Hello Everyone, I am building a 1/3 scale limber from scratch and I need some advice. I have some fairly good drawings that I was able to scale and get the basic structure, but I have found nothing detailed as far as the hardware goes. Stuff like types of metal or design of the latch, hinges and tie down straps on the chest. Not trying to go for complete historical accuracy, but all I have found for a latch design is a squiggly line. Should I break down and spring for some real plans? Do they have all of the details I'm needing. I would rather forge iron than brass but I know the need for non-ferrous metals around powder.
I know many of you have been through this already, so any advice you have is welcome. Thanks, Michael