If what you wear could tell a story...
Everyone has an origin story. Some more exciting than others. One thing's certain is that most want a different story. This is where you start to find it. Create your own story, my friend. Just let us help you tell it.
Our story...
He woke to tattered sails clawing the sky for wind. Mist from the sea once comfort now beckon to every armor pierced wound. He and the sail. By Odin's blessing, the only survivors among the wreckage. "For now." She's here. A shadow without cloud. A breeze without wind. An embrace without touch. "Come with me to the glory of Valhalla where the brave live forever."
~Viking inspired armor available in my shop!
The real story...D&D, ren fairies, and lots of time 20+ years ago is how we got started. Pretty boring. See, doesn't armor with a good story make life much more interesting!
Specifics About Our Work:
All of our designs start out on paper. Knotworks take time and are by far the longest part of the process. Depending on the design it can take longer than the actual tooling. Once done they are transferred to vegetable tanned tooling leather. The majority of our pieces are made from 8-10 oz leather with a few at 12-14 oz; meeting the minimum requirements for some armored combat societies. All works are tooled by hand. We do not use commercial stamps or computerized cutting or carving machines. It is taxing and a killer of cartilage, but we will continue to make pieces in this manor until our hands no longer allow us. Of all the steps taken to complete each piece my favorite part is the dyeing. All dyes, antiques and finishes are custom mixed. Most pieces have a combination of different antiques and finishes bringing out the depth of color in leather dyes. Our process ensures every piece is a work of art as unique as its new owner.
If you see a design on our shop and think, "hey, I'd love that if only it were ____ color." Send us a message! Items are made to order so any chance I can add a new color to the shop is awesome!
Thanks for stopping by and happy shopping!