Wolf's Den Armoury
Bookstore
Welcome to my bookstore. Here you will find a great many books and videos (this is under construction, so please bookmark this page and bear with me)
TECHNIQUES OF MEDIEVAL ARMOUR...
Few historical icons can match the evocative power of the medieval suit of armour, and this epic new book is a complete course in the tools and techniques of the modern armourer's art. Through more than 1,000 detailed photos and clear instruction, Brian Price presents a working handbook for aspiring and active armourers who want to develop their skills in the production of medieval armour in the style of the 14th century. The book is divided into four sections: a sweeping history of armour and its production from its medieval roots to its modern revival; a practical introduction to all the tools and supplies necessary to equip a modern workshop; a thorough review of key techniques; and a series of actual courses in constructing armoured defenses for the head, body, arm, hand and leg. Taking the reader through the construction of an authentic medieval harness from conception to completion, Techniques of Medieval Armour Reproduction is a vital addition to the libraries of serious craftsmen, historians, collectors and researchers.
The Art of Making Armour
Self-taught Rob Valeintine has been hand crafting chain mail and plate armour for more than seventeen years. During this time span he has built more than 200 full suites of armour of different styles and over 600 helmets of all designs. In The Art Of Making Armour: A Craftman's Guide To Creating Authentic Armour Reproductions, Valentine draws upon his considerable expertise and experience to show the neophyte how to construct a complete suit of armour. His "reader friendly" text is wonderfully showcased with profuse photography throughout. The Art Of Making Armour is highly recommended for anyone with an interest in medieval armour, its design, and handcrafted manufacture.
The Art of Mail Armor: How to Make Your...
New Edge of the Anvil : A Resource Book...
The tenet of this book is provide a tool for artists/blacksmiths and metalworkers. It tells how to work metal: heating it, cutting it, upsetting it, drawing it out, twisting it, forge welding it and shaping and assembling it. It tells about metallurgy and tool making, metal finishes and corrosion, sources of information and supplies, charts and guidelines for many tasks. It explains the process of design, how to use the computer in metal design, how to set up a business and how to manage it. Providing an inspiration for all blacksmiths are portfolios of the wrought iron work of Martin Rose and Samuel Yellin, two of America's premier metalworkers of the past. To further inspire and to show the new focus of blacksmithing in the metal arts, six contemporary metalworkers show a series of demonstration pieces of their iron work. This 256 page book is bound with an improved binding system (Otabind) that allows the pages to lay flat.
more books coming soon!
