Directory of Chain Mail Resources

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Sites about how to make chain mail armour. A chain mail (also known as maille) is made by linking together lots of rings. the result is armour that is both light, strong and flexible. Mail can also be used to make many other things besides armour, and there are many mail artists worldwide.

Resources in This Category

• Chainmail

  http://www.dcn.davis.ca.us/~jraller/chain/
  Chain mail and those who made and wore it throughout the years; James Dean (unconfirmed), various warriors, and your local butcher (validity may vary based on location). General information and methods.

• ChainMaille: the LORD Randolph Method

  http://www.chainmail.com/chainmall/cteach2.htm
  This document is intended to assist the novice chain mailer in designing and producing his own suit of armor

• Dave's Chainmail Construction Webpage

  http://www.chainmailbasket.com/
  Designed to help people who are interested in pursuing the task of creating chain mail. Features beginning techniques, tools, a gallery, and patterns.

• Illustrated Handbook

  http://realbeer.com/jjpalmer/HowtoChain.html
  A brief history of chain mail and detailed instructions on how to create chain mail and the tools to use.

• Mail (Chainmail) Page

  http://users.frii.com/katana/mail.html
  Short history of chain mail and information about the construction of chain mail in a home workshop; photos and links.

• Maille Artisans International League

  http://www.mailleartisans.org/
  Dedicated to the art and industry of chainmail. Offers instructions, weaves, patterns, a gallery, rated links and chat groups.

• Timotheous' Creations

  http://www.angelfire.com/sk/timotheous/Tc.html
  Gallery of chain mail clothing, accessories, and oddities

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