So I'll be going to a Renaissance Fair in the Sarasota Renaissance fair in Florida in November but I'm worried it's going to be extra hot due to the El nino and don't want to have to get out of the armor after about 30 minutes to an hour of being in it any recommendations would be greatly appreciated
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Hi everyone,
I had a question about the upper cannon/rerebrace style popular in the 16th century (if I'm not mistaken), like the one pictured. As far as I am aware, to allow it to pivot freely, the rerebrace consisted of a metal tube encasing the upper arm.
My question was regarding fit. Given that the human arm is not actually circular but rather oblong, does this mean there are gaps at the sides of the arms? I'm trying to picture how such a piece of armour might fit someone with large biceps/triceps, and I can only imagine it'd lead to massive gaps on either side of the arm and an enormous metal tube.
Thanks in advance for any help!
I’m not a fighter or planning on actually using it but I want to make sure I don’t get some armor that feels light and cheap. Any websites for recommendations if this is possible? Thank you
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I won’t be fighting in it and will be wearing it occasionally. I just don’t want cheap aluminum armour I want it to be historically accurate and real. Is my budget realistic?
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Hi everyone, I'm new to medieval history and I saw this French armor with this helmet with the crown, could anyone tell me what era it's from? (Year and if he is a high nobilty member) thanks to all of you.
I mean if you have a seller who sells leg armor of which the size can be chosen di not hesistat.
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Just finished building this armour out of aluminum sheets.
Opinions and tips are welcome.
The fabric coming of the shoulders in strips. What are they.
I have a helmet but it was really hot out so I didn't put it on.
I didn’t want to wear full plate, as my sister is already wearing full armor, so I took a lot of inspiration from Burgundian Mercenaries in the 15th century. While budget constraints hinder what I can get right now, I’d love to hear y’all’s input on what I could acquire to look more fashionable
Edit/Addendum: Thank you all for the amazing feedback! I have a lot to consider in the next upgrades to my outfit, and appreciate the insight and trivia involving the period I’m vaguely reenacting
First time in full kit like this, spent a lot of time putting it all together. Let me know what you think!
What should i change or add to this kit? It pourpose is mainly for battles (that is why i dont have spauldrons). I also have rondels but they are not attached yet.