have leather, want legs for baton/waster

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MarkH
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have leather, want legs for baton/waster

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So, I have this nice 12oz buffalo hide, and I want to replace my old 16g cuisses. I was thinking I wanted water hardened with decorative rivits, or actualy splinted legs. Im wondering now about protection. I pound dents out of the 16g parts of my harness on a weekly basis, so which option would give me the best protection from both injury and pain? I pretty much want the armor to feel like my plate legs with a different look. How close can I get to that? I would really appreciate input from those who have fought in the different type of armor.
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Believe me when I say that you will get the same feeling, make sure you harden the leather and wear your padding.

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Post by MarkH »

Im probably being overly cautious, but leather is expensive. Would you mind if I emailed you a question or four?
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