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Post by Deleted on May 16, 2008 4:01:55 GMT
Does anyone know were I can buy an asguard aka a arm brace? Lets say Im us it to block someones punch to a block from a sword. So does anyone know were I can buy a pair?
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Post by jjshade on May 16, 2008 17:31:11 GMT
If you're going to use an arm brace, aka. vambrace, for a straight-on full-force block of a sword, I'd say you should have it custom made for that specific purpose.
You're going to need something more sturdy than what the usual "production line" makers like Windlass or Deepeeka can provide. Thicker steel, and a lot of padding - a sword strike can break your arm even if it doesn't penetrate the vambrace.
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Post by Deleted on May 17, 2008 4:49:09 GMT
It doesn't need to be that thick, overall. I agree that most of what I see from Windlass or Deepka would be insufficient, but any reputable SCA armourer should be able to make you vambraces which can take a beating. Either hardened leather, or 16ga splints should be fine.
I have fought in the SCA for almost 4 years now, with nothing on my forearms, and aside from nasty bruises, no other injuries. Then again, I dont try to block with my arm all that much.
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Post by Deleted on May 21, 2008 1:18:51 GMT
Her I thought you were asking about an ASSguard LOL.
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