jacobite Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 I had the same pair for years as part of My 16th cen Sapnish age of exploration kit ....And they went though hell and back..I cant tll how many times they were soaked beyond belief and they never did any damage to my feet....Although i did step ona nail durring drakes raid one year and it rent right through them,,, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Brand Posted June 25, 2007 Author Share Posted June 25, 2007 Niiiiice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. Sterling Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 Sandals ...I want some inexpensive rope sandals. They will be only for the occasion that I may be in slops and shirt. I would attempt to make them but I have other more pressing projects to attend to.I know there are links elsewhere on the pub and will search when I have time and the inkling. Until then, does anyone have any warnings against them? Problem with rope sandals is finding ones actually made out of natural fiber... especially hemp... most of the stuff I've come across are either just plain wrong style wise or nylon. Better, if you can, to save up for the correct buckle shoes... you can wear them all year as well... rope sandals could be rather uncomfortable at some of the winter events other than PiP "I being shot through the left cheek, the bullet striking away great part of my upper jaw, and several teeth which dropt down the deck where I fell... I was forced to write what I would say to prevent the loss of blood, and because of the pain I suffered by speaking."~ Woodes Rogers Crewe of the Archangel http://jcsterlingcptarchang.wix.com/creweofthearchangel# http://creweofthearchangel.wordpress.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. Sterling Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 Best to remove your shoes ere you go a swimmin'. Another plus for good leather buckle shoes... no they don't keep yer feet dry, but they will manage getting wet and if you let them dry on yer feet... man perfect fit! "I being shot through the left cheek, the bullet striking away great part of my upper jaw, and several teeth which dropt down the deck where I fell... I was forced to write what I would say to prevent the loss of blood, and because of the pain I suffered by speaking."~ Woodes Rogers Crewe of the Archangel http://jcsterlingcptarchang.wix.com/creweofthearchangel# http://creweofthearchangel.wordpress.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. Sterling Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 Here is the link: http://www.grassrootsnaturalgoods.com/foot...otwear/048.html No offense but from the sandal threads over in Twill, these don't come close to the proper style "I being shot through the left cheek, the bullet striking away great part of my upper jaw, and several teeth which dropt down the deck where I fell... I was forced to write what I would say to prevent the loss of blood, and because of the pain I suffered by speaking."~ Woodes Rogers Crewe of the Archangel http://jcsterlingcptarchang.wix.com/creweofthearchangel# http://creweofthearchangel.wordpress.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Hand Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 I don't think anyone will kick ye outta camp fer weari' a pair o' rope sandels.......... Well if that be th' best ye can come up wit'...... But.... a good pair of period shoes would be much better.................. <aaaaargh... me an' me good period typin'> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. Sterling Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 Oh I'm not saying kick them out of camp... just can't see folks spending money on something that is either not right or that can't get them through the whole year... especially if money IS an issue... "I being shot through the left cheek, the bullet striking away great part of my upper jaw, and several teeth which dropt down the deck where I fell... I was forced to write what I would say to prevent the loss of blood, and because of the pain I suffered by speaking."~ Woodes Rogers Crewe of the Archangel http://jcsterlingcptarchang.wix.com/creweofthearchangel# http://creweofthearchangel.wordpress.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fayma Callahan Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 Perhaps not period correct, maybe the wrong "style" but certainly a safer option. I would hate to see Silkie's feet suffer for the sake of a style that would still be out of period correctness. Safety is a concern, at least from my personal experience. The question posed originally, was in regards to safety and comfort. I am sure that the camp would understand this. http://picasaweb.google.com/jamesacallahan100 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. Sterling Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 Somewhere on the pub or the Archangel site, I believe Chole posted instructions on how to turn a pair of desert boots into period looking shoes... another cheap, safe and a better period appearance product... I'll see if I can find the thread... Again, as Silkie is a part of the Archangel crew, I would hate for her to spend money on something that won't get her into trouble at PiP but very well may get her banned from the field at some of the events we attend. Silkie, pm me with what size shoe ye wear... we do have some extras in the crewe. "I being shot through the left cheek, the bullet striking away great part of my upper jaw, and several teeth which dropt down the deck where I fell... I was forced to write what I would say to prevent the loss of blood, and because of the pain I suffered by speaking."