Heavy duty Cape cloack closure

[rendoman]

Hi all
Just finished the cape closure, ("alamaro" in italian Language) because I built a Tabard.
Solid brass machined, milled and brazed. I build also the chain with brass wire.
I chose engine turning as finishing, although the appearence was very nice, it seemed too new for a very old cape, so I decided to give a vintage look.

This closure can be used with heavy coat, apron or something that weight a lot. My cape is more or less 3kg finished, only one point lock.

[bruce.desertrat]

I like the effect of the 'vintage-ization'; really does make it look like an old, well-worn antique.

[rendoman]

Thank you!
I used oxy torch and iron dust, I tried by chance a couple of years ago, it seems working quite well for this purpose. After a little polishing with a 800grit sand paper, time and normal oxidation will do the job, I think.
That's my tabard, I still have to take some pictures worn. Wool is really good, a bit heavy, but warm and nice looking

[rendoman]

Il tabarro and the closure
First test today! Heavy and difficult to handle, incredibly warm and nice looking.
It's very difficult to go unnoticed!

[PJs]

Classy...going to have to call you Count Stefano from now on!

PJ

[DIYer]

Thanks rendoman! We've added your Cape Closure to our Miscellaneous category,
as well as to your builder page: rendoman's Homemade Tools. Your receipt:

Cape Closure by rendoman

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