The Armour Archive

LvL80Viking

I ordered a norse raven ocular spangen from Accndntprone (John Kellum) in early April. He kept me updated with photos and on the status. It was pretty much finished within a week (give or take a few days due to weather). I had it a couple weeks after I ordered. I also ordered a tall aventail from Je...

LvL80Viking

When a deal is too good it makes me suspicious...

A tall stainless aventail is on my list, someday.

LvL80Viking

Now that this is happily sold I can say: I'm so very glad you put a beard on that chin. It looked awfully scrotal when it was bare, lmao.

LvL80Viking

Scott posted a problem, Acc asks him to take it private, Scott keeps posting, Acc blows up, Acc discovers mistake and makes it right with helmet *and* refund, everyone gets what they wanted.

Can this end now?

LvL80Viking

Geebus those are beautiful. I hope they find good homes.

LvL80Viking

I recall a post where the entire shipment of armor/helmets was stolen off his porch. As far as I know everything was replaced with no complaints here on the AA. I'd trust this guy with my money. I regularly recommend newbies to look for his work.

LvL80Viking

I got mine from Icefalcon. I also happened to run into Everard (the guy who makes them) vendoring at Border Raids one year.

LvL80Viking

I have a flat ring, dome riveted, stainless KoA haubergeon that's just a little too small for me. It's an XL, but the definition of XL seems to vary. I'd really have to call it in between a Large or an XL. It's true to their size and it does fit me once it's on but getting over my wide shoulders is ...

LvL80Viking

I saw Skallagrim do a review of some pieces on Youtube, I haven't watched a ton of his videos but he seems fairly well informed about things.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTwl4SuyVNM

LvL80Viking

That is a glorious helmet. Out of curiosity what size is it?

LvL80Viking

Sean and Kon, Yes that is exactly my issue. The glue gets slick. I leave it so it gets sort of tacky but even then the glue allows the wood to slip and slide all over. I have been using the 5mm stuff as well but find it is near impossible to keep them lined up as I am strapping them down. That said...

LvL80Viking

Are you charging more yet? You should be.

LvL80Viking

I used the mild steel from a hardware store on my first legs which end up being rather heavy and bend pretty easily. I tried the thick aluminum on my last pair and they're lighter but also prone to bending. Gaston makes the ones I was thinking of. I knew I'd seen them someplace but I couldn't rememb...

LvL80Viking

Is anyone making cuisse splints these days? I'm okay making my own splinted armor but I need to lighten up from using armor bend leather and hardware store steel. Something light that doesn't dent immediately is all I really need, material isn't especially important.

~Thorfinn

LvL80Viking

I don't think I've seen him post anything lately but Accdntprone here on the archive makes some sweet starter viking helms. I think he may have a long queue at the moment though.

*edit for name, 1 too many letters

LvL80Viking

If I didn't already have 3 helmets... sallet(s?) are my third favorite style. Best of luck with sale.

LvL80Viking

If these fit someone's kit and arms, you WANT them. You won't regret it. I'm always a fan of telling people about gear that saves me from serious injuries. I've got a pair of the double layer with only minor scuffs except in one spot. On the exterior near the elbow a chunk is gouged out. I don't kno...

LvL80Viking

Good to know it's a real place. I'm never sure with some of these websites. Thanks all.

LvL80Viking

I hadn't noticed, thanks for pointing it out. It looks like shipping ranges from $40-80, which still makes it a deal assuming it would actually arrive.

LvL80Viking

Has anyone had any experience with these guys? $90 (on sale) for a jupon seems like a pretty sweet deal but I'm well aware that you get what you pay for.

http://www.medieval-fightclub.com/categ ... ming-Caps/

Thanks.

~Thorfinn

LvL80Viking

Maybe something like this?
http://www.valkyrieforge.com/arm_armor.html

1 review there.
viewtopic.php?f=3&t=171339&hilit=valkyrie

LvL80Viking

People should stop leaving their armor in their cars. I feel for someone who has their stuff stolen but how many times does it have to happen before as a community we stop doing it? Having experienced this with my rapier and leather working tools, I now unpack my car when I travel even if it means ...

LvL80Viking

I know Crafty Celts makes thistle silverware, but it's actual silver.

LvL80Viking

If I didn't have a car payment, rent, or need to eat I'd be all over a pair of those stealth gauntlets. Best of luck at Pennsic.

LvL80Viking

I don't need one of these, but I really like the idea of people making "you finish it" kits.

LvL80Viking

I just ordered a pair of cotes. I wasn't entirely clear on sizing, though. I requested both in Large, because I'm 5'11", 220lbs, and wear a size 42-44" suit jacket. Am I right in assuming that a large is big enough? I'm 6'4", 220-230ish*cough*depending on the scale*cough,* 46/48" shirt and I had an...

LvL80Viking

Thanks for the review on KoA. They have a lot of stuff on there that I think might be nice to have but I'm always wary of actually getting anything.

LvL80Viking

That gap looks awfully big to me. I have to wonder if it would pass inspection.

LvL80Viking

You may have some luck with this.

http://www.yeoldegaffers.com/project_deluxe_stand.asp

LvL80Viking

I seem to recall Aesir makes a sweet kettle helmet.

viewtopic.php?f=3&t=168745&hilit=kettle

LvL80Viking

Dude, no one really KNOWS how magnets work. Not even ICP

Clearly magnets work because they still have gravity in them.

LvL80Viking

That stuff is fantastic. I've only ever tried one 6 panel but I had great fun doing it. I wish I had the time/money/space for a real setup like that.

LvL80Viking

Adric will make good on it. I bought something from him in person at Border Raids last year which ended up not fitting. He let me return it by mail and sent me a replacement. Communication was a little delayed but he had family reasons.

~Thorfinn

LvL80Viking

I don't know if I'd say that price is "far" too low, but it's probably lower than it should be. A starter sugarloaf (my favorite type) with brass and color options that looks good should start with that price. I don't feel it would be unreasonable to say $300ish, but I have no idea of metal pricing,...

LvL80Viking

When I tried a spangenhelm I ended up with what can only be described politely as "a jaunty angle." It was completely lopsided to the left and I wasn't quite sure what caused it. If you hadn't pointed it out I probably would have missed it. It's a great looking helmet.

Overdue +1 for Accdntprone and Jestyr (Custom chainmail)

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