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- Thu May 26, 2016 7:48 am
- Forum: Armour - I want to be a...
- Topic: I WTB a Varangian Guardsman in 1040
- Replies: 176
- Views: 36543
Re: I WTB a Varangian Guardsman in 1040
How thick is that? I would hate to suggest something to you that will cost you more money, and it turn out to be a mistake. Something to consider is the reason you are making it. If it's for more of the look, then as long as that weight is able to support your plates without being floppy, then go fo...
- Mon May 23, 2016 7:29 am
- Forum: Armour - I want to be a...
- Topic: I WTB a Varangian Guardsman in 1040
- Replies: 176
- Views: 36543
Re: I WTB a Varangian Guardsman in 1040
I read what you posted three times, but I can't find anything in that text that suggests anything about their equipment.
- Sat Aug 23, 2014 8:32 am
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: LARGE Ironbadger seax for sale
- Replies: 12
- Views: 989
Re: LARGE Ironbadger seax for sale
Somebody buy this!!!
I have one almost exactly like it and it is awesome! I am so sorely tempted to snatch this up for a closely matched pair or better yet, as gift for my son.
Finances are not the best at the moment or it would already belong to me .
Good luck with the sale,
Oddvarr
I have one almost exactly like it and it is awesome! I am so sorely tempted to snatch this up for a closely matched pair or better yet, as gift for my son.
Finances are not the best at the moment or it would already belong to me .
Good luck with the sale,
Oddvarr
- Thu Jul 24, 2014 4:12 pm
- Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
- Topic: Calories burned fighting?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 1562
Re: Calories burned fighting?
Interesting study. Not as comprehensive as I would have liked...they are just running on a treadmill, but still useful information. Thank you for posting it. I think I am getting better at estimating calories burned by keeping track of just how hard I am working at other tasks, and doing a compare/c...
- Fri Jul 18, 2014 4:24 pm
- Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
- Topic: Calories burned fighting?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 1562
Re: Calories burned fighting?
I can't disagree with you there Murdock. Some people kill me almost effortlessly. Others...I try to at least make sweat while they do it
- Fri Jul 11, 2014 9:04 am
- Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
- Topic: Calories burned fighting?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 1562
Re: Calories burned fighting?
A ball park estimate is a good idea. I think practice is like High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) in a lot of ways.
Endomondo has a way to calculate your burn for that if you know approximately how long and how many bouts.
Thanks for all of the replies by the way.
Endomondo has a way to calculate your burn for that if you know approximately how long and how many bouts.
Thanks for all of the replies by the way.
- Thu Jul 10, 2014 9:20 pm
- Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
- Topic: Calories burned fighting?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 1562
Re: Calories burned fighting?
I use my fitness pal too. I put fencing as my activity in endomondo (an app that links your physical activity to my fitness pal) but I don't think it was accurate. American Football might be much closer, but some people wear significantly more/less armor than others. All I can say for sure is I know...
- Thu Jul 10, 2014 1:46 pm
- Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
- Topic: Calories burned fighting?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 1562
Re: Calories burned fighting?
I know, but the search function for this topic spit this thread out on top...and there weren't any updates from the posters.
I'm trying to lose weight so I can rejoin the military. I've been reading various opinions/theories about calorie intake/burn.
I'm trying to lose weight so I can rejoin the military. I've been reading various opinions/theories about calorie intake/burn.
- Thu Jul 10, 2014 10:08 am
- Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
- Topic: Calories burned fighting?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 1562
Re: Calories burned fighting?
Anybody have any more input on this topic?
- Mon Jun 23, 2014 4:42 pm
- Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
- Topic: St George - Hradcany Square - Body armour - Update!
- Replies: 215
- Views: 7823
Re: St George - Hradcany Square - Body armour - Update!
I got some scales from The Ring Lord, and I am going to be doing scale half-sleeves and a skirt for my Varangian Klibanion.
I just did a search and this thread popped up.
Did anyone make any progress on their respective projects? Any other insights to offer?
Thanks,
Oddvarr
I just did a search and this thread popped up.
