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by DeCalmont
Tue Jun 24, 2008 9:16 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Review of Baron Alejandro
Replies: 20
Views: 435

Re: Review of Baron Alejandro

Philipe of Black Diamond wrote:
Last I saw him, the bald was an option. He had added hair to his initial product. Other than that, I would say your review is spot on


That's the new "Gallagher" Option, comes complete with mallet, niffty hat, and a desire to smash things.
by DeCalmont
Mon Jun 23, 2008 8:07 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Von Sussen Cheapo Burgonet Size Help
Replies: 8
Views: 345

El :bump:
by DeCalmont
Fri Jun 20, 2008 3:27 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Von Sussen Cheapo Burgonet Size Help
Replies: 8
Views: 345

Well, unless a thin coat of paint counts as minimal padding I think the Scottish burgonet is right out...anything on the other one? Bueller?
by DeCalmont
Fri Jun 20, 2008 11:53 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Von Sussen Cheapo Burgonet Size Help
Replies: 8
Views: 345

Von Sussen Cheapo Burgonet Size Help

Has anyone here purchased either of these helms; http://cgi.ebay.com/Scottish-Burgonet-Helmet-Border-Revers-Steel-Bonnet_W0QQitemZ220206447073QQihZ012QQcategoryZ20272QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1638Q2em118Q2el1247 http://cgi.ebay.com/Burgonet-Brass-bound-Helm-Helmet-Armor-SCA-Rap...
by DeCalmont
Mon Jun 16, 2008 11:12 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: FS: Large Kettlehelm Auction: SB $100
Replies: 15
Views: 563

$140.00
by DeCalmont
Thu Jun 12, 2008 10:07 am
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: Aluminun sword hardware coloring?
Replies: 3
Views: 126

Just kind of thinking out loud, but if you have the ability to cut some brass strips out, you could make some decorative type covering for the hilt and pommels I would think.
by DeCalmont
Thu Jun 12, 2008 10:00 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Minor Changes to a Kit, Major difference in look
Replies: 0
Views: 238

Minor Changes to a Kit, Major difference in look

My friend and I were talking about how a fairly simple change to a kit can make a striking difference in the overall look. Here's a couple of examples that illustrate what I mean; 1st - I posted this a couple of days ago http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh14/decalmont/DSCF0217.jpg 2nd - Here's the...
by DeCalmont
Thu Jun 12, 2008 9:20 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Combat Archers Alert
Replies: 34
Views: 915

This is real and this is happening. I'm sure that the powers that be are in work getting this setup on the websites and in the proper documentation. I've seen pictures of the newer blunts that have been dissected and it is a real problem with the new style. This was put out over email so that the wo...
by DeCalmont
Thu Jun 12, 2008 8:20 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Combat Archers Alert
Replies: 34
Views: 915

Ceawlin Alreding wrote:I'm sorry, I'm not hip to the jargon.
What is a UHMW, please?


Ultra High Molecular Weight plastic used as material for CA blunts. It's a very dense plastic as the name suggests.
by DeCalmont
Wed Jun 11, 2008 1:41 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Start to finish new guy thread (New Update)
Replies: 51
Views: 2184

Seaweed,

You might want to go and look at this thread if you haven't already;

http://forums.armourarchive.org/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=46922&highlight=varangian

It has some great information in it.
by DeCalmont
Wed Jun 11, 2008 1:24 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Looking for Northstar Armory contact
Replies: 2
Views: 123

Thank you Don Maelgwyn!
by DeCalmont
Wed Jun 11, 2008 11:55 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Looking for Northstar Armory contact
Replies: 2
Views: 123

Looking for Northstar Armory contact

Greetings,

I have a friend who placed an order with Northstar Armory at the Lysts of Castleton a couple of weeks ago and he hasn't received it in the mail as of yet. Anyway, any contact information would be greatly appreciated.
by DeCalmont
Wed Jun 11, 2008 8:55 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Show your kit- First 1/2 of '08
Replies: 679
Views: 54682

Although I still have and plan on using my early 14th kit for Combat Archery, this is my new kit for everything else

http://forums.armourarchive.org/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=81706
by DeCalmont
Wed Jun 11, 2008 7:08 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: (New Kit) Getting Ready for a Deed Of Arms GW 18
Replies: 12
Views: 616

bigfredb wrote:Both of you look GREAT! :D

BTW, JP, I have a wrap shot out here in Caid with your name on it!! :twisted:

Fearghus


Hence the padded gambeson and wrap plates on the legs... :D
by DeCalmont
Tue Jun 10, 2008 9:09 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Leather Arms & Elbows - (Tooled)
Replies: 23
Views: 515

Wow.. :shock:

Those are beautiful Magnus, excellent work. If I knew where my "jealous" Ninjas were off to I'd send them your way.
by DeCalmont
Tue Jun 10, 2008 7:56 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: (New Kit) Getting Ready for a Deed Of Arms GW 18
Replies: 12
Views: 616

Thanks for all the comments. I've got a couple of things lined up to complete, sabatons are patterned out and just need to get worked on, sanding and staining the haft of the hammer is right at the top of the list. Just with our walking around I found a couple of items that need adjusting and some i...
by DeCalmont
Mon Jun 09, 2008 11:20 am
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: Siily things you do in armor
Replies: 5
Views: 677

