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First Plate Armour


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  • 3 weeks later...

Great project Sam! So many different and interesting projects on IFI, I really joined to get info on knifemaking but you guys continually surprize and inspire me to expand my horizons. Keep up the good work and keep those photos coming.

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  • 8 months later...

Hi Sam. Looks like you're off to a flying start there. I'd love to see how it worked out for you, what method of articulation joints you used ect ect. I am also currently in the process of fabricating some medieval armour and would be happy to give tips or advice on anything you may be having trouble with or be willing to trade ideas about. Most of my kit so far has been made out of 3mm aluminium. Not the greatest medium to work with. However I have managed to successfully do a couple of complex bends so far on a 14th harness I am currently working on. I will upload some piccys when I get a chance. I don't have an anvil but I do have a T-bar stake I made and a few other odd shaping tools I use. I generally do a lot of raising as opposed to sinking as I find it gives me greater controll and a better surface finish. The effects of work hardening from cold working in this manner are also a great boon. Especially when working with stainless steel.

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