Did anyone make any progress on their respective projects? Any other insights to offer?
Thanks,
Oddvarr
- Thu Jun 12, 2014 5:01 pm
- Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
- Topic: Rust Prevention Test v2
- Replies: 81
- Views: 4830
- Thu May 15, 2014 8:35 pm
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: Thank you Bokalo!
- Replies: 4
- Views: 543
Thank you Bokalo!
I ordered a gorget that I thought I wanted Sunday, and Bokalo quickly assessed my problem of a stout neck and uncomfortable gorget problems. It was amazing! He didn't just let me buy whatever I happened to think I needed. He quickly pointed out that I really wanted his "no-neck" style splinted gorge...
- Thu May 08, 2014 8:40 pm
- Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
- Topic: Lamellar and Splints from Pallet Strapping
- Replies: 4
- Views: 462
Re: Lamellar and Splints from Pallet Strapping
I played around with some scrap strapping that I found/liberated from a dumpster... As you stated, it has to be preserved, or rust will set in. The stuff I got was easily polished free of corrosion after I cut the plates out. Similar dimension to the one you listed...just a little narrower. I though...
- Thu May 08, 2014 9:20 am
- Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
- Topic: Rust Prevention Test v2
- Replies: 81
- Views: 4830
Re: Rust Prevention Test v2
You have my gratitude as well. I appreciate your time and attention to detail in reporting your findings to us.
~O
~O
- Fri Apr 25, 2014 8:50 pm
- Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
- Topic: Rust Prevention Test v2
- Replies: 81
- Views: 4830
Re: Rust Prevention Test v2
Oopsies
- Fri Apr 25, 2014 4:24 pm
- Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
- Topic: Rust Prevention Test v2
- Replies: 81
- Views: 4830
Re: Rust Prevention Test v2
Thanks for doing this!
I am replying so I get updates to my email....
Oddvarr
I am replying so I get updates to my email....
Oddvarr
- Tue Mar 18, 2014 8:35 pm
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: C-Belt do it yourself kits. Available @ Viking Leathercrafts
- Replies: 21
- Views: 1326
Re: C-Belt do it yourself kits. Any interest?
What a great idea! Count me in...Hey, wait a minute...what about gorget kits?
I know most folks just make them easily, but I have struggled with that bit of safety equipment.
Thanks,
Oddvarr
I know most folks just make them easily, but I have struggled with that bit of safety equipment.
Thanks,
Oddvarr
- Sat Feb 15, 2014 10:09 pm
- Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
- Topic: Wanna be Varangian Guardsmen needs some help
- Replies: 78
- Views: 5306
Re: Wanna be Varangian Guardsmen needs some help
538432_4056577326005_1718684895_n.jpg Here is an "action shot" of the incomplete vision of the armour in question. @ Egfroth, thank you for your inspiration. Thank you for the time and interest as well. The picture shows an attempt at a Klivanion, using materials not well suited for the purpose...m...
- Tue Feb 11, 2014 6:47 pm
- Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
- Topic: New fighter want leather armor
- Replies: 50
- Views: 2141
Re: New fighter want leather armor
IMHO, and echoing InsaneIrish, don't pull any punches or swing for the fences. Any new fighter should be educated on what to expect from their opponents. Since she really wants to do leather and wield a great weapon, I would STRONGLY suggest at least two splints (hidden or otherwise) on the hardened...
- Mon Jan 27, 2014 8:43 pm
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: Gorget for sale
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1626
Re: Gorget for sale
How tall would you say the vertical "collar" pieces are?
I'm interested, but I have a very squat neck in my armor.
Thanks,
Oddvarr
I'm interested, but I have a very squat neck in my armor.
Thanks,
Oddvarr
- Fri Dec 27, 2013 4:06 pm
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: Large Ironbadger seax auction for December- Ended
- Replies: 7
- Views: 470
Re: Large Ironbadger seax auction for December- Ended
I got it in the mail today. You did quite a wrap job on that sucker! Thanks for such a smooth transaction. The knife (more sword-like really) is very handsome and rests comfortably in the hand very well. I can tell we are going to have a wonderful relationship together! That sounds a creepier than I...
