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How to make a LARP safe Two handed sword or great weapon!
In this video I go through the steps for how I make a LARP safe Great sword or two handed sword for a character within the LARP system of Empire by profound decisions. This technique can be applied to most large two handed weapons.
I have built this so that it complies with the two handed great weapon rules for Empire Larp here in the UK. www.profounddecisions.co.uk/e...
The initial template is from one of Calimacils great swords which had a great ratio of flame wobble to length and can be found here calimacil.com/products/flamberge-larp-doppelsoldner?variant=7580631498803 I simply printed the template to the size I wanted and went from there. This came as part of the request from my friend (this is not a paid commission, I don't make these weapons to sell, I'm just sharing the process) as they liked the overall size and shape but needed something that was the correct length for the empire great weapon rules.
Here is a list of the things I use in the video if you're UK based like me.
Foam - 10mm and 1mm Polyprops CF 65 and Craft foam
www.poly-props.com/craft-foam
12.7mm carbon fibre core was from All propped up. www.allproppedup.co.uk/
Latex - www.poly-props.com/studiorang... and also www.mbfg.co.uk/liquid-dipping...
Flexipaint - www.tyges.co.uk/product-categ...
Alpha thixofix - www.tyges.co.uk/product/thixo... or amzn.to/42sxrPv
Kevlar is from MBFG = www.mbfg.co.uk/kevlar-cloth.html
Carpet tape is from amazon amzn.to/40YpYq8
Scalpel amzn.to/3Lvrg6n
Gloves amzn.to/418ynr0
Knife sharpener (similar) amzn.to/4255tJB
Hobby Knife amzn.to/3AVNf1e
ISOFLEX - www.wickes.co.uk/Isoflex-Professional-Special-Roofing-Primer---750ml/p/137240 Make sure its special primer clear not the black stuff! WEAR PPE
100% go and check out TtcCraftworks channel on youtube for more in-depth breakdowns on how to make LARP weapons, he does awesome videos covering most weapon types, showing each stage with a lot of detail.
www.youtube.com/@ttccraftworks8469
Go check out my other bits!
Esty - www.etsy.com/uk/shop/HermitPropWorkshop?ref=seller-platform-mcnav
Instagram - thehermitworkshop
Other channels that I have found helpful when making LARP weapons over the years are as follows.
Something Soon -
th-cam.com/video/i0KDoS2i92I/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=SomethingSoon
Odin Makes: 3 Different Swords th-cam.com/video/fkSYi0QK1Ek/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=OdinMakes
And one of the first I saw years ago that gave me a lot of help was LarpWright
How to make a larpsafe dagger - th-cam.com/video/aAeLOWawaBQ/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=LarpWright
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How to add pattern or faux etching to steel armour - Custom Steel Armour Part 1
มุมมอง 871ปีที่แล้ว
In this video, I use bluing or blackening chemicals in conjunction with a stencil to create unique patterns on my armour. The process is fairly simple, starting with removing the rust from the armour that inevitably builds up. I then use a degreaser to remove the oils and grease from the amour. I make a stencil on my Cricut and then apply it to the areas I want to have the pattern. Then I go th...
How I make 3D prints into metal cold cast keyrings
มุมมอง 2.7Kปีที่แล้ว
In this video, I go over how I convert 3d prints into cold-cast keyrings. The video includes making the model more compatible with the casting process as well as adding a spout and ring loop. Then printing it, pouring the mould, and finally casting with polyurethane and metallic powder to create a cold cast keyring. 3D Model: cults3d.com/en/3d-model/various/abc-warrior-ambot-head-28mm Designed ...
How to make a LARP safe Scythe OR other large bladed weapons
มุมมอง 17K3 ปีที่แล้ว
In this video I go through the steps for how I make a LARP safe Scythe for a character within the LARP system of Empire by profound decisions. This technique can be applied to most large bladed weapons like axes and halberds. I have built this so that it complies with the one handed rules for Empire Larp here in the UK. www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Weapons_&_armour Here is a list of ...
How I make a Squiggoth Part 2 - Meshmixer to 3D Builder slicing then how to print and assemble!
มุมมอง 9423 ปีที่แล้ว
This is part two from a mini series about how I make my Gargantuan Squiggoths. I didn't film it when I made the first one and instead of attempting to copy my original build I thought "why not make another using the same method?" In this part I go into a bit of detail into how I break up the 3D model into smaller printable sections and then go about assembling the model and filling the gaps and...
How I make a Squiggoth Part 1 - Meshmixer and 3D kitbashing
มุมมอง 1.8K3 ปีที่แล้ว
