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Offline Apex Predator

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Making my first armguard!
« on: July 23, 2009, 08:07:00 AM »
I've started my first armguard.  I needed a new one, so decided to build my own.  I studied as many photos as I could find online and came up with this design.  My old ones were thinner and would curl up in the front by my wrist.  This one has two layers of 8 oz veg tanned leather.  I thought the snakeskin would add something special, and I was right.  I didn't get the pattern lined up perfectly, but I still think it's gonna be sharp.  I still have to stitch the second oval, remove a few scales on the skin, figure out how I want to rig the straps, stain it, and burnish the edges.  I've got about 2 hours in stitching alone, and am not finished yet!  I really don't know how someone can build and sell these for $40-50.  I was hoping you guys could give me an idea on the securing system.  I will use stretch cord if necessary, but think rawhide lace would look much better.  What do you folks think?

 

 

 
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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #1 on: July 23, 2009, 08:23:00 AM »
Nice Marty, very nice!
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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #2 on: July 23, 2009, 08:30:00 AM »
Very nice   :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:    

How about some antler tips and elastic for securing? Put 3 tips, evenly spaced, down one side and elastic loops down the other.

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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #3 on: July 23, 2009, 08:42:00 AM »
Looks great Marty.

Chris has a great idea with the antler tips or maybe antler buttons and loops.
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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #4 on: July 23, 2009, 08:46:00 AM »
Nice job.  The stitching looks great.  I agree with Chris on the antler buttons.
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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #5 on: July 23, 2009, 09:17:00 AM »
Looks awful,you should send it to me and I will dispose of it properly..lol!!! Nice job, the snake skin looks great. Very well done.
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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #6 on: July 23, 2009, 09:22:00 AM »
Thanks folks!  What should I finish the skins with?  It needs to be flexible, obviously.
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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #7 on: July 23, 2009, 09:26:00 AM »
Thats awesome! Well done!
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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #8 on: July 23, 2009, 10:55:00 AM »
sweet that is awesome, after this season I am going to start building one to.Blake
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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #9 on: July 23, 2009, 11:11:00 AM »
Here is 2 that i have made, i like this securing system a lot.
 
 
 
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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #10 on: July 23, 2009, 12:00:00 PM »
That looks great Rick.  I think I will do something similar with leather lacing, and an antler button to cinch tight on the bottom.
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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #11 on: July 23, 2009, 08:02:00 PM »
Maybe a buffalo head nickle instead of antler. Hap
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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #12 on: July 23, 2009, 11:06:00 PM »
Marty,
 Montana Pitch Blend should be perfect on the skins and leather....

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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #13 on: July 24, 2009, 02:37:00 AM »
Its got snake skin ,I'd use snake vertabrae for the buttons, from a large snake of course.
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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #14 on: July 25, 2009, 07:00:00 AM »
Last night I applied a light stain, and made some buttons.  I found a section of antler just the right size with a little character.  These are two piece buttons, with a smaller diameter piece glued on the underside.  I think it is more functional this way.  I laced it up and was not happy with the raw hide.  I didn't have enough hands to make it easy for me.  I will pick up some stretch cord today.  This thing is really stiff as well.  Will neets foot oil soften it and make it a little more pliable?

 

 

 
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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #15 on: July 25, 2009, 12:24:00 PM »
Neatsfoot will soften and also darken the leather if that doesnt bother..it looks excellent though,,you did a great job..burnish the edges with some glycerin soap and a smooth bone..that will really enhance your work
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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #16 on: July 25, 2009, 12:37:00 PM »
Yep, I plan to burnish the edge.
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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #17 on: July 25, 2009, 01:15:00 PM »
Thats a nice design and I think it looks great. If ya make another, give me a shout. I just might buy one off of ya!  :thumbsup:
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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #18 on: July 25, 2009, 10:40:00 PM »
Dang Marty! You never cease to amaze me!! That is a sweet looking guard you're makin.   :thumbsup:
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Re: Making my first armguard!
« Reply #19 on: July 26, 2009, 12:32:00 AM »
You are a skillful craftsman my friend.  Very nice work  :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:  

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