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Find it Armory Hamata-Make More Authentic - Antoninus05 - 02-09-2011
Ave All! I recently purchased a Lorica Hamata made by Find it Armory(retail $425 one), how can I make it more authentic, Thanks in advance, Antoninus
Re: Find it Armory Hamata-Make More Authentic - Antoninus05 - 02-10-2011
I tried to download their catalog photo, but can't get the attachment icon to work, Antoninus
Re: Find it Armory Hamata-Make More Authentic - Antoninus05 - 02-10-2011
The Hooks are not coming with the hamata, where is a good place to get a replacement set with all the hardware, Thanks Antoninus
Re: Find it Armory Hamata-Make More Authentic - Magnus - 02-10-2011
I think any issues may be with the rings themselves...but really, no one except stitch counters are going to hold a magnifying glass up to you and tell you it's wrong. If they do, just tell them off. It's the Roman thing to do anyway, and no reenactor is perfect, so few should be throwing stones.
For a good set of hooks and the bits that go with it, Matt Lukes or Soul of the Warrior.
Re: Find it Armory Hamata-Make More Authentic - Antoninus05 - 02-10-2011
Thanks Matt, Matt Lukes made my Segmentata, Balteus and Scutum Cover....ALL excellent!!!
Re: Find it Armory Hamata-Make More Authentic - Neuraleanus - 02-10-2011
I have the hamata with 6mm rings from Find It and here is what I did:
1. I replaced the hamata hooks with those from Raymond's Quiet Press:
Raymond's roman stuff
The hooks that came with the shirt were about an inch too long. They should form a U shape when hooked-in.
2. I removed the leather from around the neck opening to make it somewhat easier to get on.
Re: Find it Armory Hamata-Make More Authentic - Antoninus05 - 02-10-2011
Thank you for the tips, Antoninus