This is part one from a mini series about how I made my Gargantuan Squiggoth. I didn't film it when I made the first one and instead of attempting to copy my original build I thought "why not make another using the same method?" In this part I go into a bit of detail on how to use Meshmixer, 3D builder and Blender (all free programs) to do your digital kitbashes. There are so many awesome 3D mo...
How I make LARP safe swords - Geralts Silver Sword from 'The Witcher 3'
มุมมอง 26K3 ปีที่แล้ว
In this video I go through the steps for how I make a LARP safe sword inspired by Geralt's silver sword from The Witcher 3 game. I have built this so that it complies with the one handed rules for Empire Larp here in the UK. www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/Weapons_&_armour Go check out my other bits! Patreon - www.patreon.com/thehermitworkshop Esty - www.etsy.com/uk/shop/HermitPropWorks...
Digital Kitbashing, 3D printing and Painting my Squiggoth - Building my Ork Army - Episode 05
มุมมอง 6K3 ปีที่แล้ว
I needed to paint something a little more substantial after burning through my Grots so I thought why not paint my Squiggoth! Surely it won't take too long.... I was wrong it took a lot longer than I thought, but I am really happy with the results. I've always wanted a Squiggoth but I couldn't justify forking out nearly £300 for the forgeworld one... What's mad is that you can now buy 3D printe...
Painting Ork Mek Gunz and Crew - Building my Ork Army - Episode 04
มุมมอง 5K3 ปีที่แล้ว
I wanted to finish up the Grot side of my Ork army and also figure out how I would paint the vehicles. The Mek Gunz gave me a chance to play with the rusty, grimy, ramshackled look that can then be applied to all the other vehicles with the ability to add unique elements along the way. Here is the method that I settled on which I then applied to all 3 mek guns that I have. I got the sponge tech...
How I make LARP safe daggers and swords - Ciri's Dagger from 'The Witcher 3'
มุมมอง 16K3 ปีที่แล้ว
In this video I outline the steps that I have settled on for making LARP weapons. These steps can be applied to making more or less any type of LARP safe sword or dagger. I build my weapons to pass the weapons standards at ‘Empire’ LARP event by profound decisions. Each event is different but there is a very active community online where you will be able to find help and advice for each and eve...
Speed painting Gretchin - Building my Ork Army - Episode 03
มุมมอง 7K3 ปีที่แล้ว
As I have over 150 models to paint I decided to start painting the horde of green skins first to get them out of the way. It also gives me an opportunity to ease back into the hobby and improve. I start by painting a single Grot/Gretchin to figure out what colour scheme to use and also get my head around how highlighting/glazing/dry brushing and stippling work. I've been watching a lot of mini ...
How to make durable and flexible 40k inspired purity seals for Cosplay or LARP
มุมมอง 9K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Follow me on Instagram: thehermitworkshop In this video I make 80 latex covered foam purity seals. The aim is to make something robust that can withstand rough use and wear. I make few in the style of the 40k ones primarily to demonstrate one way these can be finished but I intend to make my final ones using text on fabric parchments (scrolls, ribbons, tassels?). This way they wi...
The Witcher inspired foam Knuckle Dusters (How not to make silicone moulds)
มุมมอง 1.1K3 ปีที่แล้ว
The idea of this video is to demonstrate how forgiving and simple it is to make more or less anything into foam. I made some custom Witcher inspired knuckle dusters on Meshmixer using free files from Thingiverse. I then printed these and casted a silicone mould from them so that I could make them in to foam. This didn't go as planned but I end up with some very satisfying results. I thought I'd...
Making and Base Coating the Entire Ork Army - Building my Ork Army - Episode 03
มุมมอง 1.3K3 ปีที่แล้ว
In this video I finish the models that I had started, hadn't started and ones that had fallen apart over the years. I then stripped a load of old painted minis using methylated spirits which is a very cost and tie effective method especially with metal miniatures. I then undercoat and apply the compulsory zenithal priming... Again I don't really know what I'm doing.... but I am gonna have fun d...
Reviewing my 22 year old collection - Building my Ork Amy - Episode 01
มุมมอง 1.2K3 ปีที่แล้ว
In this series I’ll share the process of me finally completing the army that I started over 20 years ago. Besides being tabled (official lingo... I looked it up) in a 500pt game a few months ago I’ve not played a game in over 17 years. Ultimately I want to have every model made and painted then get my head around the changes to the rules in the 4 editions I’ve missed. Then I want to play and wi...
How to make 3D Custom Dredd Badge
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  • @glumfroggaming573
    @glumfroggaming573 19 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    What's the hight if the modle

