effective on the field that Chef does, albeit a much earlier period (ex. Battle of Leignitz), I fail to see how shooting an ar...

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I have always used a 5 gallon bucket and silica sand. Put some silica sand in the bucket with the chainmaille and seal the top. ....then roll it around for a while.

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Bascot... His reply follows... "Your Higness, Thank you for bringing this to my attention. And feel free to post the following for me: and correct my spelling I have no recollection of this man or this incident!!! From the description, it probably happened about 10 - 11 years ago. There have been on...

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can we not do this again... there are some chinese weapons that are called short spears that are double ended and used one handed.....that is not a madu though. Other than that I have never seen documentation for a madu and I have looked....trust me....(see Cheval...I looked, I tried, but at the end...

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Try Red Falcon Armoury

I have two of theirs and they are pretty damn good...

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someone hit this guy with the "clue by four"

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For those that are wondering.... I deleted my posts to Bascot because they were posted while I was somewhat angry and I refuse to let my temper overrule my sensibilities. I apoligize to you Bascot.... For my words, and for your experience which you say changed you. I cannot, through words, change yo...

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Chef- I, too, look forward to reading your posts on the authenticity side.....your insights and information somtimes border on the downright amazing.....I only wish you could do it without the SCA bashing that normally follows... I know we have butted heads lately, but I really respect what you, and...

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did these pics ever get posted??

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I looked at the pics of Bicoline on your site..

it looks fun.

Can you give me some details?
When? Where?
Is that a LARP group or is it similar to SCA combat?

sarnac

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Vitus: Diolun- Answering your question from the other thread- no, I never would have guessed it was you. The only consolation that I have in the phrase "We crossed blades a ...

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Torvold....sorry boss...count me out on the Brass....real life and Xmas bills has tapped me out right now.

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I agree

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Chef... As I said in all of my post ... I AGREE WITH YOUR POINTS... ok every one? however...I have now seen the way the peers work from the inside and it has changed my outlook. All I am saying is that while your ideas have a great deal of merit, and your personal honour is not in question, you have...

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I already said that I agree with his points....but I only see it as talk until you come and walk in their shoes.... as for fixing things......you do not know me at all if you think that I will not "rock the boat". If doing what I feel is right, keeps me from the Order of Chivalry.......so be it. I w...

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my point is that he can espouse all the virtues he wants but in my eyes its all bravado until he steps into the shoes of one of our Peers and walks the tightrope that can be the SCA political landscape. I for one have had a RUDE awakening as to what a barren landscape that can be as Prince. I will N...

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other than the fact that its a spun top helm (I dont like 'em) it seems like a damn good deal..to get someone on the field in short order. And its stainless which means low maintenance

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The only commentary I have is this... I am not a Knight of the SCA...however... I try to better myself and inspire those in my charge to the same. I try to actively persue the values I espouse and I am doing so from INSIDE the Society. I for one think it laughable that someone who uses every chance ...

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me too...

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There was some deliberation about a Knight who was on death row..... and while he was not someone to emulate....the BoD decided that because his transgressions took place in the "mundane world" that they had no grounds to remove his awards or station.... Same as the titles bestowed in the SCA are no...

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Cheval- I gotta disagree about the offensive capabilities of the A frame stance. I use a modified A frame and I am a sniper but will jump in your boots as quick as can be if I can get inside. I rarely throw wraps unless they rush me. Mostly its the offside head or flat snap to the right leg or insid...

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I saw this on another list and I thought it would apply well here... What does the SCA re-create??? We re-create (or attempt to) the spirit and flavor of a society based on the precondition that it consists of "personas" who *might* have existed In (according to the Corpora) "pre-seventeenth century...

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check Westlig St. Jerne...I think they do a Fencing helm...

www.armourworks.com

yep....just checked the link....go to the Westlig site... and click on helmets....all the way at the bottom

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Oh c'mon!!!
There is nothing like groovin' to the Specials, Fishbone....or in the newer vein...Real Big Fish... on a Saturday night...

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T-Bob, Whom ever said that to that fine an obviously talented gentleman should be publicy humiliated and asked to never again have contact with humans again... As far as the whole belt thing goes... I too would be amazed with the fine skill and talent of said individual but I would also wonder whom ...

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I broke two bones in my foot and kept on fighting...does that count??

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Murdock.... That actually is the point... The "gods" as you call them had to start somewhere. They werent born with a Ducal coronet and a white belt...they got there with dedication and years of sacrifice and training....all of which you ...or any other "average guy" can do if you have some natual t...

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But unfortunately nowhere close to realistic at all.. Arrows could penetrate plate easily with the right points on them. Crossbows as well... and Steve.. I am not missing his point at all. I am trying to point out that the armour standard gives us all a even point to start from, and regardless of ho...

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Murdock wrote- "Harness weight does not matter to the gods of rattan but to the mere mortals out there playing in the mud it _can_ make or break the fight, not that it always does." Then I say to you....go out and fight some of the "gods". search them out and learn from them. I truly beleive that a ...

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Are there any descriptions or examples of a pommel strike, with a two handed sword, to the face in any of the fechtbuchs or period sword manuals???

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<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Originally posted by Egfroth: But surely that was the point. Those with more money spent it on armour that would protect them better. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Sorry...that is not the game w...

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WHAT!?!?!?

Bedlam......you are surely going to damage your rep. ; )

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Thats not your room .....it's mine!

examples of a period techniqe needed...