Wednesday, October 14, 2015

Apologies, and a Padded Gambeson

First off, sincerest apologies to my fellow bloggers as I've not visited as many of your sites as I had wished. Somewhat busier than normal at work, and also returning to an earlier passion - Late Medieval armor. Seems the timing for this is fortuitous as there is so much relatively inexpensive reproduction stuff being made in India and elsewhere. I ended up getting a padded gambeson that is very similar to the one once owned by Charles VI of France, and still in existence. Here it is below with the other stuff recently acquired - the belt is actually on loan from my wife.
"We just have to step on his toes and he'll stop."
The gambeson is made in India, and was actually shipped from there and arrived in a only a couple of weeks.
"Yeah, he's up."
I should get some better foot protection, but I just got home from work and opened the box and couldn't wait to try it on. I know I'm getting on my wife's nerves asking her to take pictures of me too.
"Leave the DVD player, it's not worth it!"
Hope to get back to painting soon - but this 1:1 stuff is a bit fun. ;) Cheers!
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  1. Jonathan FreitagOctober 14, 2015 at 7:20 PM

    Ah, just in time for Halloween!
    In the words of Billy Crystal, "You look MARVELOUS!"

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    1. DeanMOctober 14, 2015 at 8:57 PM

      Lol, thanks for that, Jonathan. Regards, Dean

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  2. The Angry LurkerOctober 14, 2015 at 11:37 PM

    Looking good Sir Dean!

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    1. DeanMOctober 15, 2015 at 6:02 AM

      Appreciate the knighthood, Fran! Best, Dean

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  3. HobbyworkerOctober 15, 2015 at 1:52 AM

    Stunning armour Dean!

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  4. RodgerOctober 15, 2015 at 2:17 AM

    Very cool Dean!

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  5. Phil COctober 15, 2015 at 9:44 AM

    Awesome!

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  6. Michael AwdryOctober 15, 2015 at 12:01 PM

    Well you can't stop now, you'll have to finish off the outfit - it's just looking too good not to.

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    1. MillsyOctober 15, 2015 at 2:30 PM

      You beat me too it Michael. Once you start it's very hard to stop!

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    2. DeanMOctober 15, 2015 at 4:27 PM

      Thanks, Gents! You know in certain circles, you could be called enablers :) I appreciate it! Warm regards, Dean

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  7. MontyOctober 15, 2015 at 2:58 PM

    Looks awesome, Dean! You're now ready for the Zombie Apocalypse.

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    1. DeanMOctober 15, 2015 at 4:28 PM

      Thanks, Monty. What little I know of zombies is decapitation can cure them :) Regards, Dean

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  8. Christopher(aka Axebreaker)October 15, 2015 at 5:55 PM

    Your sure having fun and it looks great!

    Christopher

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    1. DeanMOctober 15, 2015 at 9:33 PM

      Thanks, Christopher. I'm sure I'll get back to miniatures after I've had my fill of this distraction. Warm Regards, Dean

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  9. Black PowderOctober 16, 2015 at 12:04 AM

    Very cool indeed, but don't visit the local bank in this outfit, might give them the wrong impression ;0)

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    1. DeanMOctober 16, 2015 at 7:05 AM

      Lol! Thanks, Soren. If I did, I would have to be on horseback. :) Regards, Dean

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  10. PaulalbaOctober 17, 2015 at 1:38 AM

    Excellent, brilliant purchase Dean! Would look great with doc Martin boots!

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    1. DeanMOctober 17, 2015 at 10:08 AM

      Thanks a lot, Paul. I'm actually planning to get a set of leg harness - and maybe sabatons :) Regards, Dean

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  11. RabOctober 17, 2015 at 9:06 AM

    Ah, I just sold all my armour - this makes me regret it! You look suitably chivalrous :)

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    1. DeanMOctober 17, 2015 at 10:13 AM

      Thank you kindly, Rab. I would love to see your a photo of your gear. Best, Dean

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  12. Stefan (aka. Monty)October 19, 2015 at 12:53 AM

    Nice gambeson. I'm looking forward to seeing you in full armour though.
    ;-)

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    1. DeanMOctober 19, 2015 at 6:11 AM

      Thanks, Monty - yes, yes, I do want to add leg armor for sure. Regards, Dean

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  13. PhilOctober 22, 2015 at 12:43 AM

    Creative, funny and excellent post Sir Dean...

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    1. DeanMOctober 22, 2015 at 6:13 AM

      Thanks, Phil! My oldest boy just showed me Paint.net and the Magic Wand :)! Kind of had a good time doing it. Best, Dean

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  14. Doc SmithOctober 23, 2015 at 4:51 AM

    Your parking spot or place at the front of ANY queue is guaranteed!

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  15. PaintPigOctober 23, 2015 at 7:24 AM

    Japanese Hawaiian feudal man at arms, whats not to like LOL

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    1. DeanMOctober 23, 2015 at 11:44 AM

      I give it my all, Dave. :) Warm regards, Dean

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  16. BaconfatOctober 31, 2015 at 4:10 PM

    You are a silly goose; that is hilarious.

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  17. Jonathan FreitagNovember 6, 2015 at 11:25 AM

    Hilarious antics!

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  18. The KiwiNovember 8, 2015 at 8:49 PM

    That's some fun photoshop! great stuff! :)

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  19. Ted HenkleNovember 22, 2015 at 12:00 PM

    Love your "CGI!" No apologies necessary about visiting other bloggers. I'm guilty of the same thing. My own projects keep me busy enough that I don't have time to catch up on what everyone else is doing.

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  20. Ted HenkleNovember 22, 2015 at 12:00 PM

    Love your "CGI!" No apologies necessary about visiting other bloggers. I'm guilty of the same thing. My own projects keep me busy enough that I don't have time to catch up on what everyone else is doing.

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