  • @kylieh916
    @kylieh916 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So fun, thanks! you mention the end parchment was fabric. how did you print onto fabric, and did you seal them at all? sadly that wh40k doesn't look like it's there any longer

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @kylieh916 if you have an ink jet printer you can buy a printable iron on sheet from amazon. You basically print the design out and iron it onto fabric. I'd then probably seal with modpodge or a flexible clear coat to keep it nice and secure. www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B000W4KV2G/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_apa_gl_i_947QHSJG7HFW5783V1R8?linkCode=ml2&tag=hermitworks07-21

  • @kylieh916
    @kylieh916 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So how did this hold up over time? Is there anything you'd do differently now? Thank you!

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @kylieh916 still holds up nicely considering ive not been very careful with it, there is a little wrinkling on the guard where its taken a bit of a beating over the years or been kind of squished when in storage. No delamination and no pealing latex as of yet. I do try and clean it after use, give it a spray with silicone spray and store it away from sunlight. If I did it again I'd probably just have made it an actual two handed sword or made the grip a hand and a half. I made the grip 2 handed to match the game sword but then made the blade shorter to ensure the sword can be used at the event I go to as a 1 handed sword. I prefer to play with sword and shield so I'd make the blade a little longer and the grip a little shorter so it's hand and half.

  • @zercules9156
    @zercules9156 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video! You have inspired me - where do you get your weapon pictures to enlarge and print out like that? Ty!

  • @GQ3MindSpeaks
    @GQ3MindSpeaks หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much!

  • @GQ3MindSpeaks
    @GQ3MindSpeaks หลายเดือนก่อน

    How long does the latex and acrylic mixture last?

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @GQ3MindSpeaks if you keep them clean and spray with silicone between events and store in a dryish place out of any sunlight then they'll last years. This dagger went to a friend and it's still shows no signs of aging of damage. Trick is to take care after and between events.

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @GQ3MindSpeaks unless you mean as a liquid? Once mixed I try and use the latex and paint mix in a month. It can easily last longer especially if it's in a sealed container but if I'm using the air gun/brush I will use a fresh mixture of paint and latex to avoid it getting clogged. If it's for painting on this isn't as important and can be thicker and a little older.

  • @manub4386
    @manub4386 หลายเดือนก่อน

    In the air pistol..Can you tell what do you put in?

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @manub4386 it's just liquid latex and I usually mix it with black acrylic paint for the base layers.

  • @jorgem.9103
    @jorgem.9103 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What an amazing build! great work. very inspired to give it a go, thank you.

  • @nutcasefilms6040
    @nutcasefilms6040 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is amazing, astonishing work! I'm about to make some Empire greatswords (one Dawnish and one with some League flair!) - did a 12mm core end up being sufficient or would you use a larger diameter core if you did it again?

