Not a painting or gaming post, but just an update on what I've been up to. Here's the start of a 15th Century Italian/Milanese style armor kit. A newly arrived breastplate next to the Sallet and bevor.
The 15th C. Italian style breastplate arrived yesterday. It's made by a company called Lord of Battles - an Indian maker carried by Kult of Athena. It's under $100 - less shipping. The placart (belly plate) is attached by sliding rivets to the breastplate. There is a single fauld at the bottom of the placart.
The sliding rivets allow for the length of the breastplate to adjust to the wearer. They come in Medium - which is what this one is; Large and Extra Large. The sizing is more for the width. This one fits very well with the arming jacket and mail haubergeon under it.
After cutting off the ends of the sliding rivets (yellow arrows), I peened them tighter to the highest position. The overall length is about 17 inches - to the bottom of the fauld.
It has a very nice rounded shape which is historically correct. Many reproduction breastplates are too flat. A pair of Milanese mitten gauntlets and spaulders are next - once those arrive and fitted, I'll have some photos of the whole kit. Apologies, for the lack of the brushwork and gaming and thanks for visiting.
Wow! Quite a collection you're building up there, Dean - I turn my back for two minutes and you're rivalling the Royal Armouries at Leeds!
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If you're planning on fighting in this kit, just be sure to have a ball-peen hammer handy - everyone wants to be the first to put a ding in a shiny new breastplate!
Thanks, Ev! Yes, I've read on blogs and sites with actual fighters. They love to dent each others armor! Guess that's the fun part :) Warm regards, Dean
DeleteWhat superb looking armour Dean. Fabulous display pieces and so impressive to wear too, I'm sure.
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Jason
Thanks for the kind words, Jason. Warm regards, Dean
DeleteNice additions!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Phil. Best, Dean
DeleteMy goodness Dean, that looks impressive, but of course you know what we al want to see...
ReplyDeleteAppreciate the encouraging words, Michael. Hope to have the rest of the kit soon. Warm regards, Dean
DeleteThis looks so cool :)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Simon. I was musing about where I can put it on display without upsetting my wife :) Best, Dean
DeleteMore good kit, Dean!
ReplyDeleteThank you kindly, Aaron. The breastplate is a fine addition - and fits very nicely too. Best, Dean
DeleteA very cool looking kit Dean!
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Thanks, Christopher. Just need a couple more pieces to complete it. Warm regards, Dean
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