Mike McWatters
Mike McWatters has been a collector and researcher of antique arms and armor since 1989. He is a member of the Company of Military Historians, writes for history magazines, and has consulted for museums, historical societies, and inquisitive people about swords and armor. He has been in sword fighting in many forms since 1992, and spends a lot of time in back rooms of museums. He spends his work days in a lab coat, and is a costumer, adventurer, and sci fi nerd in his free time.
Sessions in which Mike McWatters participates
Friday 18 February, 2022
Discussing experimental archaeology, historical reenactment, recreating the past for recreation, and what we learn from them all.
Saturday 19 February, 2022
A workshop on making steampunk guns.
Armor and Weapons mythbusting. A look into physics, engineering, and biomechanics of medieval and fantasy weaponry.
A workshop to learn the basics of making chain mail for use as armor or jewelry. Tools and supplies will be supplied.
I'll bring armor and weapons, let's discuss the past, present, and future. You can handle antique weapons and armor, modern recreations, and discuss what the future may hold.