Who we are
Mount Crom Armouries is a custom blacksmith and armour-making studio based in Red Deer, Alberta, known for creating historically inspired, functional, and stylized armour and weaponry for a wide range of uses — from film, stage, and media productions to bespoke commissions for individuals, reenactors, and collectors.
At the heart of their work is a blend of traditional metalworking and creative artistry. The team — often referred to as the “Dwarf Twins” on social media — forges metal by hand, embracing the timeless craft of the armourer while infusing pieces with narrative and visual character. They produce custom suits of armour, pauldrons, gauntlets, helmets, blades, and other medieval and fantasy-themed gear, combining historical authenticity with imaginative design.
Our Story
Two brothers, inspired by stories of knights and legendary warriors, shared a fascination with armor and the heroes who wore it. What started as curiosity quickly turned into a challenge — to build their own. With simple tools and countless hours of trial and error, they began crafting piece after piece, learning as they went.
From those early experiments, Mount Crom Armories was born — a passion project forged through creativity, dedication, and the dream of bringing armor and legend to life.
Our Mission
Mount Crom Armouries Inc. stands as a legendary force of creativity, forging excellence in the production and manufacturing of both historically authentic and fantastical works, seamlessly blending the timeless with the imaginative.
Pushing the boundaries of possibility, we craft products that unite epic storytelling, unmatched functionality, and deep historical reverence, creating immersive experiences that speak to the hearts of fandoms, history enthusiasts, combat sports warriors, and visionaries in the realms of film, television, and the arts.
Our creations are born from the passion and skill of our dedicated artisans, who design, develop, and produce premium works for a vast array of clients across industries—whether in the worlds of entertainment, creative arts, hobby societies, or historical and cultural institutions.
With a relentless commitment to delivering powerful, immersive experiences, we proudly share our craft and ingenuity with the world from our headquarters in Red Deer, Alberta, Canada, bringing epic journeys to life for all who seek adventure and history
OUR HUMBLE JOURNEY
The Twins (Gonzalo Franco & Bernardo Franco) and The Winged Crusader (Alex Osborn) featured at CBC News Edmonton - April 26, 2025 • CBC News Edmonton • CLICK TO VIEW VIDEO
CTV Your Morning Edmonton reporter Kim Wynn features The Twins of Mount Crom Armouries (Bernardo and Gonzalo Franco) and The Winged Crusader (Alex Osborn) at their morning show at CTV Edmonton • February 2, 2026 • Click to watch video from CTV News website
CTV Edmonton news reporter Matt Woodman visits Mount Crom Armouries and meets The Twins (Gonzalo Franco & Berny Franco), a staff of Mount Crom Armouries, and The Winged Crusader (Alex Osborn) • CTV News Edmonton - February 6, 2026 • Journalist: Alex Antoneshyn • CLICK TO VIEW ARTICLE & VIDEO
The Twins (Gonzo and Berny Franco) performing a final inspection of The Winged Crusader's (Alex Osborn) right after the completion of his new hand-forged armour set.
Christian (TLR Staff) learning about the operations of Mount Crom Armouries Workshop with Gonzo.
Gonzo working on an armour piece on Mount Crom Armouries' workshop
OUR GREAT CREATIONS
The Winged Crusader (Alex Osborn) as Calgary Expo 2025's Master of Cosplay nominee. Armour hand-forged by Mount Crom Armouries
The Winged Crusader (Alex Osborn) at the Mount Crom Armouries workshop just after the completion of his armour.
One of Mount Crom's creations - Metal Gauntlets
The Winged Crusader (Alex Osborn) as the Gray Warden Commander (made by Mount Crom Armouries) with his flaming sword. Photo by Frank Tabuldan - TLR Productions
MORE ABOUT OURSELVES
THE PEOPLE OF MOUNT CROM ARMOURIES
Founders of Mount Crom Armouries
Mount Crom Workshop
The Guild Hall
Media & Technical