Here is the current state of the Greaves: Update. At work we were clearing out some old SRT gear for the new equipment and I took the old body armor carriers and cut the side panels off them. The reason is, it's a foam infused, athletic mesh that's very breathable, flexible and above all...durable.

I used the mesh as lining for the Greaves so it doesn't chaff my shins. I have one more line to sew on the one but I have to get more sinew before I can do that. I also added 2" elastic webbing to the top and bottom and my leg slips right it. I will add the center elastic straps as soon as I get the sinew. The 2 elastic bands has withstood my running around the back yard for abot 20 minutes doing all kinds of goofy stuff. I bet my neighbors were thinking I dipped into the "evidence room" for some 'recreational party favors'...lmao!

I plan on getting brass buckles and adding straps to where the elastic is placed. The straps/buckles will go right where the elastic straps are, and on top of them because that will keep the buckles off my skin.