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from Nova Scotia on 7/27/2010
Comments about Medieval Bracer:
This product has received a bad rap, and in my opinion unjustly. It is not a modern Velcro-restrained, quickie bracer, to be sure. On the other hand, I shoot English longbow. I draw a heavy bow back full and hold the bow at full extension. Modern bracers were inevitably too light and I would feel the string slap painfully through them. With this bracer, my arm is protected. If the string slaps, I feel it, but the arm is armored in this thing. I'm a big man and the bracer is big enough to cover enough of my forearm for full protection.
People have complained it's not comfortable. Guess what, it's a medieval design, not some 21st century ergonomic space material uninteresting hunk of junk. In any case, I find it adequately comfortable, so much so that once it's on, I virtually forget about it. If I wanted to make it more comfortable, I could easily put a bit of cloth over my arm before putting it on, or even just attach such a lining to the leather.
When I shoot archery, I'm usually on my private range or hunting. I like this bracer enough to use it on the range, and I like it more when hunting. It's tough, it holds up to the thick forests of Nova Scotia. It takes me all of a minute to put it on, only a few seconds longer than a modern bracer. A touch of mink oil protects it against our damp weather.
The leather is solid construction and I'm confident it will last. It looks period and does its job well. It goes on and off easily. You couldn't ask for a better bracer.
from WORCESTER MASS on 5/8/2010
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sounds silly but my forearm is so big that the last strap i must use wish the belt was a little longer
and that was your large size. anyway's i can use it
from Middleboro, Ma.02346 on 10/30/2009
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I expected arm protection for both arms with the abiulity to draw bow without the string getting caught on the inner short round . Get rid of these and have kids wear them for play. they are NOT at all archery devices
from Maple Ridge, BC on 9/18/2009
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having an old bracer which did nothing to protect my arm, I was grateful these bracers showed up in time for my regular practice. It's comfortable, gorgeous and works well. I would highly recommend this bracer for anyone who has an SCA persona. The great thing about having the two bracers is that there is a back up for when it finally wears out (if it does). All in all, it's a great addition to my medieval clothing.
from San Francisco, CA on 8/19/2009
Comments about Medieval Bracer:
I like the looks. They look very authentic and they feel authentic too. The armguards are made of nicely tanned thick leather. But like most things medieval,comfort was last on the list of priorities. All in all I like them though,they are super durable and if you ever ran out of arrows you could beat someone to death with these things! They are heavy duty!
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from Pittsburgh on 7/6/2009
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Bought a pair, but the buckles don't match.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Berlin, Germany on 6/13/2009
Comments about Medieval Bracer:
These Bracers just look overwhelming. It is very well crafted. I can't find any weak points. They are adjustable to practically any size thanks to the concept of 2 parts connected with 3 leather straps. It takes a bit long to put them on though, but that's okay as I can't see how to change that without giving up the concept of high protection, great look and adjustability. I absolutely recommend this product to traditional archers. I bought the set (right and left arm) just for the looks! By the way, it perfectly matches the Lockesley Quiver also available here. It uses the same leather combo of dark red and brown and even has the same symbol engraved.
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from Ocala Fl. on 3/3/2009
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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
from Stockholm SWE on 2/20/2009
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Too small for an adult, looks good but they are way too small.
I will never use them since they are almost shorter than the brace height on my bow ther is no use.
[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
from sweden on 2/6/2009
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Too small. had no use for ém so i gave them to jr.
The size is perfect for a 10 year old.
[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
from north carolina on 1/19/2009
Comments about Medieval Bracer:
A cool product but the leather is really stiff and uncomfortable
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Tyler TX on 1/18/2009
Comments about Medieval Bracer:
smells good!
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Zaragoza, Spain on 1/7/2009
Comments about Medieval Bracer:
The leather is quite stiff (I have applied some hands cream to soften it a little, we'll see how it works) and the adjustment system is limited if your arm is not very thick since the two leather parts interfere against each other before fitting OK to your arm.
The look is as good as seen on the website photographs and the finish quality is really superb.
from british columbia canada on 10/27/2008
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Coudn't be happier on time packaged securely a great experience all round with your firm my first time shopping with will order again thanks guys.
from Pa on 9/2/2008
Comments about Medieval Bracer:
Can't say that I'd recommend this for several reasons:
1) The design causes the part of the bracer that is supposed to shield your arm to stick out and catch the bow string.
2) The leather dye wasn't sealed
3) I'm not a big person, yet the leather bracer was neither long enough nor wide enough to cover my arm.
As a result of the poor curing, it ruined one of my shirts by bleeding red dye all over it.
Delivery from 3Rivers was, as usual, excellent.
from Buford, GA on 8/5/2008
Comments about Medieval Bracer:
Love the look. Enjoy the durability. Since my arm is not HUGE, the bracer adjusted perfectly although the straps hung down which I will have to alter in the future. Good Quality Product!
from Birmingham , Al on 8/4/2008
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Arm protection that looks real good
from new york on 7/29/2008
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I love this site. I buy would all my things here but I hate the youth arrows (they break easily). I prefer traditional archery because it is challenging. This product works well. It's just a little tricky to get on/off. Over all I would definetly buy again.
from rock hill, sc on 7/18/2008
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This item is great for the price and looks authentic too with nice trim design in the leather. Color is neat, red leather on top, brown on bottom. Straps look tough too with all good quality. I use it with a glove too that kind of holds this bracer in place to a degree. I could see someone having trouble getting this to stay exactly where you want it on your arm. It has to do with the shape or you arm, how do you get something like this to fit perfect and stay put on that angle. Perhaps some foam weather strip glued inside or something to add a little friction. Would a more expensive bracer work better? I don't know. I'd buy this one again.
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from MARION, INDIANA on 5/24/2008
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I ENJOYED THE LOOK OF THIS ITEM MORE THAN THE PRACTICAL USE OF IT. I FOUND IT HARD TO ADJUST TO THE CORRECT DIAMETER OF MY FOREARM. HOWEVER, I WOULD STILL PURCHASE THIS ITEM DUE THE BEAUTY OF IT AS WELL AS THE UNIQUENESS OF IT.
[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
from Baltimore, Maryland on 5/6/2008
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I like the colors and the way it fits on my forearm.