i like the majority of these designes. i just wanted to let you guys know back in OK i was a mentor crafter for M.E.L.E.E. i taught people how to craft and make armor. and lo and behold i am an exellent leatherworker, and with proper supplies, and help, i can make that suit of armor out of leather. if i had a forge or a rounding log, i can make it out of metal. although, when it comes to Dag rules, armor only counts for one hit. so, leather would be best for practicality and heat. i know how hot metal armor can get, ive a little bit of SCA as well.
so..once i get more envolved i would be happy to help out in anyway i can. there isnt much i cant do. (i really dont mean to brag, but i speak from truth of experience)