Hi.
Here's Bigbeer and Me at a recent SCA event. We're trying to get a more period look going, but still have some work to do.
[img]http://mywebpage.netscape.com/TKekona/images/Tom-Kimo+15c+1.jpg[/img]
The blue coat was my first attempt at that style, so the next time around it'll be better. Also, I'm not wearing the doublet that should go underneath (I ran out of time)!
Any comments/questions/advice?
Thanks..........Greyholt
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If you'll look carefully at the top left corner of the picture, you'll notice a dark branch on about a 55 degree angle across the corner that appears to be from an American Black Gum. While correct to period, it is from the wrong part of the world for the impressions you are portraying.
Bwahahaha!! Well done, very nice work! I'm very glad to see that kind of dedication in the Society.
Bwahahaha!! Well done, very nice work! I'm very glad to see that kind of dedication in the Society.
Hi, everybody.
Sorry for taking so long to respond, I've been extra busy these past few weeks, and wanted to give a decent reply.
Thanks for all your kind words; I really appreciate it.
We're really trying to improve our appearances both on and off the field. We firmly believe that people can have a lot more fun playing this game, and would be better able to 'suspend disbelief' if everything they saw around them looked more period. Even if their armour wasn't so hot, a person fighting against someone in full plate harness has got to get a rise!
So, we are slowly improving all areas of our personal portrayals, as well as influencing those around us.
We're hoping that by planting the seeds, it'll eventually spread.
Also, we really want to dispel misconceptions that may permeate the SCA, one being that wearing full armour is a huge disadvantage... All they have to do is see Bigbeer, in his Gothic plate, leap around like a Quisinart on steroids to start re-thinking what they've been told!
We refuse to compromise our ideals just to acquire some 'perceived' advantage! It saddens me that the majority of SCAers seem to hold the opposite view.
What we hope is that, by sharing our vision, we might have an impact on some of these people.
That's why I think the Archive is a great place that is having an effect in a very good way. I've playing in the SCA for almost 17 years, and researching medieval armour and combat for a bit longer, but I've learned so much more in the past few years thanks to those learned individuals who share their knowledge here.
Well, anyway, back to the answers to your questions...
Parlan:
As of yet, I don't have more pics, but that will probably change soon.
Actually, Bigbeer's fine Lady made his (I believe he will post some info on its construction). It does have a standing collar, but I'll let him give you a better description beyond that.
Flonzy:
I wish it was wool, but being a trial run, I didn't want to waste good cloth. It's made from a relatively heavyweight cotton that has a really nice velvety texture; it looks a good bit like wool at a short distance. The liner is made from a natural-colored cotton that looks kinda like linen.
I'm pretty satisfied with the outcome, and I learned what I should do differently next time.
Bigbeer's coat is also not wool, but his hood and both our hats are fulled wool items procured from Historical Enterprises. His hose and Turnshoes are also from HE. They make some REALLY nice stuff and I recommend them highly!
Captain Jamie:
I made the pattern myself; I couldn't find any patterns for this type of coat, even though it appears in so many 15th century illuminations. Obviously, I need to refine the pattern, as it's the first try.
Bigbeer's Lady, I believe, used a couple of patterns as rough guidelines, but really designed it herself. I think he'll expand on the details later.
Bob Hurly:
Perhaps at the moment, our sphere of influence does not encompass the surrounding flora and fauna, but just give us time!
My next few ventures shall be a doublet to wear under it, joined hose with points, a 15th C arming doublet (as accurate as I can make it), some turn shoes, and a real set of riding boots with clump soles. Oh yeah, and new rondel dagger and kidney pouch (these added to a list of projects I can't even keep track of!).
Oh well, no rest for the wicked!
Again, thanks for all your input; I'm truly honored.
………………Greyholt
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"Brace yourself Captain; the area of penetration will no doubt be sensitive.".........Mr. Spock.
Sorry for taking so long to respond, I've been extra busy these past few weeks, and wanted to give a decent reply.
Thanks for all your kind words; I really appreciate it.
We're really trying to improve our appearances both on and off the field. We firmly believe that people can have a lot more fun playing this game, and would be better able to 'suspend disbelief' if everything they saw around them looked more period. Even if their armour wasn't so hot, a person fighting against someone in full plate harness has got to get a rise!
So, we are slowly improving all areas of our personal portrayals, as well as influencing those around us.
We're hoping that by planting the seeds, it'll eventually spread.
Also, we really want to dispel misconceptions that may permeate the SCA, one being that wearing full armour is a huge disadvantage... All they have to do is see Bigbeer, in his Gothic plate, leap around like a Quisinart on steroids to start re-thinking what they've been told!
We refuse to compromise our ideals just to acquire some 'perceived' advantage! It saddens me that the majority of SCAers seem to hold the opposite view.
What we hope is that, by sharing our vision, we might have an impact on some of these people.
That's why I think the Archive is a great place that is having an effect in a very good way. I've playing in the SCA for almost 17 years, and researching medieval armour and combat for a bit longer, but I've learned so much more in the past few years thanks to those learned individuals who share their knowledge here.
Well, anyway, back to the answers to your questions...
Parlan:
As of yet, I don't have more pics, but that will probably change soon.
Actually, Bigbeer's fine Lady made his (I believe he will post some info on its construction). It does have a standing collar, but I'll let him give you a better description beyond that.
Flonzy:
I wish it was wool, but being a trial run, I didn't want to waste good cloth. It's made from a relatively heavyweight cotton that has a really nice velvety texture; it looks a good bit like wool at a short distance. The liner is made from a natural-colored cotton that looks kinda like linen.
I'm pretty satisfied with the outcome, and I learned what I should do differently next time.
Bigbeer's coat is also not wool, but his hood and both our hats are fulled wool items procured from Historical Enterprises. His hose and Turnshoes are also from HE. They make some REALLY nice stuff and I recommend them highly!
Captain Jamie:
I made the pattern myself; I couldn't find any patterns for this type of coat, even though it appears in so many 15th century illuminations. Obviously, I need to refine the pattern, as it's the first try.
Bigbeer's Lady, I believe, used a couple of patterns as rough guidelines, but really designed it herself. I think he'll expand on the details later.
Bob Hurly:
Perhaps at the moment, our sphere of influence does not encompass the surrounding flora and fauna, but just give us time!
My next few ventures shall be a doublet to wear under it, joined hose with points, a 15th C arming doublet (as accurate as I can make it), some turn shoes, and a real set of riding boots with clump soles. Oh yeah, and new rondel dagger and kidney pouch (these added to a list of projects I can't even keep track of!
).Oh well, no rest for the wicked!
Again, thanks for all your input; I'm truly honored.
………………Greyholt
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"Brace yourself Captain; the area of penetration will no doubt be sensitive.".........Mr. Spock.