The Armour Archive

Amanda M

I did the same thing to my knees and elbows. Inside my helm there is black EVA foam, and then I made a smaller, quilted linen and cotton batting liner for comfort.

Amanda M

Modern day people do it all the time. Fighter practice in Arizona doesn't just stop because it gets hot. You get used to it and make sure to hydrate. I don't really think it's hot out anymore unless it gets above 90 degrees. I was born in the Pacific Northwest but I have been down here long enough t...

Amanda M

I think it's kinda cool for a fantasy weapon. You could kill lotsa zombies with it.

Amanda M

Well... in my good old days 10 years ago or so I was 135 lb.

Amanda M

The Dented Helmet is another good resource for DIY clone trooper stuff.

http://www.thedentedhelmet.com/forum.ph ... 4290a85b7b

Amanda M

If I were to be lining some kind of armor,I would probably quilt layers of cotton quilt batting because the ends won't fray badly, or do that with an outer shell of linen, then use hidden velcro because it's easy to replace.

Amanda M

I am interested in the smaller one. I am 6', 170 lb and it sounds like it would fit me great. I can do cash or trade or partial trade and cash for silk banners if you're interested in that at all too.

Amanda M

Thanks! Can't wait to see them.

Amanda M

This is pretty much the norm for anyone making and selling a thing. I have folders and folders of banner mockups I did for people who never got back to me about them or never sent me funds so I could make their banner.

Amanda M

You can do a good impression from most of the spectrum of time periods in the SCA with a little research and elbow grease. Here are some articles on doing hidden armor and looking great on a budget. I don't really know what you have in mind to spend, but you can do effective armor for almost any tim...

Amanda M

One of my favorites is Eichling's Armor. You can see it at http://www.swordmaiden.net/home/arms-and-armor/eichlings-armor/ and since the pattern link is broken a quick google search turns up an archive of it at http://www.alonatwotrees.com/library/howto/eichling.pdf I have been looking for that pat...

Amanda M

Women wear a dazzling variety of armor types, so my advice would be to have her pick a time period and style that she likes and tailor the armor to fit that. Even if she wants to do early period, you can do hidden armor that will protect spots more likely to get broken on a petite or skinny person. ...

Amanda M

A lot of people stitch them in. That's how mine are attached. If you look at this thread you can see an example:

viewtopic.php?f=1&t=156964

Amanda M

Man, I love that pic.

Amanda M

Here's pics of the last batch of banners that I finished. I am still able to guarantee Christmas delivery at this time. http://i538.photobucket.com/albums/ff347/isabellaevangelista/Silk%20Banners/12862_10151529560954408_616382940_n.jpg http://i538.photobucket.com/albums/ff347/isabellaevangelista/Sil...

Amanda M

I actually ditched the basket entirely because the way it was built was putting stress on my wrist and it hurt to use it. one of the local guys has the same problem and he doesn't use them anymore either. I went with straps and then made a covering to protect my hand similar to what I saw on Sir Mar...

Amanda M

I ditched the basket hilt altogether and solved a lot of my discomfort problem, but I also found the angle using Sir Corby's shield hanging tutorial.

http://delaflamme.org/makeashield

Amanda M

In Atenveldt it seems like there is a fighting event at least once a month, sometimes more than one,because of the concentration of large groups in such a small area. And there are several mega practices so you can find good fighting pretty much year round.

Amanda M

MJBlazek wrote:Thought this picture was appropriate http://manuscriptminiatures.com/bellifo ... s-63/4947/

Not the face!

Amanda M

Not your strong suit... It's kick ass.

Amanda M

I am going to look so cool! I can make-up something and most people in the SCA would have to believe me. But my goal is get to the point that if I were transported back in time, I could be on the front line and no one would give me a second look (The guy right behind me might wonder why I have my a...

Amanda M

That is incredibly cool. Personally I think it is also a better solution than wearing an elbow cop that is even more out of place.

Amanda M

The women's 14th century buckled boot sizes are spot on. Mine fit very well.

Amanda M

How long have you been trying to contact him? I have a pair of his gauntlets and he usually emailed me within a couple of days.

Amanda M

To my knowledge their products are of good quality but there have been many problems with their delivery over the years. It seems very hit or miss.

Amanda M

Here's the finished outfit. I made a spiff hood to go with it but it was too hot to wear. Also I ran out of steam on the last four buttons and left them undone. Photo by Sveinbiorn Halbiornson. http://i538.photobucket.com/albums/ff347/isabellaevangelista/mykit/th_68220F6F-2D71-414A-B009-BE34BD8C2051...

Amanda M

Thanks for taking them off my hands.

Amanda M

I have not seen his site. I will check it out. Thanks.

Amanda M

That's what I ended up doing. I will get some pics to post with the difference.

Amanda M

Setting up to cast in pewter isn't all that expensive but I haven't found a way to do brass yet and make it cost effective. I suppose if you have the ability to melt it in a forge already you're a good way there. Sand casting is not expensive or difficult, neither is lost wax, but whether or not it ...

Amanda M

Have you tried the Custom Saber shop forums? Someone here might be able to do it but there are a ton of really great custom lightsaber builders out there and the majority of them frequent TCSS forums.

Amanda M

All items sold. Thanks everybody!

Amanda M

It takes a ton of effort just to carve the master and casting in anything but pewter is expensive and requires more equipment.

Amanda M

I thought about it but the inside is natural leather so I wasn't sure if it would look weird or not.

Amanda M

Thanks. I will pm you with a tracking number today.

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