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @nutcasefilms6040 12mm is great. It's a noticeable difference from a 10mm or 8mm core. For a great weapon was certainly sufficient. I've not made a polarm yet but that'll be next so for something like that it may need 1 up from 12mm as all the weight will be in the tip of the spear or hellbard head but something that's got a nice spread of weight like this 12mm is absolutely sufficient. Good luck with the build!

    • @nutcasefilms6040
      @nutcasefilms6040 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @thehermitworkshop2913 many thanks! I got a quarter of the way through a polehammer before the system I was making it for closed, so I'm very excited to see what you come up with!

  • @micah_noel
    @micah_noel 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I made my first attempt at this the other day and I guess I made multiple mistakes. Mainly I didn’t like the way the metal powder sank, even with the fast-curing resin. I thought I still had to mix for several minutes like resins I worked with in the past but the first mix hardened in the cup before I even had the chance to pour it. The next one I tried to pour a thin layer and then backfill with a second batch about 15 minutes later but after an hour, the two layers had not stuck together and it seemed like the metal was on the bottom with not enough resin to hold it together and then I had clear resin on the top that was still pretty gummy after a couple of hours. I’m broke now and probably won’t be able to try again for a couple of months. But I’m pretty bummed out about it.

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @micah_noel @micah_noel youch. That sounds like a fair mix of small but costly errors. Sorry to hear that it's been problematic. I've not had issues with it sinking to the bottom but with hundreds of products on the market it's hard to say if it's the type of resin or powder. I use a polyurethane casting resin which does set stupidly quick, and I've had my fair share of mishaps. I've not had issues with uneaven distribution of metal power though.

  • @ltrigga219
    @ltrigga219 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That’s fucking incredible. Well done.

  • @Guts_jojo
    @Guts_jojo 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Price for making it?

  • @eross21
    @eross21 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    how strong is this

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      In what sense? You can hit it with a hammer and it won't break. I often get them caught on the polishing wheel and it fires them into a concrete wall incredibly fast and they don't mark. They're pretty solid. Its solid polyurethane resin. If they have lots of very sticky out bits they won't be very strong. The loops don't break either, I haven't ever had one break but I have had the o ring or the keyring chain break so its worth shopping around for a good supplier for these.

    • @eross21
      @eross21 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@thehermitworkshop2913 yeah i was just trying to see how strong it is in comparison the a metal duplicate. nice to know it doesn’t warp or break when polishing thanks

  • @aceptus
    @aceptus 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello there, friend. is there any chance that after all this time, you still have the design for the paper flying around somewhere?

  • @LittleBigDutton
    @LittleBigDutton 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How would you make a Khopesh? Its my favorite sword but i can never find a good video of how to make it. My larp has banned PVC and only allows fiberglass rods, graphite kite spurs, graphite golf club with the head removed of course, and bamboo

  • @Nik2665-
    @Nik2665- 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just curious do you use kevlar on those knife loops ? They were in the background when you were airbrushing

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @Nik2665- hi! There's no kevlar or cores of any kind in those knives. They're made from medium density foam that's poured into a mould. I think if they were made from layers of foam like other weapons or larger you might want some sort of protection but they are quite strong. The foam I use is self skinning and holds up well. None have broken in 3 years.

    • @Nik2665-
      @Nik2665- 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@thehermitworkshop2913 thank you! I’ll have to take a look and see if i can find some videos on this process

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Nik2665- it's very similar to how I made the pommel for the witcher sword. I do plan on making a video of it.

  • @Larry-j2y
    @Larry-j2y 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The shaft could be made of schedule 50 pvc pipe.

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have made a staff using a PVC pipe. Personally, I find PVC a little on the heavy side and with a weapon this length and with this massive a blade it could become too floppy. PVC pipes are better for more balanced weapons like staffs or maybe a spear. That said many of the Larps here in the UK are not fond of PVC cores and they often won't pass the weapon check, even if the weapon behaves exactly as you'd expect (i.e isn't mega heavy and floppy). I've not had a definitive reason why this is but you can certainly have a go at making a weapon like this wit PVC core, just make sure you feel safe wielding it.

