Christmas Gift for my Son

**ASinclair** · 13th December 13, 08:38 AM

Tomak,

That's wonderful leatherwork. I'm sure your son will be pleased.

Merry Christmas,
Allen

**Laird_M** · 13th December 13, 08:46 AM

Very nice indeed and just the sort of thing I'd have loved when I used to do re-enactment.
I'm sure he'll be very happy with them.

**grizzbass** · 13th December 13, 10:45 AM

very beautiful work.

**HippieLee** · 13th December 13, 12:06 PM

I hate to be greedy but might you be inclined to post up a pic of the back side too? I want to make my daughter something similar and am waffling on what type of connectors to use. Donnie at Wyvern (and Scott/Artificer) are such inspirations I learn something new every time I see even just a picture of their work.

Congrats to you and your son on such a fine Christmas present!

**Tomak** · 13th December 13, 12:16 PM

As requested, here you go and good luck on your project.

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**HippieLee** · 13th December 13, 05:05 PM

Originally Posted by Tomak

As requested, here you go and good luck on your project.

Thank you very kindly, Sir! My daughter will be the arbiter of whether or not I have succeeded lol.

**Jock Scot** · 13th December 13, 12:16 PM

OK. I have to ask, what are they, they are worn somewhere I presume------yes, yes, I know that they are "bracers" apparently---- and just what are they used for? I hope that you don't mind me asking.

**Tomak** · 13th December 13, 12:19 PM

They are worn on the forearms. They were originally a form of armor commonly made from leather or iron. They are a very popular costume piece for Ren Faires and other costumed events.

**Jock Scot** · 13th December 13, 12:24 PM

Originally Posted by Tomak

They are worn on the forearms. They were originally a form of armor commonly made from leather or iron. They are a very popular costume piece for Ren Faires and other costumed events.

I am obliged to you, sir. Thank you.