Society of Creative Anachronism

[OutBackP]

I use google mail and noticed a advert for Tandy leather in the uk.

tandyleatherfactory.co.uk - Leather, tools and supplies for Society of Creative Anachronism

Anyone here a member?

[Johanna]

The SCA is a dynamic organization of historical reenactors who make armor out of leather for "wars" and use leather in many traditional activities. They have meetings and activities all over the world, and members are encouraged to participate under their "persona", a fictional character of the actor's choice of place and time. SCA events are fun for the whole family, and a great opportunity to show off skills for the leatherworker.

See Wikipedia for more.

Johanna

[Schno]

Yes, I am an ubergeek. The SCA, in fact, was my gateway drug to leatherworking.

[wildrose]

we used to call 'em "scadians"

Too hide bound for me, but I know they serve an important purpose.

[OutBackP]

Thank you, does indeed sound like fun.

So has anyone made a medieval saddle? I think I'll have to have a day researching about saddlers and leatherworkers through the ages.

Off topic, but is leather worker one word or two?

[SimonJester753]

I use google mail and noticed a advert for Tandy leather in the uk.

Anyone here a member?

A friend is an inactive member. I went to one of their battle practices in NYC a number of years ago. They met in Union Square park and would go at it pretty hard. Weapons did not have sharp metal edges, but they hit hard and the armor had to work, not just look pretty.