New Sporran Chain

[Dave K]

I had some extra jump rings around so I made this for the Sac. Scottish Games. For those who weave mail; this is Captive Inverted Round, Stainless Steel (yeah, its heavy) 16gauge, 3/8" I.D. It took about 8 hours to make. I finished at 2:30am the morning of the Games. Now to make my aluminum chain mail sporran.

[skauwt]

that chain is some nice workmanship,
ive been after a few ideas of different styles of chains and that has got to be one of the best ive seen yet thanks for showing

[kilty]

Wow. Now that's a chain!!!

[kiltedinUSMC]

That's cool. I like the heavy duty look to it.

[Dave K]

that chain is some nice workmanship,
ive been after a few ideas of different styles of chains and that has got to be one of the best ive seen yet thanks for showing

Thanks Skauwt. I love this weave and it has plenty of potential. The captive rings can be doubled making the weave stiffer and more "full" looking. You can also use colored captive rings that make this even more eye catching. Also you can use beads or marbles instead of captive rings for more variety.

Next time I do this I won't use steel, it's really too heavy. Aluminum is lighter, easier to bend, and comes in colors. I would also not use this size ring. 16g 3/8 is really bulky. Too much for a necklace. Next time I'll go smaller.

Also, make sure you deburr the rings and check all the joints. Panache had warned me about the dangers of shredding a wool kilt and I had notice some of the rings had not been closed as well as I thought.

Thanks Again.

Dave

[JolyStNicholas]

I does look grand though, I'm sure you'll make improvements next time.

Do keep up the good work. I like where your heading with this!

[Panache]

...Also, make sure you deburr the rings and check all the joints. Panache had warned me about the dangers of shredding a wool kilt and I had notice some of the rings had not been closed as well as I thought.

Dave,

It certainly was very handsome in person at the Sacramento Games, I tip my hat to your skill.

Though even with deburring it I would probably save a sporran chain for dressy/ formal events.

So you have the patience and kill to work with chain mail, have you thought of turning your hand to leather braiding?

It strike me that one might combine the two to make really unique looking sporran straps/chains

Very good seeing Saturday!

Cheers

Jamie :ootd:

[Monkey@Arms]

I must say the pictures don't do it justice. Saw it at the Woodland Games, its a really a unique piece. Looking forward to future developments.

Best regards,

Jake

[Dave K]

Thanks for the kind comments.

Dave,

It certainly was very handsome in person at the Sacramento Games, I tip my hat to your skill.

Though even with deburring it I would probably save a sporran chain for dressy/ formal events.

So you have the patience and kill to work with chain mail, have you thought of turning your hand to leather braiding?

It strike me that one might combine the two to make really unique looking sporran straps/chains

Very good seeing Saturday!

Cheers

Jamie :ootd:

Leather? Just what I need, another addiction. Are chains more for formal/evening or is it the color that decides that? Would a chain in brass be better for day wear? I could use an excuse to buy more brass. Something like this but longer.


Thanks again.

Dave

[Monkey@Arms]

Are chains more for formal/evening or is it the color that decides that? Would a chain in brass be better for day wear?
Thanks again.

Dave

Dave,

The issue with sporran chains is usually less about level of formality, and more about wear and tear on the kilt. Its been observed by some that chains abrade the wool over time (hence Panache's concerns about deburring) and thus many have gone to leather belts/straps for everyday wear, and save the chains for the less frequent dress-up occasions that call for an evening sporran.

Best regards,

Jake