Making Thief Bracers

[@SkillTree]

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[@blaisetheginger]

What better way to end working a night shift than watching construction of armor meant for sneaking around at night

[@madamemoonscosplay]

One small tip I might suggest for when you next make bracers, or just for anyone making them in general, is gently curving the bottom edge into like a domed curve. It sits nicer on the wrist and stops it digging in over time.

[@rockinHurley777]

And curve the wrist line

[@jamesciabattoni2564]

By “curving the bottom edge” are you referring to the perimeter of sewn-on pieces? Like flaring up and away from the back of the wrist?

[@madamemoonscosplay]

@jamesciabattoni2564 it's hard to describe without sharing a picture, but the bottom edge of the bracer that sits on the wrist is more comfortable when it's curved, instead of cutting across. So I mean that bit.

[@itsmedicus]

to really go the extra step in the rouge nonsesence is put an lockpick set in the bracer

[@Akuma122887]

KNEE-PADS!!! I cannot overstate how underrated they are!

[@Ironlantern723]

Cool Gauntlets! Thanks! They have pockets!

[@Runix1]

Wow, that transition from paper to foam was seamless and cool!

[@thomashongshagen4912]

To help with the sliding bracer problem, I would suggest looking into pointing your armor pieces. Its the process of attaching armor directly to an underlayer via arming points, reinforced parts of something like a gambeson with a sturdy string attached through it.

[@kris99596]

The alligator textured leather really elevates the look of that armor. Can't wait for the reports from Reckoning on how it works out for you. Is Maddie getting cool new gear too?

[@ClanMcC79]

I agree are you going to show the design and construction of Madi's corsetery and/or adventuring gear🤔

[@BlackPowder99590]

You should make a pouch bandolier to tie it all together

[@Tgauchsin]

Yes this!!!!

[@jamesfleming9714]

Nice build and, as someone who is highly allergic to chrome, thank you for mentioning that hazard.

[@jennr4573]

With all these pockets we need to level-up easy practical effect "cantrips" that are LARP and Faire friendly!

[@genukamidnight4112]

Can we get a vid on a canvas messenger bag? Also called satchels. Like those crossbody leather ones that news boys used to use. I am fairly sure it's been used in past eras and it would be a simple great general bag so I don't see how it wasn't made before the news boys used the style. Also, can we get one on different bladed weapon designs? Just seeing the designs and covering how it might be used will help for deciding on what style changes verses practical edges and shapes would help. So would going over the use of materials either because metal was rare or expensive at whatever time period you're working with and alternate materials to use if you are only making a mock up verses a Larp one verses a real usable replica. Having a dedicated video for these things would help tremendously.

[@kiohazardenjoysyoutube]

Just to clarify, you cannot call something a messenger bag unless it can hold legal sized folders and papers. Otherwise it's just a rectangular crossbody, or satchel.

[@genukamidnight4112]

@@kiohazardenjoysyoutube Thank you for that correction. I was not personally aware of the distinction.

[@lady_draguliana784]

in japanese, at least, the plate on the back of your hand is called a "Tekko" and the bracer with Tekko together is called a Kote (like "coat" + "tay")

[@raktoda707]

Your inbound enthusiasm for the knife 🗡️ pockets had us rocking along with the FUM pocket.Great design and execution.Much applause sir

[@lady_draguliana784]

Thank You for using a proper Suspension System! I see a LOT of saggy armor b/c folk either don't know, or refuse to use one!

[@astridsanders3169]

man, you look like a villian with everything on. looks hella cool

[@veiledrecalcitrance4314]

You need to make a thieves cloak to go with this armor. I know you modded a green cloak awhile back, but you definitely need a black hooded cloak filled with little pockets and such

[@Thnielsen85]

Perfect idea with the bracers and back hand piece. Gonna be so slick for my ranger with a shooting glove incorporated with arm protection/bracers 🤘

[@visschernoah]

Tangentially related, but you two should come out to MisCon one of these years (probably too late for this year since it's Memorial Day weekend). It's a super great little Con and the venue is beautiful: right next to the Clark Fork River

[@silferosbourquardez9842]

Little tip for you cl3ver: don't put things too much in your tigh pockets. You may lose something or two if you start running around since your legs will move a lot. Your pockets from your belt is going to do the work way better in that sense. (Sorry for my use of english, i'm a french canadian so it's still a bit rough here and there)

[@StarlasAiko]

The thigh armour would want to wrap a bit further around, to protect the side of the thigh, not only the front. This also would give you a more suitable position for the knife pocket, so the handle of the knife is beside the thigh and doesn't dig into your abdomon whenever you lift your leg.

[@martinm3474]

A Shinny Rogue? Wouldn't a flat non-reflective covering be better?

[@lopezmateo828]

pockets on armor that's so amazing. its like putting real pockets on dresses or chick pants. look at this revolutionist. lol great ep

[@arhont7485]

Btw, it would've been cool to attach your cloak directly to the cuirass using a spring hooks and d-rings for example

[@Sgt_Potato_1]

Now I think you'll need to make Tarrasq scale armor. For +5 to absolutely everything.