  • @esthermarygold-lowe4403
    @esthermarygold-lowe4403 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm impressed

  • @scottieap6412
    @scottieap6412 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    how much for a dark sister?? from house of dragon, id like to think i could make it but if you could do it id pay

  • @FruitNinjaXD
    @FruitNinjaXD 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi what thinner do you use for thixofix?

  • @jeesusteippi
    @jeesusteippi 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I wanted to use this tutorial to make a colossal sword but realized that this isn't the best method for me.

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @jeesusteippi fair enough how do you plan on taking on the project?

    • @jeesusteippi
      @jeesusteippi 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@thehermitworkshop2913 I don't actually have a idea. I would need some really thick, like a 4cm thick foam that also needs to be as long or even longer than I am, so 170cm and it would have to be like 50cm wide. Then the hard part is finding a good core material, with my budget it would just be a pvc pipe. Then just paint and voila

  • @mathieupellieux9468
    @mathieupellieux9468 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Congrats for the awesome work. I'll rethink my project viewing yours.

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! What are you working on?

    • @mathieupellieux9468
      @mathieupellieux9468 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@thehermitworkshop2913 Skyrim Steel greatsword for my son. The architecture is very similar

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@mathieupellieux9468 Amazing! Such an iconic weapon, good luck with the build, any questions shoot them over and I will try and help. I'm by no means "the authority" on larp weapons but I've made plenty of mistakes so happy to try and help where I can.

    • @mathieupellieux9468
      @mathieupellieux9468 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@thehermitworkshop2913 Thanks, Starting this week-end

  • @localcryptid42
    @localcryptid42 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Holy crap this is amazing, subscribed!!

  • @shan9usfc
    @shan9usfc 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    is there a way to bend a core to make scimitars or curved swords?

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @shan9usfc i personally have not managed to master a technique, and there is a lot of gate keeping online for this topic, sadly. Elysiun forge makes a curved core. I am not entirely sure how they do this, but this video kind of covers the potential pitfalls. th-cam.com/video/arT7WyY-V28/w-d-xo.htmlsi=a-jDCH5WIkk62vn- There is someone at my local larp who has mastered the curved core. I will try and pin them down and see if they can share their method.

  • @tbktthebigkidsteam8210
    @tbktthebigkidsteam8210 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    De’s gits is looking great bro

  • @andrewmeester4950
    @andrewmeester4950 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    After the glue up, it looked like the world’s most dangerous Oreo.

  • @busterlord6595
    @busterlord6595 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey trying to make my own montonte, looked at the Carbon fiber pole you used but I'm based in the US, could you tell me more about its type so I can figure out what you used? So far I'm guessing the one used here is the 12mm x 8mm unidirection, am I right?

  • @thefighter6071
    @thefighter6071 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Im a bit confused on what "isoflex" is at 12:00

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @thefighter6071 isoflex special primer seals and primes porous, dusty, flaky and old roof surfaces. Ideal for use on old felt, tile, bricks, cracked bitumen and mastic repairs it has been formulated with high grade urethane polymers that cure to form a robust yet flexible sealant. It dries in 2-4 hours. Its for roofing really but it also adheres really well to latex or plastidip and seals the weapon in a clear durable finish. Haven't really found anything else that matches its durability and level of protection, but its essentially a kind of synthetic clear rubber.

    • @thefighter6071
      @thefighter6071 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@thehermitworkshop2913 Ohh Ok! Thanks a million

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @thefighter6071 I think its also the name of a brand of whey protein.... but definitely not that! If you find something that kind of fits the bill let me know as can add it to the video description for people outside Europe.

  • @viniciuslazaridelima18
    @viniciuslazaridelima18 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Are there any suppliers for this foam in South america?? Or the especific name to find it in local stores?

