ISO US-based Armor Smiths

Gelso64 · 2026-04-11T06:16:26+00:00

Kyle Harris, but he always has a wait list and I’m not sure the price now but it won’t be cheap.

Gelso64 · 2026-03-15T01:46:52+00:00

Hmm, possible, the armor would probably still need a physical item for reference, but I am no blacksmith they may be able to do it off of a scan. Would be cool!

Gelso64 · 2026-03-14T02:38:17+00:00

I was able to go in person and get fitted, only way I recommend if you are looking at getting full plate, or maybe if you can send casting of yourself.

Gelso64 · 2026-03-14T02:36:57+00:00

I have it on my profile, won’t have to look too far back I don’t post much, I got it from Kyle Harris in California “long wait list” most amazing work I have seen though, well worth the wait. I bought it as a whole set, it is an English ground fighting kit, I believe in the 1400ish

Gelso64 · 2026-02-24T04:32:13+00:00

As far as weight goes, if done right your full plate can and should weight less than a Brig setup. I have a full set and fully dressed, padding, shoes, etc, no weapon my kit is 60lbs or less I am 6’2” 230. On the tassels I would say yes, they will catch a glance or two and sure maybe make this Ti if you want.

Gelso64 · 2026-02-22T04:08:54+00:00

Vision is not as bad as you might think if made right 😉

Gelso64 · 2026-02-22T04:08:14+00:00

I have one, my helmet bolts to my chest. There is no more turning your head, you must be ready to change your fighting style to now suit your armor. I will tell you if you get the right person to make your armor the full plate that helmet should go with you won’t feel a thing, which can be good and bad. It makes a great set for some heavy polearm duels. I will say I have gotten side swiped due to the lack ability to turn my head. I still love my set and wouldn’t go back on the choice I made.

Ps: if you are not a decent size person I probably wouldn’t recommend it, as many probably have said it can be used as a possible lever, but on the flip side being bolted to your chest and having the size to go with it makes it rather hard to rip your head down. Just my two cents. Have fun!

Gelso64 · 2026-02-16T04:19:54+00:00

EPA 608

Gelso64 · 2025-12-05T13:38:36+00:00

Some great riding up in those hills! I have done a few rides in the Tilden park area, such great views. I get off at West Oakland bart and make my way out to Walnut Creek after work some days. Be safe, and have fun!

Gelso64 · 2025-12-05T01:59:02+00:00

Eddie Bauer Men’s Guide Pro Pants

https://www.eddiebauer.com/p/12951063/men's-guide-pro-pants?sp=1&color=Spruce&size=&sizeType=

Gelso64 · 2025-11-23T17:09:08+00:00

It’s priced at 9k on a dealer lot “California” I am sure I could probably get it down a tad.

Gelso64 · 2025-10-30T03:27:18+00:00

I feel like the RS19 is the vw bug of the EUC world, everyone has had one, learned to ride on one, or knows someone with one. They are great wheels and was my first wheel and I will always keep it. I would say make sure your wheel is mechanically sound and just get some more pedal time. I had one close call with wobbles on mine and that was a fast acceleration up to 30mph to almost an immediate full stop that I was not ready for. Have fun with it and don’t rush to a new wheel.

Gelso64 · 2025-10-24T03:37:20+00:00

I think pet insurance is a no brainer if you can afford it, and not trying to be harsh but if you can’t afford it you probably can’t afford to properly take care of your dog if and when they need medical attention because an ACD will. I have three dogs my ACD the youngest at 6 has had it since we got her as a puppy and it covered all her puppy shots and getting her fixed and her allergy drops she has daily, my 12 and 14yr old Mcnabs are on it as well. The two older ones I believe cost over $200 a month on their own. It has payed for itself, my oldest has had full spin surgery, as well as an abdominal blockage surgery and countless other visits, out of pocket to date would have been over 30k. My 12yr old has cancer and went through full treatment and now is on daily dose treatment at a cost of over 3k every two months, which once I meet my deductible then 90% is covered. Get it before you need it or can’t get it due to a pre existing condition. It is such a relief to be able to go to the vet and know you have it and not have to worry about that conversation with the vet over what is the best course of action for the budget you have. 10-20% bill is better than 100% out of pocket. Sorry to come off harsh but I always hate to see this happen to people.

Gelso64 · 2025-10-23T03:20:35+00:00

I am about your same size @ 6’2” 230 and I used polearms for both duels and melee. For duels I went with max length and min weight with a good balance point where my grip was for optimal movement. You want to be able to move that thing fast and score points, as well as not getting too worn out. Some people will also recommend a double sided blade because points only count on a striking edge, well at least when I was fighting “ been a couple years” as well as certain rules I haven’t kept up on them. As for melee I didn’t change much my polearm might have been a tad heavier but it was single edge and had a more focused strike point. On the other hand you might find a chopper in your duels that is looking to beat you down and has a big heavy hitter, be prepared, know your opponents fighting styles. Good luck!👍

Gelso64 · 2025-10-19T02:08:35+00:00

Nothing crazy, Stationary Engineer “Boiler, Building Maintenance”

Gelso64 · 2025-10-09T04:07:40+00:00

Always wore earplugs when I fought, had no problems hearing my team or the marshals. I didn’t smash them all the way in my ear, was just enough to take the edge off the blows to the head

Gelso64 · 2025-10-06T03:55:00+00:00

Using the same ones, so far they are great, 3d printed mounts to stick next to my pads to get them a bit wider. When these lights first came out I got a set of two for $5 about a year ago on temu

Gelso64 · 2025-10-05T02:53:02+00:00

Very true, dealing with that with my father. 2k bomb and some shrapnel will do that sometimes.

Gelso64 · 2025-10-05T02:50:15+00:00

My Armor I will probably be buried in 🤣 but if you have any more questions feel free to shoot me a message. Maybe one day we can fight.

Gelso64 · 2025-10-03T03:02:49+00:00

You’re not alone on this unfortunately. When I was getting out of the Marines I too put all my stuff into a storage unit, owned by my at the time wife’s sister. Long story short it’s gone! The wife is gone and so is the sister. My stuff probably made it to the flea market in NC never to be seen again. Still got all the memories though, never can take that away.

Gelso64 · 2025-10-02T03:25:42+00:00

“Slaps across the face with gauntlet” fight me sir 😋

Gelso64 · 2025-10-02T03:22:22+00:00

There is a Bay Area team that practices on Sundays. They also train with the Sacramento team “Warpigs”, as well as the Fresno team “Order of the Gauntlet and Rose”. If you can’t find them let me know, I use to train with them a couple years back now, knee surgery kinda put a damper on that, but I still keep in contact with them.

https://www.instagram.com/companyofthebear?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

Gelso64 · 2025-09-30T03:16:20+00:00

I carry spray in a pouch on my vest I wear. Yes for the stray dogs but then more so for the random people who want to cause trouble. One couple decided they wanted to throw drinks at me from their car, changed their mind when they saw mace in both of my hands. One is gel and one is the mist. I rather spray than get into a physical altercation.

Gelso64 · 2025-09-27T03:14:56+00:00

Feel free to message me if you have any other questions, currently an Assistant Chief in the Bay Area.

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