Or maille. I've seen it spelled both ways.
I'm also wondering what type of metal is best to use in this instance. I've looked at aluminum alloys and steel rings, but both have their pros and cons.
2006-08-31 17:48:25 · 6 answers · asked by kxaltli 4 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Other - Visual Arts
Yes, this would be chainmail/maille to wear (at Faires and such), so it would have to be a harder metal (not a copper alloy for example), but I'm still not sure what to use.
2006-08-31 17:56:23 · update #1
I know where I can get pre-cut rings, which signifigantly cuts down on work time.
2006-08-31 18:06:43 · update #2
Buying something is not the point of this question. Other than rings that I can use to create chainmail.
And I'm not going to that store for any reason.
2006-09-06 01:59:31 · update #3
I am making a piece for ren fair also. I am currently testing a few sizes to see which I like better for the piece. My suggestion for you is to go to the hardware store, to the lumber section, and find a few dowels. Find the one that you think is the best for the piece. I am doing that tomorrow for the ones I have at home are too small. Good luck on it.
Here is something you might like: http://theringlord.com/cart/shopdisplaycategories.asp?id=1&cat=Rings
2006-09-04 16:10:58 · answer #1 · answered by gin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the pattern you are using for the shirt, and also the type of ring you get. Rings come in all sizes and wire gauges. The Ring Lord sells hauberk kits that come with about 25 pounds of rings, which in 14 gauge 3/8" galvanized steel would be about 11,250 rings.
2016-03-27 03:02:22 · answer #2 · answered by Lori 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
smaller rings makes lighter armor that is more cloth-like and flexible. I've also heard that smaller rings is more protective
larger rings means a LOT fewer rings so less work to make it
BTW - take some time figuring out how to make and add the rings quickly and efficiently (or ask somebody), that will reduce many hours from your work making the chainmail
2006-08-31 18:00:58 · answer #3 · answered by larry n 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on what you're going for. I would definitely recommend that if you get larger rings, you get them made out of a larger gauge wire. I'd say you probably don't want to go any bigger in diameter than 10mm, for the aesthetic.
2006-09-01 05:37:07 · answer #4 · answered by spunk113 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I really have no idea how to answer your question. I'm sorry.
Are you actually making functional chainmail to wear or display? That's really cool. I hope you do a good job.
God bless.
2006-08-31 17:53:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just buy one at Wal-Mart like everyone else!
2006-09-05 22:02:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