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I am a huge fan of historical arms and armors (armours?) and have been wanting to build a suit of armor for a very long time now. But if you are like me (live in an apartment...restricted to a very slim budget...limited access to tools) you find yourself with a whole lot of desire and information but not a lot of armor.
This can be frustrating beyond belief!! However during my research I discovered a way for someone to make a piece of armor for under $200 depending upon their particular size and weight!!
That's when I discovered LAMELLAR!!
Tools (poor guy version):
*A drill
*Phillips Head Drill Bit
*Metal cutting drill bits
* A piece of wood
*A marking device(pen, marker colored pencil)
*Clamps
*Screws
Rich Guy Tools(if ya got em):
*Drill Press
*Vice
Materials:
3.5 x 1.5 in Mending Braces (mine came from my local Lowe's Home Improvement store)
Paracord
Lighter
Scissors or Knife
How many plates do i need?:
I don't know. that's something you will have to figure out on you own.
What I did to figure out the number of plates i needed was the following:
1) Buy ten packages of Mending Braces
2) Measure from nipple to nipple on the chest you will be making the armor for
3) Lay enough plates down in a row to equal or exceed the measurement...depending on your desired area of protection
= Write down that number and don't lose it=
4) Measure from nipple to waistline on the torso you will be making the armor for
5) Lay enough plates down in a vertically overlapping column to equal or exceed the measurement...depending on your desired area of protection
= Write down that number and don't lose it=
Multiply your two numbers and that will give you your base line
Multiply that number by 2 and you have your front and back plate count
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Do the same thing for your sides then add them all together and you have your plate count
Mine came out to 168 plates
At this point you will have purchased your plates and congrats for getting this far
==BUT WAIT!!!===
The plates you bought have holes in them.... but they don't tie together!!
WHAT??!!
In order to have them tie together properly you will have to add some holes...hence the drill and bits
Now feel free to add your holes where ever you want, however you want...my way is not the only way
Also feel free to modify your plates
round tops, fluted tops, d shaped sides, fish scales....whatever you want it to look like
WAIT!!! STOP!!! HOLD UP!!
Just do ONE PLATE the way you want your holes, that one will become your MASTER PLATE
1) Place your plate on the wood... bumps up
2)Using your marking tool, color in the holes
3) Remove plate
4) Drill small hole in each spot you colored
5) Mark plate for new holes
6)Clamp wood to stable surface
7) Place marked plates back onto the wood
8) Drill screws into holes, securing plate into place
9) Drill new holes through marked area on plate
We know that the time, energy and money that goes towards finding and purchasing the right sword can be a serious investment. We want to make your experience as satisfying and straightforward as possible, so whether it’s your first sword or you’re a long time collector, here are a few factors to consider when finding your perfect sword.
To begin, ask yourself these three questions to help narrow down your search.
Ryan Whittlinger, founder of Kult of Athena, talks about building your collection.
There are three different classes of swords: Decorative, Functional, and Sport Combat (also known as Stage Combat).
Decorative swords are made for display only. They are not constructed the same way as combat weapons, and therefore should not be used as such. Most lower cost swords available are considered decorative, despite what some dealers may lead you to believe. They are most commonly made of stainless or untempered carbon steel with thin welded on tangs (the part of the blade that goes into the grip). Decorative swords range in price from about $15 – $300, and range in quality correspondingly. These are a great choice for anyone who is interested in swords but does not intend to use force with their sword. Since the swords are still sharpened they can withstand light cutting such as weeds and brush, but these items really shine when saved for decorating, costuming, and collecting purposes. Their stainless steel material means that they require little maintenance to stay looking great for years to come. You’ll find the largest range of styles in this category, from historic replicas, to fantasy items and to movie props.
Also known as Battle Ready swords, functional weapons start at $100 before going up from there. Like their original counterpart, these weapons are typically made of carbon steel. The weapons in this category have longer and thicker blade tangs that are forged as part of the blade. These pieces are necessary for those planning to use their sword, rather than display it. Great for cutting exercises, martial arts, or battle reenactment these battle ready swords come available with varying tips and edge thickness so be sure to thoroughly check product descriptions. Functional swords can come sharpened or unsharpened depending on the manufacturer – that information is also available on product pages.
Even battle ready swords will inevitably become damaged or break when struck. Despite what you may have seen in movies or historical reenactments a blade’s edge is easily damaged in edge to edge contact. But behold, Sport Combat swords. These swords are specifically made to withstand repeated blade on blade combat in theatrical style duels. Their composition is thicker and heavier than functional swords, usually with rounded tips and edges. This category ranges in price from about $90-$200. They tend to be a bit cruder looking than functional swords, and sacrifice some historical accuracy in exchange for durability. Sport combat swords most often have the whole grip forged as one with the blade. Click here to see our Sport Combat line.
Sword prices begin at $15 and effectively have no cap. Like we mentioned above, your intended use of the sword will determine your price range. Consider these starting prices as basic guidelines:
Knowing these rough estimates will help you determine what sword you can buy within your budget. For example if you have determined that you want a functional sword, but only have budgeted $40, it might be worth it to look at different options or bide some time and save. We try to offer as many options that suit everyone’s budget.
Now that you’ve sorted out the details, choosing the right sword only becomes a matter of preference. There are hundreds of different sword styles available and your chosen category and price range will help to select your perfect sword. Ask yourself, do you want historical accuracy? A particular culture such as Roman or Viking? A fantasy blade? This should be the easiest question to answer. Our different sections allow you to peruse different swords from various categories and price points to help you narrow down your search.
Hopefully this guide will help you to make an informed choice and as always, if you have any questions or need further assistance, send us an and we’re here to help.
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