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by MiketheBlacksmith
Mon Aug 21, 2023 11:46 am
Forum: Outings
Topic: Handworks 2023
Replies: 1
Views: 3953

Handworks 2023

This has been billed as the largest gathering of hand tool woodworking enthusiasts in the world. No fees to attend. lots of demonstrations and quality tools for sale. Close enough so it has been a day trip for me. Attended the last few events. Anyone interested? From their site "DATES: SEPTEMBE...
by MiketheBlacksmith
Sun Aug 13, 2023 12:36 pm
Forum: Weapons & Armour
Topic: Armor-Making Tools
Replies: 2
Views: 2489

Re: Armor-Making Tools

I would love to have a printed catalog and the notes and research the intern did on the tool collection.
It would be a valuable addition to the knowledge of armor making.
by MiketheBlacksmith
Sun Aug 13, 2023 2:04 am
Forum: Weapons & Armour
Topic: Armor-Making Tools
Replies: 2
Views: 2489

Armor-Making Tools

Just found this video of Adam Savage visiting the Metropolitan Museum of Art workshop. This is one of a few videos he recorded about their tools and armor collection. "The largest single collection of armorer's tools in the world resides at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where they're put to u...
by MiketheBlacksmith
Wed Mar 22, 2023 11:42 pm
Forum: Getting Started
Topic: MERF Random Adventure Pictures
Replies: 545
Views: 410374

Re: MERF Random Adventure Pictures

That is a great night time image!
by MiketheBlacksmith
Wed Mar 22, 2023 11:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What's everyone working on?
Replies: 207
Views: 309578

Re: What's everyone working on?

I will second Tom's comment.
I think those boots look great.
by MiketheBlacksmith
Thu Mar 09, 2023 1:31 pm
Forum: Weapons & Armour
Topic: Forging: How do I get there?
Replies: 3
Views: 2684

Re: Forging: How do I get there?

Mike, the idea was to show what one member is doing. There are hundreds of posts showcasing what members are doing. This is just one more! Peter, that is what I so appreciate about this forum. Members actually create or commission truly fine pieces to fit their persona. There are a lot of talented ...
by MiketheBlacksmith
Thu Mar 09, 2023 12:34 am
Forum: Weapons & Armour
Topic: Forging: How do I get there?
Replies: 3
Views: 2684

Re: Forging: How do I get there?

I have watched Eric's channel and many other you-tube blacksmiths. Yes you can learn watching but if you really want to answer the question " Forging: How do I get there? there is nothing like live demos and being able to ask questions. An place for many to find contacts is through ABANA I have...
by MiketheBlacksmith
Sat Mar 04, 2023 1:25 pm
Forum: Crafts & Skills
Topic: The making of a Dunedain Snapsack
Replies: 30
Views: 15583

Re: The making of a Dunedain Snapsack

Elleth Thank you so much for this detailed instruction thread. The links are most helpful and the pictures /drawings informative. Postings like this are a great way to expand the Ranger knowledge base. I know I learned a few things reading it. The only missing steps I see are... How do I raise a goa...
by MiketheBlacksmith
Fri Mar 03, 2023 2:15 pm
Forum: Non-Tolkien Rangers
Topic: Non-fantasy rangers, other hobbies?
Replies: 20
Views: 8628

Re: Non-fantasy rangers, other hobbies?

Ah I see you're a man of culture as well, Although personally I prefer my model 1886 in .50-110 WCF :lol: Thank you, I see you are one as well. I had a 86 in .50-110 express, also a roller in 50-140 and a number of Sharps,a roller and trapdoors in 50-70. Back then we made 50 brass from 348win. They...
by MiketheBlacksmith
Wed Mar 01, 2023 4:48 am
Forum: Middle-earth Reenactment Society
Topic: "Unpacked" Video Series
Replies: 56
Views: 75770

Re: "Unpacked" Video Series

Thanks for the heads-up. Another great video.
The more you see the more you learn.
by MiketheBlacksmith
Sat Feb 25, 2023 11:53 pm
Forum: The Bard's Stage
Topic: Frodo of the nine fingers
Replies: 0
Views: 12195

Frodo of the nine fingers

Many of you have heard this before. Written by Maury Laws and Jules Bass Originally performed by Glenn Yarbrough as the the Minstrel of Gondor in the animated film, The Return of the King Directed by Jules Bass, Arthur Rankin Jr. This is a great cover by Narcissa. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31w...
by MiketheBlacksmith
Sat Feb 25, 2023 3:35 am
Forum: Hard Kit
Topic: Eriargarch - Blade of the Dúnedain
Replies: 15
Views: 5685

Re: Eriargarch - Blade of the Dúnedain

Congratulations Cimrandir on obtaining a very fine piece of art.

The good taste and talent exhibited on this forum is an inspiration to me.
The pictures are great, it will be a joy to have in ones hand.
by MiketheBlacksmith
Sat Feb 25, 2023 3:24 am
Forum: Non-Tolkien Rangers
Topic: Non-fantasy rangers, other hobbies?
Replies: 20
Views: 8628

Re: Non-fantasy rangers, other hobbies?

Yes ,we can do that. But a duster with a 1873 Winchester in 44WCF better known as .44-40 and a pair of Richards Mason conversions in .44 Colt
by MiketheBlacksmith
Wed Feb 22, 2023 12:04 pm
Forum: The Prancing Pony
Topic: Missed a birthday. The forum just turned 15!
Replies: 6
Views: 5447

Re: Missed a birthday. The forum just turned 15!

I hope this at least doubles in years, I was just lucky enough to find this the start of this year.
Great job to you all!
by MiketheBlacksmith
Wed Feb 22, 2023 12:00 pm
Forum: Weapons & Armour
Topic: New sword, new scabbard, old by-knife.
Replies: 17
Views: 7647

Re: New sword, new scabbard, old by-knife.

Very nice work, many talented folk on this forum. The pictures of so many projects here are inspirational. Thanks to all of you.