Thought I'd take care of some of the yard work;

Image
by DeCalmont
Mon Jun 09, 2008 11:06 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: (New Kit) Getting Ready for a Deed Of Arms GW 18
Replies: 12
Views: 616

(New Kit) Getting Ready for a Deed Of Arms GW 18

Well, ever since I came back from this last Gulf War and having witnessed the Deed of Arms, I have been working on getting a kit together for next year. Watching this deed inspired me to get out and try something different for next year and the foreseeable future. To that end I pretty much have my n...
by DeCalmont
Thu Jun 05, 2008 11:52 am
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: This is what I want to do...
Replies: 13
Views: 571

Best of luck for you Ken. That was well worth reading...way cool.
by DeCalmont
Tue Jun 03, 2008 2:51 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Proof that plastic can work
Replies: 41
Views: 1520

Wow, the faulds look so much better now. Great job...If I hadn't just put together a breastplate from Master Cet I'd be seriously eyeballing one of yours. Great job! :shock:
by DeCalmont
Mon Jun 02, 2008 11:12 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Fancy hand shields for finger gauntlets?
Replies: 14
Views: 502

Okay,

Mild steel, brass Cross w/crosslets
by DeCalmont
Mon Jun 02, 2008 8:42 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Fancy hand shields for finger gauntlets?
Replies: 14
Views: 502

Just a couple of questions;

Price?
Different angle pics?
Options?

Thanks!
by DeCalmont
Mon Jun 02, 2008 7:42 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: how do you kill an archer in Aethelmark?
Replies: 21
Views: 841

From a practical standpoint, most of the events with enough people to justify archers in melee and enough space to do so can also include siege. Once you include siege everyone has to be at at least society minimums and the concept of a 'light' archer has to be thrown out. Once the archers are at s...
by DeCalmont
Wed May 28, 2008 5:15 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Leather Arms FS or Interesting Trade
Replies: 2
Views: 148

PM Replied to. Sold Pending Payment!
by DeCalmont
Wed May 28, 2008 5:14 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Rough from the Hammer
Replies: 17
Views: 765

I recently purshased a glubose breastplate and back plates from Master Cet and highly recommend him. I just finished rolling the edges, polishing and assembling it this weekend. I'll try to post pics soon. Great transaction from start to finish! 5 Stars.
by DeCalmont
Wed May 28, 2008 2:09 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Steel Bazubands,spaulders and gorgets for sale
Replies: 15
Views: 437

Having purchased two sets of these, one for myself and another for a friend,I can honestly say the Bazubands are the bomb! Light weight, fit was dead on, looked great and easy to fight in. The entire transaction was smooth and professional and I highly recommend Willing Pell as a merchant and all ar...
by DeCalmont
Wed May 28, 2008 2:05 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Leather Arms FS or Interesting Trade
Replies: 2
Views: 148

Leather Arms FS or Interesting Trade

Hardened Leather Vambraces and Rebraces from His Grace Gavin of Kilkenny. The vambraces measure 9 inches on the inside of the arm and 12 3/4 inches on the outside of the arm. The rebrace is 13 inches long. They have never been used, I won them on a auction here but they were just a tad too long and ...
by DeCalmont
Wed May 28, 2008 12:14 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Sanding disc question
Replies: 7
Views: 238

Matt,

I've got a 4" grinder now and would be willing to take those off your hands when you upgrade.
by DeCalmont
Wed May 28, 2008 9:52 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Re-post Pic of Bastard Spangen.
Replies: 16
Views: 681

Hey Halberds,


Awesome helm, just had a quick question for ya. Do you remember how much Carlos weighed in at? I have a friend looking for something similar but is concerned about weight issues.
by DeCalmont
Tue May 27, 2008 3:52 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: Romance of Alexander outfit.
Replies: 31
Views: 759

James,

That's awesome. You really inspire me to go more in depth into my own kit. Thanks for the pictures.
by DeCalmont
Tue May 27, 2008 8:00 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: WTB. C Belt for legs
Replies: 7
Views: 208

Ceddie,

I'd be interested in pics and information as well. Thanks
by DeCalmont
Thu May 22, 2008 1:40 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Everyone starts from somewhere
Replies: 94
Views: 4468

Well, here I was 5 years ago being fodder for a charity deal http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh14/decalmont/Jean-PaulBayfest2003.jpg And this was me at Gulf War this year http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh14/decalmont/JPrav.jpg and here's my latest rig http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh14/d...
by DeCalmont
Thu May 22, 2008 12:14 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: A bit OT: Any tattoo artists out there?
Replies: 23
Views: 534

One of note would be Animal, you might want to PM him.
by DeCalmont
Mon May 19, 2008 1:10 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: What Period should i go for with my kit?
Replies: 12
Views: 550

Well, by having the arms and legs already matching the helm to a degree it makes it easier and cheaper to replace the scale with something more along the lines of what you are looking for. If you are into doing some of your own work I'd highly recommend Master Cet of Vulcan forge/Rough by the hammer...
by DeCalmont
Fri May 09, 2008 9:28 pm
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Spring cleaning - breastplate, arms, and more!
Replies: 10
Views: 728

Do you know what size head the Burgonet will fit?

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