How To Choose Armor for Armored Combat

[@xnehilo1183]

Could you guys make another armor tutorial. Maybe showing the qualitys of different gauntlets, understanding how to adjust to cover gaps, what are the common hotspots that could constrict or Caus blistering, airflow in a helmet. You guys are the only indepth vids I've found so far keep it up you'll make a name for yourselves, great job.

[@thelegionisnotamused8929]

The Legion is amused.

[@noahcarrico3753]

"Unless you are in Montana." I think it is hilarious how often you guys take shots at Montana

[@grantholmes5661]

There's actually a new team in Montana, and we're friends with them now. Just fought with them yesterday. haha

[@katiebea9258]

@@grantholmes5661 guy(s) in Flathead Valley might be interested ... Is there a chapter there or Missoula?? Butte??

[@grantholmes5661]

@@katiebea9258 i believe there are some fighters in Missoula and surrounding areas. (Western part of the state)

[@Podobed]

As some one who just learned this sport, and then added everything to my cart (just to see the total- not period accurate, location accurate, or custom fitted), this is EXTREMELY helpful- because I was looking at 15th century first.

[@polearmmonkey]

Ah the irony is that I just wore the black armor in the video and I'm from Montana, thanks for another helpful video guys! Also thanks to your guys who came up to Idaho Falls last weekend!

[@saltlakecitycrusaders9811]

You bet; it was fun, and we can't wait to hit you guys again.

[@facelesscaseless3490]

Ok I'll leave now 😞

[@JDStone-jg8cg]

@@saltlakecitycrusaders9811 I know this is an old video but I was curious. Do you guys have anyone rocking an early 13th century armor kit? It's mostly just chain mail with some gauntlets and greaves. I'm thinking late Teutonic Knight.

[@katiebea9258]

Kyle; anywhere near Flathead?

[@polearmmonkey]

@@katiebea9258 We have an Acw chapter in missoula! We have a Facebook page and a discord. If you're looking to get involved I can answer any questions you have :)

[@shockwave6213]

I wanna use kind of an Italian kit. Mostly late 1400s/early 1500s. Lets say 1475 Milanese with a poleaxe or halberd. That would be my tank build. If I join the sport, I will definitely put together 2 suits of armor. My 2nd set would be English or Gothic. Probably English because it takes some of the design strengths of Gothic and Milanese armors to make a balanced armor. I like Gothic armor, but its too.... open (light? Waify?) For me. You know what I mean. Its made for mounting and fighting from horseback, and I don't like leaving that many big gaps without plate. Milanese troops were bruisers on foot and their armor reflects that. English men at arms or knights in expensive English sets rode their horses to the battle, but dismounted and fought on foot, so their armor reflects that. Makes sense, as a quality horse was expensive and you cut costs by riding a horse bred for transport rather than a fully fledged wallet-pillaging warhorse

[@forthegnomes831]

My helmet would most likely be a nasal bascinet, so my armor would most likely come from mid 14th century Germany or Italy. I'm also probably more of a a hit and run kind of guy, so definitely some looser plates would be helpful. I would also be using either a relatively short mace or sword and a medium small shield, preferably for shield-puching.

[@zawarudo6660]

Did medieval knights reap fitness benefit as a result of wearing heavy armor? becoming leaner and strong?

[@derpyvillager2606]

I mean wearing something heavy all day will make you use more energy so probably

[@carlyaustinsebaske-smith3319]

We do. We get very interesting strength that is unique. We strengthen all of our accessory muscles and joints and our organs in ways you can't in any other sports

[@johnclark5775]

Thanks for the information enjoyed your video

[@snowkiller117]

Hi guys good job , keep it coming

[@basedspacetemplar]

LOVE IT

[@Hathathorne]

I live in the rust belt and humidity in my house goes to 90% sometimes and I cant afford fixing the humidity. My only solution is stainless steel or titanium. Weak or expensive. :C

[@davidmacon1138]

It seems the rigid time period is kind of a negative point to this sport. People these days see it as The Rule Of Cool, and quite honestly NOT one soul knows exactly what each and every warrior of the times actually wore other than what was written down and drawn. There could have been very many fighters in rather strange and eclectic gear. I fully understand getting a century picked out but for someone with strong ties to their ancestry, there is no reason why the couldn't accentuate their armor and garb. You think the vikings that went to Turkey kept their thick winter gear? Or did they adopt local customs and armor types that better suited their ways, and the area of which they find themselves fighting in? Only fools stick to one thing and refuse to adapt.

