Christmas Gift for my Son

[Tomak]

I haven't yet been able to get my son kilted, but he really enjoys Highland Games and Ren Faires. The last few he has been ogling bracers at several booths, but were not quite what he wanted. So Christmas morning he will find these beauties under the tree. I cannot begin to express how pleased I am with the quality and artistry displayed in these bracers. I know my son will be thrilled. Working with Donnie has been a pleasure as well. Now I just need to convince the wife I have been a good enough boy to warrant one of Donnie's incredible sporrans.

[ASinclair]

Tomak,

That's wonderful leatherwork. I'm sure your son will be pleased.

Merry Christmas,
Allen

[Laird_M]

Very nice indeed and just the sort of thing I'd have loved when I used to do re-enactment.
I'm sure he'll be very happy with them.

[grizzbass]

very beautiful work.

[HippieLee]

I hate to be greedy but might you be inclined to post up a pic of the back side too? I want to make my daughter something similar and am waffling on what type of connectors to use. Donnie at Wyvern (and Scott/Artificer) are such inspirations I learn something new every time I see even just a picture of their work.

Congrats to you and your son on such a fine Christmas present!

[Tomak]

As requested, here you go and good luck on your project.

[Jock Scot]

OK. I have to ask, what are they, they are worn somewhere I presume------yes, yes, I know that they are "bracers" apparently---- and just what are they used for? I hope that you don't mind me asking.

[Tomak]

They are worn on the forearms. They were originally a form of armor commonly made from leather or iron. They are a very popular costume piece for Ren Faires and other costumed events.

[Jock Scot]

They are worn on the forearms. They were originally a form of armor commonly made from leather or iron. They are a very popular costume piece for Ren Faires and other costumed events.

I am obliged to you, sir. Thank you.

[MacRobert's Reply]

I have one of these, or something similar, which I use to protect the arm from the string when shooting a long bow. However, these look much more impressive that mine!