Armour
LANCASTERS ARMOURIE LIMITED
SELF-ASSEMBLY ARMOUR INSTRUCTIONS
L/A, SA Armour Assembly Instructions.
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Please check the relevant list for pieces included in your order: -
Plates for LASA Legs Armour: -
LL1 RL1
LL2 RL2
LL3 RL3
LL4 RL4
LL5 RL5
LL6 RL6
LL7 RL7
LL8 RL8
LL9 RL9
2 Roundels (if ordered)
Lay out the plates for one set at a time only, in order sequence, i.e. LL1 at the top followed by LL2 etc.
LL = left leg; RL = Right leg;
4 * looped end suspension straps.
4 * 50mm buckled straps (for Greaves)
10 * 80mm buckled straps.
4* 300mm long straps.
2 * 400mm long straps.
4 * 90mm short straps.
Ancillaries:-
Copper rivets: - 30
Steel domed head rivets 60
Steel washers 100
25mm steel butt hinges 8
Tools: - You will need a 1 lb. (500gm) ball hammer, 4mm drill and a 10lb (5kg) hammer or lump of metal for an anvil, also a leather hole punch, a sharp knife & metal clamps/grips. A carpenters horse (or a length of wood between two chairs) will help with aligning leg armour.
Your Armour is designed to last your lifetime (late 1970's L/A armour is still being used and re-sold). Armour needs regular maintenance, particularly straps, which may need replacing from time to time. Feed and check all leather at least once a month.
Note: - Lancaster's Armourie Limited (L/A) takes every care to ensure each metal plate is free of sharp edges and burrs. However, please check each plate before you commence.