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm afraid I don't know of any specific suppliers. Its EVA foam or Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer foam it is a high density foam. Its comes in different density levels the higher the density the harder it is but the easier it is to cut, sand and add details

  • @nauki88
    @nauki88 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do weapons like this maybe work for something like amtgaurd>?

  • @Deezy_Ankh
    @Deezy_Ankh 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That's a badass weapon fam. 👍🏿💯🔥🔥🔥

  • @DollopussD
    @DollopussD 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you use bamboo as a core?

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No, i would not recommend this. Bamboo although flexible and strong would not have the durability that is necessary for the contact of larp combat. Weapons can easily get snagged and pulled in more extreme ways that you'd anticipate with normal fighting. Rule of thumb I use is if you can bend and snap the core by hand holding each ends then its unsuitable for a core. Daggers are much shorter and therefore can have thinner cores that if 1m long would likely be snap able by hand but due to being only 30cm long they're fine. Likewise with spears and polarms. These being much longer would also need to be thicker to remain durable. Flexibility is great but carbon fibre and fibre glass also have a great level of rigidity as well. A cheaper option for a one off build is a carbon fibre golf club. Keep an eye out for these in thrift shops and on ebay etc. I made my first 4 swords from club sicks and they're still going strong 6 years on.

    • @DollopussD
      @DollopussD 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @thehermitworkshop2913 thanks for the tip 👍

  • @arranbtag
    @arranbtag 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How would one order a commission set which is Empire legal and do you do stab safe?

    • @arranbtag
      @arranbtag 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Scratch that I have found the Etsy shop

    • @arranbtag
      @arranbtag 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Will be in touch 😁

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Currently not in the workshop or able to get in, but hope to be back at things soon. Please feel free to get in touch via etsy or Instagram

  • @HecateYada
    @HecateYada 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Any tips on working with Isoflex? Trying my hand at larp weapon making since I have cosplay prop experience. All I know is Isoflex will cure once opened and to batch make weapons, which just seems like such a shame for such an expensive product!! 😭😭😭

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      sorry not to reply sooner. It is a bit of an issue with Isoflex I must say. Sometimes I can get it to last a good 6 months if I seal the tins with 3 or 4 metal tin clips. These can be bought for quite cheap I also use vinyl tape on the tins to try and reduce additional air seeping in. Its not perfect and won't last mega long but it helps.

  • @nymeriarush
    @nymeriarush 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This looks incredible. I’m thinking of trying my hand at building a larp weapon and am curious how the grip/hilt holds up. I’ve seen different methods (like rolling the foam around the core then wrapping with electrical tape) and am not sure what’s most secure.

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Wrapping is really good. I thiiiiink i did this on an older weapon maybe the witcher sword. But i do that more often than the method in this video with the full pattern. I have found the main thing is to give the core a proper good rough sand with low grit paper. Then also allow the contact adhesive at least 12 hours to cure properly overnight after a heavy roll and press. I also clamp the weapon between 2 planks of wood overnight night whilst it cures. This has made a noticeable difference in the durability of the weapons. I will often wrap the hilt in hockey tape rather than electrical tape as this has a nice texture for whatever goes on top to grip to like pleather or whatever you fancied or can even leave it as the tape as this has good grip and durability.

    • @nymeriarush
      @nymeriarush 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@thehermitworkshop2913 This is great information; thanks so much!

  • @spinaljuice4596
    @spinaljuice4596 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love this. It looks like a sword from Warhammer Fantasy

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! That's a great compliment! Some excellent weapons from the fantasy game, particularly the older gens that hinted more towards the absurd.

    • @spinaljuice4596
      @spinaljuice4596 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@thehermitworkshop2913 Should try making a replica of Ghal Maraz from WHF, that'd be a pretty cool prop

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @spinaljuice4596 not a bad shout. I'm up for the challenge.

  • @pink_parade2900
    @pink_parade2900 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What fabric do you use to make the scrolls?

  • @pink_parade2900
    @pink_parade2900 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How long did this take to make?