~ Woodes Rogers Crewe of the Archangel http://jcsterlingcptarchang.wix.com/creweofthearchangel# http://creweofthearchangel.wordpress.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. Sterling Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 Shoe conversion not much different from the lower/middling sort shoe from the earlier GAoP. If possible keep the tongue long, and the cutout smaller "I being shot through the left cheek, the bullet striking away great part of my upper jaw, and several teeth which dropt down the deck where I fell... I was forced to write what I would say to prevent the loss of blood, and because of the pain I suffered by speaking."~ Woodes Rogers Crewe of the Archangel http://jcsterlingcptarchang.wix.com/creweofthearchangel# http://creweofthearchangel.wordpress.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Roberts Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 So since we are on the subject of shoes. How about the Fugawee Concords? Fugawee I know they aren't straight lasted, but can't be spending $160 on a custom pair. ( would have to buy 2 pairs one for me and one for my wife.) Should I just bite the bullet and wait awhile? C&D Jarnagin These are just a bit steep, but more correct. I don't know, I'm so frustrated when it comes to this issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. Sterling Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 So since we are on the subject of shoes. How about the Fugawee Concords?Fugawee I know they aren't straight lasted, but can't be spending $160 on a custom pair. ( would have to buy 2 pairs one for me and one for my wife.) Should I just bite the bullet and wait awhile? C&D Jarnagin These are just a bit steep, but more correct. I don't know, I'm so frustrated when it comes to this issue. The problem with Jarnagin, they sound good but the pictures they show are for the later style Rev. War shoes... when I asked them to send me one I never heard back... been over a year now... As to Fugawee Either the Franklin or the Concord comes pretty close until someone starts making the proper item in an affordable price range. For them that have small feet.. and can fit in the larger sizes of the Ladies (aye I said Ladies) Debbie shoe... you have the tongue and the higher heel if that is the look ye want... I think they said they go up to a 12... If I recall correctly, check out GOF's site, there are some smaller heels in his picture collection of originals..as well as the Town Cries of London print series for more low heels, although not all... a lot of prints from the time show very high heels even for men... "I being shot through the left cheek, the bullet striking away great part of my upper jaw, and several teeth which dropt down the deck where I fell... I was forced to write what I would say to prevent the loss of blood, and because of the pain I suffered by speaking."~ Woodes Rogers Crewe of the Archangel http://jcsterlingcptarchang.wix.com/creweofthearchangel# http://creweofthearchangel.wordpress.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Roberts Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 Aye, Thankee Capt'n. So I don't have to feel like I'm cheating when I grab a couple of concords. I've often thought about the higher heels for an impression, but I'm not ready to go that high class just yet. With them fancy foot things, I might just have to get a wig. I'm just looking for a good ol' shoe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Hand Posted July 2, 2007 Share Posted July 2, 2007 I've been keeping busy lately..... I bought a Blunderbuss from callenish gunner, and made a few changes to it.... Now I can play in the battle this year.... I re-finished the stock... carved initials into the butt, added a button and swivel for a sling, and ground off the ring around the muzzle... the butt... And the front swivel, and the Muzzle.... Kinda funny, I liked the ring around the muzzle, but I didn't want my buss to look like everyone elses....so I hadda change it...... Yesterday, I made a belt hook for my crumby pistol..... I might have to get a better one for PiP.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Hand Posted July 2, 2007 Share Posted July 2, 2007 I also finished all the button holes on my wool waistcoat, and made a pair of trousers.... For my Birthday, Tales of The Seven Seas gave me a gift certificate... so I bought some hemp canvas. I still have to make another pair, and then three pairs of drawers outta linen..... and a close-up of the pocket and fly... They are sewn together with linen thread, and all visible seams are hand sewn.