(original subject line: A Question on Closures) I did find one interesting tidbit last week – from Moriz von Craûn dated late 12th/early 13th century – dô zôch er über sîn wamsel den harnas man schînen sach which I need to play with further, but I think I make out that he is wearing his harness over his ‘wamsel’. …
Okay – here’s a start – the terms are from the Middle High German Conceptual Database. It doesn’t give a definition to the words per se, you have to figure that out from a dictionary or from context, which can be somewhat time-consuming. I think creating a useful Middle High …
I am wondering if anyone out there has any information on the way a period gambeson would be closed. Leather ties? Buckles? Any information would be appreciated as this is the last thing I have to complete to finish my new gambeson. Many thanks, ~ Camric / William fitzHughe de …