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      A lot of time is spent letting things dry to be fair. Lots of layers and stages. So day 1 is cutting the basic shape and glueing this to the core. This then needs 12 to 24 hours to properly cure before sanding pr cutting into the "blank" so to speak. This can take a few minutes to hours depending on the detail or finish you're after. This is when you can add details like the skuls and other bits. Then, usually, I coat the whole thing in the thinned contact adhesive and let this cure again overnight. So already 2 days and 2 nights but perhaps about 5 hours of actual working time, i did some flip flopping with the making and details so took a little longer plus filming it all adds to my time. But with a clear plan and focus its only a few hours at this stage. Then once the contact adhesive layer has cured overnight it needs 5 to 7 layers of latex. If applying with an airgun, then this is quicker but with a brush its about 10 minutes of application then perhaos 4 hours between layers and then an overnight again for the top coat. Then paint the finishing colours so however long you wanna spend here. Layers of thin paint gives a nicer finish, so this can take time. Then top coat of isoflex needs 12 hours to cure. Then you're done. So the process is over about 5 days. And the hours involved vary depending on details and finishes your after or how skilled and experienced you are with painte and i guess foam smithing. Can get several weapons done over the same time but most of the time is drying time for the materials.

  • @dragunhero00
    @dragunhero00 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow that's amazing

  • @thesilentminority961
    @thesilentminority961 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where do you get your carbon fiber tubes

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      After a few places, i have settled for a company called "Plastock" here in the UK. Pretty good price for the lengths. Lots of thicknesses.

  • @sleepyyghostt
    @sleepyyghostt 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    incredible!!!

  • @ashtinalexander8949
    @ashtinalexander8949 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What flexible clear coat did you use for the 'wax' part? I've been struggling to find anything that doesn't crack when flexed like that.

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The most flexible clear coat that I use on latex or flexible props that I wanna keep flexible is isoflex here in the UK. Its a clear rubber roofing primer. Not sure if there are equivalent elsewhere, but I've heard plastidip is awesome and less toxic plus it comes as an aerosol personally not used it though. I have used valour clear coat by polyprops, that's good for smaller props like this but again not sure if its a global brand. Plastidip appears to be quite global, ive heard good things but personally not used it

  • @HeiressNova
    @HeiressNova ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking at this, trying to see if it is possible to adapt something like this for Amtgard.

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm unfamiliar with the game, but imagine its very combat heavy. I'm not sure I'd recommend a battle scythe for combat heavy larping just due to the fact its quite a large weapon and slightly less intuitive as perhaps other weapons like spears, halberds etc. It definitely something that could be fun but would take quite a lot if practice to use safely. Its only really been used in empire uk larp and as more of a staff rather than a swinging great weapon.

  • @steveroy217
    @steveroy217 ปีที่แล้ว

    'PromoSM' 🤩

  • @gregwing7355
    @gregwing7355 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have you ever tried making a larp safe trident? I'm working on getting back into Larp and going for a specific kind of gladiator style

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi! I have not tried to make a trident. However, I would imagine it would have a similar internal structure to a battle axe or other double-headed weapon. I would perhaps go with a design that had a more accentuated central spike and less prominent flanking spikes as you would still just have the single core running up the middle as if it was a spear but then with the flanking tips these would have a flat kevlar core much like the blade on this scythe. This would prevent these from tearing off in combat or use. The only thing with a trident or spear is also making it "stab safe". I do need to make a video of stab-safe weapons as so far all the builds have not been stab-safe.

  • @ordnaelshideout
    @ordnaelshideout ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, glad to see you back on TH-cam! But please, PLEASE, don't wash the piece under tap water before having cured it. There's still some uncured resin on it for sure, and you don't want that toxic stuff going down the drain. Use some hot water that's in a bowl and then dispose of it after having left it under the sun and then straining it!

