09-09-2008, 06:24 PM
Thanks for the remarks.
Giannis,
I actually do have plans to make an aspis like my previous ones with a full metal outer layer. I just have to build up the motivation to do it. My idea will involve practically making two (1 to use, and one form to hammer the metal to proper shape).
I am planning to make one like the methods I have shown in my detailed thread and then make a block of wood with the outside diameter being used for the inside diameter. Basically, my idea is to cut out the outside diameter of a ring method shield only while leaving a thick square of wood around the outside of this cut.
I am going to then glue all 10 layers together leaving a 6" thick square of wood with the outer profile of the aspis as the inside profile of the form. Then I will slowly fit the sanded outside of my aspis into the sanded inside profile of the form. Once they fit perfectly, I will dish the metal for my outer layer into the form.
I would guess within the next 12 months, plan on seeing it on these forums somewhere. For now, I am on vacation for a while! :lol:
Giannis,
I actually do have plans to make an aspis like my previous ones with a full metal outer layer. I just have to build up the motivation to do it. My idea will involve practically making two (1 to use, and one form to hammer the metal to proper shape).
I am planning to make one like the methods I have shown in my detailed thread and then make a block of wood with the outside diameter being used for the inside diameter. Basically, my idea is to cut out the outside diameter of a ring method shield only while leaving a thick square of wood around the outside of this cut.
I am going to then glue all 10 layers together leaving a 6" thick square of wood with the outer profile of the aspis as the inside profile of the form. Then I will slowly fit the sanded outside of my aspis into the sanded inside profile of the form. Once they fit perfectly, I will dish the metal for my outer layer into the form.
I would guess within the next 12 months, plan on seeing it on these forums somewhere. For now, I am on vacation for a while! :lol:
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