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Glaukos the Athenian

Ok. SO you invented the assembly line in the Middle Ages. And I guess you can get your plate armor in any color, as long as it is metallic silvery? Padding So what is the brand of the padding you want me to get? Or the thickness? I'll go an buy a set of THOSE, but I wonder if the gain of having all-...

Glaukos the Athenian

That makes sense! Then to fulfill each order whoeve is in charge of that particular order makes a little "shopping list" and then picks up the items from the tubs. Not bad considering you are making items some 500 years earlier than Henry Ford.... Questions on sizing (sorry): I measured re...

Glaukos the Athenian

So it was!

Thanks!!

Rowan

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I believe this is who you are looking for. He also frequents these boards.

Glaukos the Athenian

Hello, I was looking for the term "gothic half gauntlets" in Yahoo under Images (the second page of the search0, and I saw a VERY nice set that would suit me greatly for the time being, but the website appears to be down. The image is accompanied by this caption: gothichalfgaunt...05.jpg 6...

Glaukos the Athenian

Benedek, You may try to discuss with him a different way to attach the grille, like a top hinge besides the back strap. The problem as I see it, is that there aren't many early or "archer's" sallets out there that are made for SCA combat. Most out there are 18 gauge (ouch!) and made for &q...

Glaukos the Athenian

Hi, You seem to be describing the helmet I just got from Ironmonger! In my case it was a bit of a compromise period wise (some 50 years), but it seems to fit your demand even better. Check out my review of Ironmonger Armory from Yesterday, when I got the helmet. Thanks! Rowan I would like to know if...

Glaukos the Athenian

Any pics on the shields?

Thanks!

Rowan

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never been used

$30 for the mild $50 for the stainless

Glaukos the Athenian

Raibeart, The picture is that of a Mummy from the "Chachapoya" indians in Peru m I read the story by Lovecraft many, many years ago (I want to say some 22, dang I am getting long in the tooth) and somehow it stuck in my memory. There was a news article in Yahoo recently about new discoveri...

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Awesome stuff!!!! But my persona wasn't born yet! Any guidance on XVth century stuff? Rowan We have a nice assortment of tableware from artisans all over the world: Gryphon Tablecloth [img]http://www.historicenterprises.com/images/products/big/product_400.jpg[/img] Zigzag napking/towel [img]http://w...

Glaukos the Athenian

Gentles all, I just received my "Early Sallet" from Eric Paetow at Ironmonger Armoury, and I thought I'd give all a preliminary review. The Helmet was ordered in late October (early november?) with a deposit of about 1/6 of the total cost. It was scheduled to be ready in about 4 weeks, but...

Glaukos the Athenian

Raibeart, I am not sure what happened, as I posted a long message and it got erased: Try these websites: m m m Also, You may be interested in reading this story m THEN ( ONLY THEN look at this link) m "Ph'nglui mglw'nafh Cthulhu R'lyeh wgah'nagl fhtagn" Rowan Who has read the ancient writi...

Glaukos the Athenian

It looks JUST like a GONDOR helmet! [img]http://www.ulstermuseum.org.uk/filestore/images/collectionsarch/A1151_1911lhenney350web.jpg[/img] (alt+p) http://www.lotrfanshop.com/shopimages/statues/statues-icabr-4105s.gif (alt+p) What's the historical reference for the helm? where/when/who? I'd think any...

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Sir Angus, Wrong period for me, but VERY NICE WORK. Throw these into a pit for some 1200 years and they are just like the originals! Helm off to you Sir! Rowan ALL OF THE PINS FROM THE FIRST PICTURE ARE SOLD PENDING PAYMENT. All of them are made from brass and have been beaten into submission by me....

Glaukos the Athenian

Hi Tim, Steve The manufacturer was recommending the following system: set up is easiest if you put all the stakes in first, put the ropes over the stakes, then put in the center pole. You can use a measuring string to put the stakes in the right distance. Then you just clip on the walls. side poles ...

Glaukos the Athenian

hey thanks for all the replies, My concern is making one that would pass inspection. I am rather limited, yet not completely useless with tools. What is the compression needed to pass marshal inspection for one and two handed swords? Also. can you put thrusting tips on your pommel and ends of your g...

Glaukos the Athenian

Ditto.

Does anyone have a good (inexpensive) source for for these, or good designs I can use for both single and two handed swords?

Thanks!!!

Rowan

Glaukos the Athenian

Hi William, How do you attach the tips to the side poles? What tips do you use? Also would you suggest a wood or painted metal center pole? I am thinking 3 pieces , 4+4+5 feet with some type of joint. Aluminum 1/2 inch pipe seems the best option, if properly painted (and grounded. Yes Mr. Franklin) ...

Glaukos the Athenian

Sven, The round looks different from the website. The top looks pointier and the general feel is "saggy" as opposed to the pic from MWT. Also, beside the weight, is the tent sturdy? spacious? well made? How did you like the square version your squire brothers are using, both in design and quality? T...