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're absolutely right! Since making this video I have changed my practice and do exactly that. A bowl of warm water then dispose of the water after leaving it in the sun (or chucking in the UV cure chamber) and then running through a strainer (essentially a large coffee filter). I have removed the clip of me rinsing it in the video (may take 24 hours to change) to avoid promoting that kind of activity. I was thoughtless and assumed the wash and cure and IPA would remove all of the uncured resin. Clearly, it wouldn't be 100% and any toxic chems going down the drain is terrible. Thank you for flagging! I need to do a "best practice" update video as I have generally upped my PPE game and safety around these genuinely dangerous chemicals.

    • @ordnaelshideout
      @ordnaelshideout ปีที่แล้ว

      @thehermitworkshop2913 thank you for taking the time to modify the video in order to remove that specific clip! 🫶🏻 stay safe while working with resins, I'm a medic and I've seen people getting terrible dermatitises while working with them (gloves notwithstanding)!

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ordnaelshideout No worries! Thank you for bringing it to my attention. I've started using a mask and have put the printers in a separate room from the one I usually work in. So far I've not had any reactions but I'd like to keep it that way. It's certainly something that's become much more common as time has gone on with people being quite lax around these chemicals.

  • @CaioZenon
    @CaioZenon ปีที่แล้ว

    Seems to me you've used natural liquid latex to the pommel; how about making the blade with this same material? I'm asking for researching purposes. Many thanks!

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am a little confused by the question? The pommel is made from flexfoam-it 15 by smooth on which is a 2 part chemical urethane foam. When mixed it solidifies and expands depending on its density characteristic. This is a medium density but you can make with a softer density foam or harder. The blade is essentially medium density foam coated in around 6 layers of latex. So the pommel is the same. Foam then covered in latex. You could do a latex pour in the mould but I'd recommend doing this in stages as it would days to set.

    • @CaioZenon
      @CaioZenon ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thehermitworkshop2913 Sorry, i got lazy at some point, but your response is still very informative. Thank you very much!

  • @sonicfreak04
    @sonicfreak04 ปีที่แล้ว

    what foam did you use for the pommel?

  • @markus4732
    @markus4732 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude I found your channel by pure luck and it's sad to see how few subs you have for the quality of videos you produce! But then again it's a pretty niche hobby I guess haha Anyways I subbed and am hyped for more videos :)

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much! That's very kind of you to say, I enjoy making the videos and the items. I think at the start I thought maybe I could make this into a "thing" but then I realised I didn't like the pressure of churning it out and as you say, its pretty niche. With my work I get pockets of time where things are a little quieter but I am often working on a video in the background, they will be coming sporadically. Thanks again.

    • @markus4732
      @markus4732 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thehermitworkshop2913 Often times (not always) when people make their Hobbys to their jobs they lose the love for that hobby because they are always pressured to do it even if they don't want right now so I know exactly what you're saying. Also I have a question about this method - is it possible to "brighten" it up a bit If you overdo the darkening a bit? I want to use this to make my armour pieces a bit "dirty/gritty" as my character is traveling a lot. Shiny armour just doesn't work for that :) But I am scared that I just make it too dark. Or do you have other ideas instead for what I plan to do?

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@markus4732 100%! If you want to give it a bit more of an aged look then this is ideal as it's a very superficial way of colouring the steel. The chemicals only really affect the top layer of the metal and easily come off if not properly protected or if you want to dial it back. Just in the rinse stage, you can rub it a little harder with the scouring pad or steel wool. I have removed the etching effect on the shoulders as I felt they were a little OTT and not quite right for my character. I just went through the same cleaning process as when removing rust. I then reapplied the blackening chemicals to make them just plain black, softened them a little with a light scouring, and then oiled and done. It's a great method to experiment as you can always reverse it with a little polishing.

    • @markus4732
      @markus4732 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thehermitworkshop2913 perfect - thank you so much for taking the time to reply so detailed 🤗

    • @thehermitworkshop2913
      @thehermitworkshop2913 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@markus4732 No Problem at all! I hope you can have some fun with the tinkering!

  • @gahngis8158
    @gahngis8158 ปีที่แล้ว

    that's a lot of effort and chemicals, Is there a way I can bulk buy these? Mixed batches of like 10? am dismayed by the etsy being empty.