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Brand Posted July 2, 2007 Author Share Posted July 2, 2007 Kinda funny, I liked the ring around the muzzle, but I didn't want my buss to look like everyone elses....so I hadda change it...... I love you. I also despise you for having better kit than mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Hand Posted July 2, 2007 Share Posted July 2, 2007 Oh Yah.... And a sword belt..... Right now, I'm using my Civil War cartridgebox..... But I have one of Capt. Midnight's Whydah Cartridgeboxes coming soon...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary Diamond Posted July 2, 2007 Share Posted July 2, 2007 Lovely job, as always, Patrick! Your updates are wonderful, especially the photos (visual person, that's me) ~ a constant reminder that my kit, still in its infancy, has a long way to go ~ but I have goals to shoot for! Oooh, shiny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theM.A.dDogge Posted July 3, 2007 Share Posted July 3, 2007 yes...yes...Patrick has a lovely butt....i mean on his blunberbuss...i mean..oh forget it we did the same to our blunders and doglocks.....browned the barrels...linseeded the stocks....i just havn'e carved my butt....i mean ...i...i......oh just forget it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Hand Posted July 3, 2007 Share Posted July 3, 2007 browned the barrels...linseeded the stocks.. I figured that I'd leave the barrel white, but I might linseed it befor PiP. It was kinda interesting watching Blaze's buss grow rust right befor our eyes last year...... But I wanna make a mixture of linseed oil and beeswax for the stock. I figure it won't be quite as shinny as just lineseed oil.... I also want to take the shine off the lock, and age the brass. (after cleaning the brass, everytine you clean the gun, rub the fowled patch over the brass.... it ages it nicely) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. Sterling Posted July 4, 2007 Share Posted July 4, 2007 Okay, I have a question about allowing weapons to "age"...and what exactly do we mean when aging a weapon other than say a few nicks in the wood or perhaps a few scratches on the metal? Granted the Sea Rover's Practice says rust was a major battle but the author also states that folks were expected to keep their arms fit for service: "free of rust, well-oiled, and in the case of edged weapons, "bright" as well as sharp, both edge and point.". page, 86 If your life depended on the reliability of your weapons...just how many would be in horrible shape or badly rusted? "I being shot through the left cheek, the bullet striking away great part of my upper jaw, and several teeth which dropt down the deck where I fell... I was forced to write what I would say to prevent the loss of blood, and because of the pain I suffered by speaking."~ Woodes Rogers Crewe of the Archangel http://jcsterlingcptarchang.wix.com/creweofthearchangel# http://creweofthearchangel.wordpress.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Hand Posted July 4, 2007 Share Posted July 4, 2007 I have a question about allowing weapons to "age" Basicaly just the normal wear of a well taken care of weapon.... a few dings in the stock, the finish slightly worn around the wrist and foreslock. The brass slightly tarnished, but not crusty.....The metal would be clean and bright not rusty, but also not mirror shinny as if it was just buffed by a modern power tool.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theM.A.dDogge Posted July 5, 2007 Share Posted July 5, 2007 yeah i agree....you can tell a well loved,well maintained but still well worn gun....versus a brand spankin new gun thats never been used.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. Sterling Posted July 5, 2007 Share Posted July 5, 2007 Speaking of which.... **sigh**... still haven't even had the chance to fire the one you guys gave me... although Dad and I certainly did mess about with it this past weekend... not to mention, he gave me a ton of lead balls, several nice locks to auction off, a pc glover's needle and a bunch of proper leather working tools... baldrics and waist carriages as soon as the clothing pile I have to finish is complete! "I being shot through the left cheek, the bullet striking away great part of my upper jaw, and several teeth which dropt down the deck where I fell... I was forced to write what I would say to prevent the loss of blood, and because of the pain I suffered by speaking."~ Woodes Rogers Crewe of the Archangel http://jcsterlingcptarchang.wix.com/creweofthearchangel# http://creweofthearchangel.wordpress.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelsbagley Posted July 13, 2007 Share Posted July 13, 2007 Oh Yah....And a sword belt..... Right now, I'm using my Civil War cartridgebox..... But I have one of Capt. Midnight's Whydah Cartridgeboxes coming soon...... Hey Patrick, I've been working on putting together a sword belt similar to this, based on one of the line drawings from "Swords and Blades of the American Revolution", and I was wondering about how you stitched yours. It looks like you used saddle stitching, but the peice of leather for the frog is only sewn at the bottom, my questions is, how far up does the leather peice for the frog go up on the inside of the belt? Just enough to hold? Half way up? Most of the way? Thanks in advance for any help you can provide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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