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Wow you mean you can inlay mother of pear too!? Yes the shipping! and I was considering something else: transportation space. I currently drive a 1996 Hoday Oddysey , which at this rate should be rechristened "Rocinante" and I am noit sure it can carry the tent and the armor and archery equipment an...

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Ooh! Poster, canopy and courtains...! NICE I just wonder if they would fit a center pole tent. I have burned the midnight tallow looking for illuminations of tents. There was a cool one with couples frolicking in their beds in tents, then the tent the knights used to change into their bathing suits ...

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True! But first I need to persuade Lachlann to make me a bed for myself... Maybe I can pay him with Mead or Yppocras.... Rowan Furniture as in a period field bed that can be taken apart......? (blinking) Hmmm I had planned a Mon Seul Desir tapestry, I have a folding chair, I need two moroccan lanter...

Glaukos the Athenian

Hi, How much are you asking for the "PAVILION-KNIGHT'S TENT" What are the delivery costs of such a tent to the East Coast of the USA? Can you describe a bit more the materials and manufacturing method? What type warranty do you offer? Thanks! Rowan Hello! Link to Eglish version: m

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Furniture as in a period field bed that can be taken apart......? (blinking) Hmmm I had planned a Mon Seul Desir tapestry, I have a folding chair, I need two moroccan lanterns (safest inside sich a tent, hanguing from wall plant hooks tied to the center pole, an icenser for frankincese, a 2-gallon w...

Glaukos the Athenian

Well, The website says they have some 50 something in stock, and apparently the description changed a couple of days ago, so they must have received a new batch. I am waiting for payment on a rifle I just sold to order it. Will advise.... Rowan For the past few years Iâ€™ve been planning my new tent...

Glaukos the Athenian

Thanks! I just saw the website of MWT again, and apparently they have just upgraded to an improved version with detachable walls. It is probably not the same as Panther, but it is about 1/2 price by the time ropes and other accutrements are considered, and even much less than the other brands.... Al...

Glaukos the Athenian

Thanks! I just saw the website of MWT again, and apparently they have just upgraded to an improved version with detachable walls. It is probably not the same as Panther, but it is about 1/2 price by the time ropes and other accutrements are considered, and even much less than the other brands.... Al...

Glaukos the Athenian

Thanks for the reply, I noticed in particular this depiction of a tent, (look at the diameter of the center pole!!!) which very much looks like the Midwest Tent except lower in height, and this would be about 8- 10 feet diameter. I just want to make sure I am not screwing myself up with the cheaper ...

Glaukos the Athenian

Greetings, I am considering buying a medieval tent for overnight events (Pennsic will have to wait till the kids are older, as the wife is 100% mundane and won't come along) I am considering two tents 1) the 12 foot round from Midwest Tents, 2) the Regent Pavilion from panther primitives, pics: http...

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The rifle is sold pending payment and arrangement of FFL requirements Thanks to all that posted!! (It is fun to realize the friends here share other of my interests as well.) Rowan Gentles All, Time for the XXth century to leave room for the XVth.... For sale please consider this L1A1 British rifle,...

Glaukos the Athenian

Hi, Just thought of something. Did you do that yourself? Can you make patterns based on JPGs? I am thinking about a "stencil" so to speak, to paint and re-paint shields. You'd place one of these suckers on the shield, then paint over it for the big stuff and finish the details by hand..... hmmmm Row...

Glaukos the Athenian

You are right, I forgot! But ony 1/2 American (there is an "Enfield" part in LEE-Enfield after all.....) I LOVE my N0. 4Mk1 (F 1948, with South African arrow markings), and I believe the SMLE came to age, so to speak, with the beautiful peep sight attached to the intermediate III Mark V and then sta...

Glaukos the Athenian

True, But: 1) It uses the same cartridge as the M1917 2) It uses the same sight system (peep plus thick blade between two "ears" flaring outward) , introduced with the M1917 and standard as iron sights in virtually every US military rifle, INCLUDING the M1 carbine, and still strong with the M16 fami...

Glaukos the Athenian

Good recovery there at the end, but you may want to make sure the wife NEVER sees this thread.... They you will NEED whatever armor you'v got..... Rowan (who's been there) Clean House?! No, but she will expect you to clean her house, cook for her, accept any vitrol and abuse she cares to heap upon y...

Glaukos the Athenian

I understand, but perhaps this will bring you some perspective. My latest shooting phase has been blackpowder, which I started some 4 years ago. With my best flintlock, I can hit consistently center mass on a silouette target at 100 yards, and easily in the black at 50. And I ain't that good. A good...

Glaukos the Athenian

Guys, If you keep like this I am gonna have to retract the offer!!! LOL (nah) It IS a good gun, but it is just taking up space in my safe, and (Please forgive me!) I am more of a Mauser guy, or AK for modern stuff. And the L1A1 will give up its space to a 12 foot round tent from Midwest..., so it is...

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