Looks like it's going to be a bit of a ride getting this thing close to correct. But with a little luck, some effort, and lots of swearing, it just might work out.
Maybe.. ??
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NuqvXXNm55I
Well, still no further than we were before. There are many examples out there with ornate blades and some without anything.
Also, I have found a handful of scabbard that are in fact shiny like that. And the screws appear to be correct as well.
Aaarrgg....
(still leaning towards a definite maybe...)
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7F_gQrgSrk
Sometimes you're the windshield.
Sometimes you're the bug.
Sometimes...well, sometimes, just...
aaaaarrrrgggghhhh.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R3UpOhIl3bk
Today we test out some whistling arrow tips to see if:
A) They actually work
And
2) They hold together, or grenade apart.
Here's a link to where you can get them if you're interested:
DarkForest DB-14 Whistle Broadheads 125 Grain Signal Arrowhead, Use for Signal Sound to Locate or to Fun with Friends, 6-Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079GNPLVQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_SbbKCb7THKER0
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=013d14Xm6lo
Not really sure why I didn't actually try to document this fiasco from. the beginning?, but hey. Here we are.
Another rabbit hole ventured into..
The armor will be forthcoming. Hopefully I have the presence of mind to grab some footage, so you can do the exact opposite of everything I mess up! ?
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vtSWOxvJcA
We're at the tail end of this project. I made a few changes along the way (Semper Gumby), and I think - for my first attempt - didn't do TOO badly.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zk7swCNeAuA