[@andrewrenbarger2646]

I'd advise you not to keep (larp approved) knives in those leg pockets. They'll affect your ability to comfortably crouch or bend. But they are absolutely perfect for other small things like lockpicks, small tools, a coin purse you happened to have found... In someone else's pocket

[@LucarnAnderson]

This outfit is cool and heck! One of those hidden blades that spring out of the wrist would be amazing for something like this too.

[@bohurley8626]

Love the idea of making sets like this. Random projects are still amazing., but it is really cool to see a bunch of projects come together to create some sort of set. not just armor, but like an armor set, along with bags, gear, random trinkets, etc, that would all go along with that kit. Super fun! Also, PLEASE MAKE TURN SHOES! I would love to see your process.

[@TheLionsGuild]

I can definitely tell you’ve been hitting the gym!! Happy to see you’re taking health seriously! Great job cleaver!! I love seeing your work, and I’m hoping to see it for a long time to come!!

[@ClanMcC79]

The alligator texture through all the pieces ties them all together and looks freaking 😎

[@SandraOrtmann1976]

That was supercool. I think this Rogue armour could do with some pauldrons though.

[@MostlyMajestic]

Very impressive, thanks for the enjoyable content.

[@merlinsopenroadtherapy2641]

May I suggest throwing dagger on your leg armor between the straps

[@XaviusNight]

Dragonscale is large and well-defined scales. This setup is closer to Basilisk Hide if you're going proper fantasy croc-skin equivalent.

[@STRAKAZulu]

Going to have to use the gauntlets as a spacer for my Mando's vambraces. And, that's my blaster and holster in the pics at the end!!😁😁😁😁

[@gregrowan843]

Definitely was looking forward to seeing this set completed.

[@WFBOWPLAY]

Awesome! You the best!

[@Krystlist]

I absolutely love these. Its hilarious how you get so excited over pockets 🤣 I would love to know where you got those daggers from too 😍

[@Floofian]

Just for the nerdism: the plate for the back of the hand would be called "metacarpal plate" in historical plate armor

[@robbertvanhouten1510]

Cool the last piece😮

[@jUNIKcrafts]

Long awaited and good video, keep it up! I would also like to see how to harden the leather (Because I am also working on the leather project) on your channel. Thank you Clever!

[@truthleatherco5583]

Sheaths for throwing knives might be cool on the front of the leg armor! A solid build as always!

[@jesterknight6073]

I know you already done a thieves tool Bracer set. But this would have been perfect to add that too.

[@charlottesmith4493]

I would really really like it if you could make something out of OLD LEATHER. Something like an old Jacket from the goodwill.

[@GuitarBoy1395]

The leg pieces have ye olde Molle connection points. I love it.

[@gibsonsimpson]

Nice project! Came out great.

[@oddoutdoors]

Look great! It's been amazing watching you grow as a craftsman.

[@raynorjones]

You need the boots to match now

[@theartsypixie2771]

Ooohhh 💡💡💡those leg armors pieces gave me the solution to an issue ive been pondering for years about protecting the femoral artery. They can be extended around the inner thigh. Im soo building those this week. 😊

[@rockinHurley777]

Curve the top and bottom edge of the template so its a perfect cone shape

[@giannihenk]

It looks dope!

[@ClearlyPixelated]

Thanks for the build!

[@arhont7485]

It hurts, when you get hit in the place where the button sits. No mitigation from armor, just good old piece of metal transfering the strike energy to your body. That's why I don't use those buttons for armor anymore, actually

[@markfergerson2145]

I’ve got some pieces of WW1 military kit that uses those buttons. (I don’t wear them because they’re too fragile, I use them for inspiration constructing costume bits.) Those that are intended to ride on the body have small thick leather patches sewn over them evidently exactly to mitigate that pressure. It’s not a bad idea to see what solutions were found in the real world for this kind of problem.

[@matpearson9711]

"It's really rogue ish like" eh...... I'm leaning more towards Mr. Slave! 😂 seriously, it looks good. Nice work!

[@Mark-ki7ic]

Great video, what's Madi's costume look like ? Thankfully the armor doesn't have a cod piece.

[@chief1533]

Thank you for these videos. You got me into leatherworking and this project is definitely next on my list! Just saying missed opportunity to showcase it with the assassin cloak you made a while ago

[@midorimidori1850]

YAY! NEW VIDEO!

[@VyseRogue13]

So many gaps in that armor for a blade or arrow to get through.

[@drDoodlittle]

Just watched your Harness/Belt build, great timing!!!

[@markfergerson2145]

I like the palm straps to hold the backslappers in place, and I’ll be interested to see how well that works keeping the bracers from trying to ride down your arm. I hope you placed them to fit in the natural creases in your palms (Fate line? Heart line? I can’t remember.) to prevent chafing. Making a fist with the strap in your hand before attaching it to the backslapper would align it naturally.

