Hey Blaeringr, just wondering if have made any progress on this system.
I was scrolling through the threads looking for almost this exact topic.
I have started creating a weapons and armor system that gets away from the +1/+2/+3 and moves to a "lower magic" type of progression. incorporated is multiple weapon materials for both armor and weapons.
I have also kept the DR and AC. The AC of armor is straight from the source then 1/2 rounded down to the wearers DR. the DR is increased or decreased depending on material and craftmenship of said weapon or armor, there are multiple levels of both, rather then just "masterwork"
Wondering if you have made any progress on your end?
Sen