- Thu Dec 19, 2013 9:22 pm
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: Large Ironbadger seax auction for December- Ended
- Replies: 7
- Views: 470
Re: Large Ironbadger seax auction for December
Merry Christmas to me!
I'll take it!
I have been drooling over your work for quite some time now, and this is exactly the style I wanted in a Seax.
Oddvarr
Editting to add: PMing you with payment details!
I'll take it!
I have been drooling over your work for quite some time now, and this is exactly the style I wanted in a Seax.
Oddvarr
Editting to add: PMing you with payment details!
- Sat Dec 07, 2013 8:20 am
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: Brans Blades - The Raven Seax Auction - Ends Midnite TONITE!
- Replies: 34
- Views: 1573
Re: Brans Blades - The Raven Seax Auction - Ends Midnite TON
Wow! An exciting read this morning! Congratulations to the winner!
Oddvarr
Oddvarr
- Mon Oct 14, 2013 9:00 am
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: The seax of Badger...finished and for sale
- Replies: 16
- Views: 684
- Tue Sep 17, 2013 7:56 pm
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: stonekeep armor for sale! pic heavy
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1345
Re: stonekeep armor for sale! pic heavy
What size is the Gorget?
- Sun Aug 04, 2013 9:44 am
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: FS: 16 gauge stainless steel sheets, 2@48x48, 1@36x48
- Replies: 12
- Views: 881
Re: FS: 16 gauge stainless steel sheets, 2@48x48, 1@36x48
Oops, it's in the title...my bad.
Not enough coffee yet I suppose.
Not enough coffee yet I suppose.
- Sun Aug 04, 2013 8:35 am
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: FS: 16 gauge stainless steel sheets, 2@48x48, 1@36x48
- Replies: 12
- Views: 881
Re: FS: 16 gauge stainless steel sheets, 2@48x48, 1@36x48
What are the sheet thicknesses?
Good luck with the sale,
Oddvarr
Good luck with the sale,
Oddvarr
- Sat Jun 08, 2013 9:28 am
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: Type IV seax auction
- Replies: 16
- Views: 812
Re: Type IV seax auction
$75.00
- Fri Jun 07, 2013 8:15 pm
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: Type IV seax auction
- Replies: 16
- Views: 812
- Tue Jun 04, 2013 8:42 pm
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: WTB one awsome boss
- Replies: 17
- Views: 666
Re: WTB one awsome boss
Have you considered a leather cover on a real boss? It might take a beating, but paint is replaceable.
Happy Dragon Hunting,
Oddvarr
Happy Dragon Hunting,
Oddvarr
- Fri May 31, 2013 6:01 pm
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: FS: SS Shamrock Varangian Helm
- Replies: 15
- Views: 2158
- Mon May 13, 2013 6:41 pm
- Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
- Topic: lamellar armour project--looking for advise
- Replies: 16
- Views: 967
Re: lamellar armour project--looking for advise
+1 for the Duct Tape on the T-shirt trick.
Oddvarr
Oddvarr
- Mon May 06, 2013 7:26 pm
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: Early Halberd fror sale
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1268
Re: Early Halberd fror sale
A Bump to the top for Godric!
PM Sent concerning a seax knife.
PM Sent concerning a seax knife.
- Sat May 04, 2013 10:28 am
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: Early Halberd fror sale
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1268
Re: Early Halberd fror sale
Halberd looks kewl :twisted: but not my style. Good luck with the sale!! On another note, is this an appropriate place to PM you or contact you for an order? I checked out your work on Facebook, and I really like your munitions grade seax knives...what length would be period for a 10th century Vikin...
- Wed Apr 24, 2013 4:04 pm
- Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
- Topic: FS: Two Sugarloaf helmets IN STOCK
- Replies: 33
- Views: 3121
Re: FS: Two Sugarloaf helmets IN STOCK
Good luck with your sale. Great looking Helmets!
Oddvarr
Oddvarr