[@TtvGreyDracoKing]

This is gonna be cool

[@brandonmitman3275]

This is awesome, I recently joined the channel and glad I did not have to wait weeks to see you finish this lol!

[@DangerNoodlexoxo]

Back-slappy thing is now the new name for whatever that thing is called 😂

[@elwindil8566]

Really cool looking finished product, I think if I made something like this I'd want to pair it with the Black Raven dagger from Museum Replicas.

[@corbyrobinson3640]

Here's my question, how much did the whole rogue gear set cost to make (materials & time)?

[@410colepyro3]

That armor looks amazing I'm trying to make a leather version of some Viking lemellar armor but it's hard to find information on plate sizes

[@xpndblhero5170]

The bracers should have a panel on the inside of the palm for protection and a panel on the inside of the forearm for better support and as a possible hidden blade spot.... 😉😉 *hint hint* 😁👍

[@smeg0911]

The next champion to the Matron of Ravens

[@editpending2079]

i honestly love how have a drink in evry video. i drink when i do projects too, and you have inspired me to do more sir

[@editpending2079]

no just drinking but projects!....AND DRINKING

[@Lorddanielrushton371]

Great job.

[@mannikranik]

That’s no square, that’s a trapezoid! 😂

[@ericanderson4436]

For paper you can always try your local hardware store's paint isle. Ours got me a mega roll of 3' wide paper for roughly $25. Come see me in 2048 when I need a new roll.

[@Shadowraider121]

Have you tried leather burning?

[@SkillTree]

I have! Older episode, but here it is! kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4rCg3Z3bKiZosU

[@IgnizAnima]

Aclus here, looking forward to seeing this armor at Reckoning in a few weeks.

[@DrowSkinned]

You know you ARE allowed to wear this outside of LARPing too? No one is stopping you. Wear it to Kroger, wear it to Wendy's ^_^

[@devilchildpro]

I can’t believe my toolbox made it thanks guys!!!!!

[@ksoule1985]

You being excited about having pockets in your armor is the same vibe as every girl (myself included) getting excited about dresses having pockets, and I'm here for it

[@grbdevnull5611]

Posting early in the day?!? What kind of shenanigans are these?

[@graywolfdracon]

They are Cl3v3r shenanigans.

[@HDBrown-wc9xt]

Needs a long coat !!!

[@iandavis3599]

what is the set bonus?

[@Timbyte]

your videos are always very inspirational

[@proteustsaimsaim2240]

Pocket power for the win.

[@greenhollyknight4846]

Will you have the Skill Tree loge put on some of the pieces to represent Clan?

[@visschernoah]

As soon as I saw the thumbnail with the bracers, I thought to myself "more secret pockets" before I even read the words.

[@TheMimzez]

I think you should include the usernames on the pictures you show at the end

[@ricardorodriguez8469]

Your boot needs gator pockets

[@NemFX]

Do you ever intend to come to canada?

[@hydewhyte4364]

Bicolline awaits.

[@NemFX]

@@hydewhyte4364 .. the not french part of canada

[@hydewhyte4364]

@@NemFX There's actually a significant and growing english presence at Bico now. Lots of people coming up across the border. Almost all the documentation is translated, and there's half a dozen bilingual guilds.

[@ShisaAi]

That is some sexy armor

[@Seiaeka]

Arrived late today. This is lookin good though!

[@Vidman1981]

So. Wanted to pick your (hive mind) brain a bit about functional bracers. My character is a vagabond tea monk, perhaps more in line in a Steampunk culture. I took a varraition of your alchemist coffee brewer design for another part of my gear. My character is a bit like Artemis Gordon. Lot of fun practical gadgets and i love the idea of incorporating bracers that would do something a bit more than just hold things like stirring sticks or tea satchels. So I'm wondering what your cogs may come up with.... 🤔 TIA!

[@jennglow4647]

Cool 😀

[@raymondmorehead9650]

A new project for you is to turn your fume into a period Smoking pipe.

[@kiohazardenjoysyoutube]

Not trying to be a jerk here, but there is a significant difference between Sam Browne (tm) studs and regular ole' buttons studs. Sam Browne's rivet on, and the button studs screw on. I know you're having an interesting association with Tandy right now, and they do sell both types of button studs; and I don't want to see any legal complications over a simple mistake involving trade marked items and your desire to give us fantastic videos full of information.

[@reginajanelilianapatterson5838]

I see my bracers! I know the guy who made those for me! I cosmetics know he was in that discord. They ones at 19:24 :D *squees!*

[@joletapetty6706]

Prediction: those sam brown buttons on the inside of your thighs are going to be a pain when you walk, run and sit

[@TheRexisFern]

Such a sexy full outfit! Fantastic!!

[@danajessop2835]

First timer. That was great. Very informative. Personally, I'd prefer it if you calmed down a little, but that's just me. 😅

[@dontaecamacho5780]

NOTI GANG

[@OutlandStation]

122nd! (Gimme a break, I was working...) 😂