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This is probably an odd little purchase, but:
I'm l looking to purchase a stainless stoprib to mount on my breastplate.
I'm thinking dimensions are roughly 5" x .5" per side.

Do you have a pattern? Is this the simple aries astrology symbol with rivet points; or something more elaborate? I rember seeing one that had a bit of pierce work in a filagree style.
My local supplier only has stainless,mild and aluminum.
How heavy do you want this?
16 guage is a lot quicker to work then 1/8 with a frame saw.
Can you take a scale picture of the design/pattern?

I believe Pitbull makes them; Mad Matt used to, but will probably sell you one only if he has old stock laying around.

The stop rib on my globose is more like 1/4" thick (or slightly thicker), and maybe as much as 1/2" wide stock in the sweeping "V" shape.
-Cian

What is the purpose of this? Is is functional, or just decorative?

I'll try to get more specific information as to the exact measurements later tonight.

Dauyd wrote:What is the purpose of this? Is is functional, or just decorative?

In period or out?
In period it was used to deflect thrusts away from a joint or opening.
In an SCA sense, I'm guessing it'll be more of a decorative thing but I still like the look/idea of it.

Hi there, I can build you a stoprib if you want one. They are 23 dollars shipped to your door.

Thank you

Pitbull