[@irdorath356]

I have the issue with titanium. Almost positive the ancients weren't familiar with that metal, yet it ruins the balance for modern knights.

[@davidmacon1138]

@@irdorath356 LMAO yeah since alloy's outside of bronze were pretty much deadly. Hardened steel was best they get. I think even in modern times, people have issues with titanium outside of the pricing. It isn't a perfect metal by any degree.

[@Im4dr4g0n]

How does stylization work, is there some code to how you paint your armor, or what type of fabrics you can use, are there color restrictions?

[@orionsbelt927]

Based channel name

[@wampuscat1831]

I'd like to see how you wear fit and wear your Tank Armor. It has a barrel look appearing to be bigger than you. I'm sure it strong.

[@artofthereal]

Is HBC armor shop actually good? I keep ending up seeing companies from Ukraine, which I worry about since they are being blown up, and HBC armor shop over an over again as the places to buy from. Is HBC actually good?

[@experz2077]

Lots of the armor I see is from older centuries I was wonder the pros and cons for getting armor from the 16th

[@jamesbaggett7223]

I’m just trying to figure out the armor that would work best with my style. I’m formerly a college boxer, limited weapons training and 5’6 at 190ish pounds

[@thomashowell2478]

i didn't know salt lake had a chapter, sweet i don't have to look hard then

[@____________838]

Meanwhile, people from Montana are feeling very called out.

[@saltlakecitycrusaders9811]

Good we hate them.... (jk we're great friends with the fighters in Montana :) )

[@bombaygaming681]

So I live in Nevada and I'm planning on going to salt lake for school, is there a chance I could join your crusade and what are all of the armor requirements

[@michaelclarke9937]

You guys have any links to vendors, Smiths, Approved armor styles and periods examples?

[@Kharadrak]

Hello, i have a question about armor, if money is not the probleme would you go for 1 mm or 1.5 mm ? i'm looking on different website and some part are only 1 mm to me it look not safe. 1 mm is enouth from your experience or if you can efford it go for 1.5 mm ?

[@carlyaustinsebaske-smith3319]

It depends on what part of the body and what your fighting style and desires are. However generally I'd go 1.5mm

[@jordanminnis6865]

Can two people on the team use armors from different locations? Or does everyone have to match?

[@saltlakecitycrusaders9811]

Everyone can chose their own armor. No one needs to look the same!

[@frenchgalloglass]

As a European, what i get as the most important piece of advice out of this is: ''if you're american, don't live in Montana'' 🤣 Jokes apart, good video and good advice :)

[@saltlakecitycrusaders9811]

I'm glad that very important point came through!! ;)

[@Mrhandismydad]

@@saltlakecitycrusaders9811 Mississippi is far worse than Montana

[@legendarybrando348]

If your kit is 15th century but you had 14th century sabatons would they be still allowed since its just foot protection. I feel like it shouldn't matter but Idk if it does.

[@SamatWar]

Do the weapons have to be time accurat3 and regional accurate as well?

[@Waffenmeister13]

If you can’t afford to get everything at once, which pieces should you get first?

[@saltlakecitycrusaders9811]

Definitely your soft kit. Check out our gambeson video for more information

[@Waffenmeister13]

@@saltlakecitycrusaders9811 What about after that? What's the first piece of plate you should get?

