Danweirn Gor
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Post by Danweirn Gor on Mar 10, 2007 13:24:47 GMT -5
i was wondering if it would be better to use pvc or a fiberglass rod to make a long red weapon. I wanted to make a glaive and wondered what the best way to do it would be. Also if the fiberglass is better i don't know any where that sells fiberglass rods.
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Post by vermin on Apr 1, 2007 19:55:22 GMT -5
For a glaive I would suggest closet rod, cheap, sturdy, and readily available at any hardware store.
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Post by Ichabod Oakenfellow on Apr 1, 2007 20:58:24 GMT -5
Wait, what's closet rod?
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Post by Alric, son of Harland on Apr 1, 2007 22:19:22 GMT -5
What kind of fiberglass do you mean? If you mean something like a Bandshoppe pole, that's what I'd suggest. They're wonderful for polearms, and I've only ever heard of ONE getting broken. Only problem is, you gotta order in bulk (6 or more) to get the best rate ($11.25). If you can get a bulk order together, these are definitely the way to go. I'd be willing to buy a couple if you need help getting to 6. After that, I would suggest 1" or bigger Schedule 80 PVC. I don't know what exactly Vermin means by "closet rod" but make sure it's not metal (even aluminum). Alric |
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Post by Danweirn Gor on Apr 10, 2007 8:49:12 GMT -5
so where do i get the pole that you are talking about could i get it at a store or would i have to order it online.
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Post by Zaron on Apr 10, 2007 9:31:12 GMT -5
Bandshoppe poles are ordered online. I've used a few and I must say I love them. How long of a glaive were you wanting? That is the big decider on what material to use.
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Post by Danweirn Gor on Apr 10, 2007 11:49:51 GMT -5
i am not really sure what the max dimensions are if there are any but i was thinking around 4 feet maybe a little longer
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Post by Zaron on Apr 10, 2007 12:14:56 GMT -5
Four feet you can use about any material for it. You don't want to go smaller, then it won't even be a red. Most gaives I've seen are between 6' and 10' long with most being 8' or just over.
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Post by Danweirn Gor on Apr 10, 2007 13:00:19 GMT -5
oops i an a little tired at the moment i was thinking how long me sword is and i was thinking about 4 feet longer than my sword which would make it around 7 1/2 to 8 feet long in the end.
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Post by Zaron on Apr 10, 2007 14:06:26 GMT -5
I'd suggest going with a bandshoppe pole then. You'll be much happier in the long run.
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Post by Danweirn Gor on Apr 13, 2007 11:28:15 GMT -5
i went out and bought a piece of pvc and was planing on making a temperory glaive for the moment. when i was there was this scecial pvc foam that fit over the pipe great. I was wondering if i could use that instead of the camping foam or put one layer over it and be done with it.
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Post by Baethor on Apr 13, 2007 15:42:45 GMT -5
The piping insulation (Which is what i think your talking about) Is great for courtesy padding, though i would suggest still putting a layer or two of blue foam over it. The pipe insulation however will NOT be allowed as the striking surface, the padding is just not thick enough
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Post by Danweirn Gor on Apr 16, 2007 7:38:38 GMT -5
so the insulation with a layer of the blue foam over it would be ok for the striking surface
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Post by Theodoric on Apr 16, 2007 11:12:35 GMT -5
No, just use that for the courtesy padding.
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Post by Zaron on Apr 16, 2007 11:16:08 GMT -5
The pipe insulation can be used for curtousy padding, but it breaks down much faster than blue foam. For a glaive just use blue foam and open cell foam for the striking surface. If your glive is over abvout 5 ft you'll most likely need to put a rod in the pvc or it will flex like crazy and have a decent shot of breaking as well.
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