The CoP is made from 5.5 oz leather that I picked up at Brettun's Leather for $50 (including shipping). I used brass rivets with steel washers (bad, I know) and 16ga mild steel plates. I'm using the Wisby #1 pattern.

The spaulders are an odd story. One is 14ga mild and the other is 16ga mild. I use the heavier one for my left arm and the lighter one for my right arm (sword arm). If I decide to go two sword or greatsword, I don't have to worry about a righthander bashing in my shoulder cap because I have that sturdy 14ga cop to protect me.

The splinted stuff is all 16ga mild steel (even the fluted cops) and is riveted to 10oz vegetable tanned leather I bought from Siegel's of California. I don't recommend them anymore because I've found that Brettun's doesn't screw my order up, but that's another rant

The axe was made by a friend of mine who lives in the SJ/SF area and posts under the moniker Abaddon on another board.

I understand that this setup is similar to what someone involved in the Battle of Wisby would have worn, so I'm also interested (thanks to T-Bob) to find out what kind of clothing you'd find on someone wearing this armour. Any input is appreaciated, both on the armour and the clothing needed.

Also, what kind of helmet would be appropriate to finish this thing off? I was thinking of a Sugarloaf, but I've got little historical knowledge. Thanks. Oh, and what kind of sabatons, if any?
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[ 04-24-2001: Message edited by: Clay ]

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Very nice! I remember your old kit, and this is a world of improvement. It looks like a harness, and you ought to be proud of your efforts. The next one will be even nicer I have no doubt.

As an aside, I do believe thickness in real harness is variable - the thickest point facing the greatest threat. Your designing your harness in this way is very Medieval in spirit.

Keep up the good work, and congrats on your nuptuals!

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Helms. Depending on where you are or want to be persona wise, you've got a harness that is not out of place from the early 1300's to the early 1400's - lots of latitude. May I suggest you start with some version of a Great Helm? Actually, since you've got nothing but time on your hands why don't you start with a flat-top great helm and work your way up to a Pembridge? Then add a cervelliere under it for a more authentic look/feel - followed by a Klapvisier Bascinet and then a Hundskugel! There - you've got all the major time periods/locations covered and you can show the transitions from one style to another

Seriously though - nothing says "I am not to be trifled with", better than a flat-top Great Helm. I highly recommend it.

[ 04-28-2001: Message edited by: Hammered Wombat ]

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