[@SteelWaffen]

@@Waffenmeister13 plate armor is for the wealthy get what a commoner would wear

[@randomfurrygirl548]

​@@Waffenmeister13I know this is super late, but typically what I hear is your helmet

[@grandistrefrigerator]

i really want to get into buhurt and stuff like that (armored combat) but i don't know where to go or who to talk to, i don't know who's in my area (scottsboro al) and i don't know how to go about trying to talk to them i've been trying to look into this kind of stuff but i can't find anything and i don't know who to go to for help. im really hoping that someone in this comment section can help me...

[@Tfichtenbaum]

I am 5"3 170 lbs with a hourglass body type , meaning I have a small waist and busty up top ...what armor would be good for a woman like me ?

[@brickvision8858]

I'm no expert but a half mail hauberk and brigadine would be flexible for your upper body, but I have no idea if it's legal in the sport

[@carlyaustinsebaske-smith3319]

Late 1400s and early 1500s cuirass, brigadines, and corazinas would be best. It's what my wife wears

[@6Vlad6Tepes6]

Yeah I am 5'1 130 pounds so I'm in the same boat for everyone else that's short lol finding the right armor is going to be a pain I mean probably have to be customized to fit.

[@carlyaustinsebaske-smith3319]

This video was very informative. do weapons too

[@SteelWaffle112]

The closet group to my area is almost 4 hours away how does one go about starting there own group

[@andycoutts517]

Phillip! What region and time is your armor from!?

[@saltlakecitycrusaders9811]

He has 1400s english

[@crownpenguin9180]

Winged hussars baby

[@denithar5893]

I'm from wyoming; how would I go about joining a chapter?

[@carlyaustinsebaske-smith3319]

Hey Wyoming doesn't have its own team currently but if you live in Evanston we'd be happy to have you join the crusaders. We frequently practice in salt lake so the drive wouldn't be too bad. If you're interested please message us on Facebook or instagram

[@yuttorres2896]

So i can’t be a Greek hoplite or a legion are or centurion?

[@mestopholies]

Is Titanium better plate

[@anamericandream543]

Can yall come to Texas by chance

[@saltlakecitycrusaders9811]

We just did for Texas fitcon!

[@felix.der.ritter]

That is a very Big Helmet

[@phokeene9123]

3k jeez. Im over here paying 1.5k for a full new set lmao

[@Hostility1812]

WORD UP!

[@nasserattia9987]

Hi. How can call you I want learn more about your sport And buy much from this clothes

[@MichaelGalt]

Have you ever worked with Armstreet Armorers? They look super legit...

[@saltlakecitycrusaders9811]

None of the armors we have seen made by them. Seem safe for the sport.

[@MichaelGalt]

@@saltlakecitycrusaders9811 That is unfortunate. Their suits look great and it seems like an easy, straightforward process to order from them.

[@kamielvanmeel131]

@@MichaelGalt Armstreet is overtly expensive and wouldn't hold up in a real fight, even have LARP players in local systems complaining about the armour sometimes not even holding up. Nevermind using it for reenactment, or even bohurt.

[@maddogs1989]

Do not shop at Armstreet especially if you are buying custom tailored stuff. You will get stuff that is not even close to the measurements you provided.

[@MichaelGalt]

@@saltlakecitycrusaders9811 Would it be possible to provide a list of good armorers to build custom armors?

[@sirjosefofhessen4527]

Greetings i did like to make contact with you guys since i m the president of the crusaders of the Midwest

[@Crowned.wargod]

Hay I'm 15 and if there is a group near saline ks I'd like to here from yall

[@BeatonArmaments]

Sadly you have to be 18 to fight in this sport.

[@vicentevazquez472]

Legal?

[@shadowdeslaar]

So I cannot dress as a Roman legionary gone knight

[@yellowswagmuffin920]

Wait they allow this in mormon ville while I was living there I felt like I’d be burnt at the stake for wanting to do m1

[@sukhoi-mig]

LDS Last Hope of GOD in the Continent .... DEUS VULT! My Brothers in CHRIST!!!!!!!!!!