Finger Gauntlet pattern question

GideonMacKay · Post by **GideonMacKay** » Tue Oct 28, 2008 11:41 am

In regards to the pattern on the site for Finger Gauntles. The plates are not riveted to each other for articulation rather they are riveted to leather pieces then to a glove... does this offer adequate protection? Does it pass SCA combat regulation? I understand that having the parts riveted to each other will offer better protection, but will these suffice?

Has anyone made these that can offer advice?

Kenwrec Wulfe · Post by **Kenwrec Wulfe** » Tue Oct 28, 2008 11:53 am

I use fingered gauntlets where the finger lames and gatlings are riveted to the leather and not each other. They pass inspection just fine. I am in the Midrealm and have used them there, in Northshield and in Meridies and they have passed without issue.

Fel · Post by **Fel** » Tue Oct 28, 2008 2:49 pm

I havent had a problem with mine. You just need to make sure that the edges of each segment contact the rattan so that all of the force of a blow is transmitted there.

es02 · Post by **es02** » Tue Oct 28, 2008 8:44 pm

I've had gaunts riveted to leather strips stand up to steel combat for years, I see no reason why they wouldn't handle rattan equally well.