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Posted on November 22, 2008 by Pearle Tsuji | Posted under Reference and Education
How To Make Chainmail: Dress Yourself In Medieval Style
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The first step consists of choosing a weaving pattern. Here the European four in one model is described, for other patterns, you may need to do a little extra research. If you want, you can buy ready made rings, or, you can make your own rings from wire. The diameter and the thickness of the wire is what you need to look at in this stage of making your chainmail. If you want a chainmail with bigger rings, you will also need less of them to make an entire chainmail; for a finer work, small rings are recommended. Also, if you want the chainmail to be durable, check the thickness of the rings, as thicker rings are more prone to last longer. Making a chainmail is not very complicated. A simple model is where you need to start from. In order to develop a skill, try to begin with a simpler thing, like a belt, or a key chain, to see how well you are with making the pattern for your chainmail. Here is how you must start, if you make your own rings from wire. Use a metal rod to wind the wire around it. If you do not have a metal rod, using a screwdriver shaft or other long and round metal object, will do. Keep one end of the wire with pliers, while you wind it around the metal rod. The result must be an even ring, that does not coil or spool. After making the first ring, cut the ring from the thread of wire. It is recommended to wear protective eye gear, so pieces of metal do not enter your eyes. Here is a tip: cut a little on a diagonal each ring as this will help when closing the ring. Use a hacksaw for this part of the process. Four rings must be closed with a fifth, while using the pliers. Arrange all the rings so they form a pattern. When you have the five rings, arrange the model, so two are over and two are under. Two more rings must be linked and to another ring. A loop is now needed, to finalize the pattern. Once you get a hang of it, it will all work easier. About The Author: Visit www.articleclick.com for additional article contributions by Pearle Tsuji. |
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