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Post by Roska on Oct 13, 2007 4:38:32 GMT -5
Well, there are still few things missing and some things that I need to change, for example some pieces of canvas webbing, boots, helmet cover etc. You know it occurs to me seeing sites like that devoted to WWII German pictures- I didn't linger long there, but it appeared to be a Polish site? But it fascinates me, what is the draw of the 'Bad Guy' ? I mean... ...be something inherently compelling about the 'bad guy'- I just wonder what it is- Years from now will we see a similar interest in all things American? If so, I certainly hope its not for the same reasons...... Well, as a Finn who does Russian re-enacting from time to time, I could say it's probably nothing like that at all. Russia did kick our ass and cause plenty of damage to us and right after the war there was a lot of hatred towards the soviets. But it's not 1950's anymore, these days the world is different and I personally find no reason why we should think them as bad guys or anything like that. Most of the ordinary soldiers just did what they had to and I don't think there is anything evil or bad in that, except that they were killing each other. To me, buying and using all sorts of gear is just one extension of my interest in military history. I get to try and feel the conditions they fought and experience the limitations of the clothing and gear they had, be it Russian, German, American, Finnish or anything else. So, to me a normal frontline soldier is quite neutral in a way, they did not decide about politics and obviously most of them never wanted to fight in a war, they just had to.
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Post by Ersatzjack on Oct 27, 2007 3:09:17 GMT -5
Erixon - Nice beginning. It looks like you need magazines and pouches among other things. Drop me a PM if interested. I'll take them from the MP-40 I have for sale. You get the special member of the 9thSS pricing. You'll look down-right skirmishable with some ammo pouches. I'd work on a breadbag and canteen next. What are you doing for footwear and gaiters? Just keep working on it. You've got a few months yet.
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Post by jaeger on Oct 27, 2007 9:12:49 GMT -5
I have to say that the uniform simply looks outstanding on you Erixon! For some reason it just seems to fit (despite the lack of any field gear). It is also great to see another member of the 9th joining the ranks. Keep us informed on new stuff you get and once again, great job!
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Post by ersatzjack2 on Dec 2, 2007 15:38:45 GMT -5
Response to Sniper98 - Looks very good. I sure like the white coat and snow pants. Looks like you're entirely ready for the NY event in a couple of days. You might want to add a cuff title. That's a simple remedy. Just google some militaria supply vendor and purchase a Hohenstaufen cuff title. Oooops, that's right, you're going as Das Reich... pity.
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Post by sniper98 on Dec 2, 2007 17:23:52 GMT -5
Thanks a lot. There is a couple more things that I need to get to finish it off. One is a canteen. I cant find any place that sells one thats not like $110. Someone said to me that 1944 militara has one, I think I will check that out.
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Post by Jager.Drü on Dec 2, 2007 21:49:32 GMT -5
Tighten your belt up.
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Post by binarypunisher on Dec 2, 2007 22:56:49 GMT -5
Wow, GREAT impression! I personally think it is stitch nazi material myself...
Anyways, my only complaint is how lose your belt is.
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Post by Jager.Drü on Dec 2, 2007 23:06:04 GMT -5
Also if you are going to be issued winter clothing, you would be issued the felt topped winter boots as well. Low boots + snow = frostbite
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Post by Gordak on Dec 4, 2007 17:19:58 GMT -5
Lots of pictures not loading, I hope its temporary
sniper98, I like it, makes me think of the 11th, The photos are really good too, who ever took them is very skilled.
-Gordak
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Post by sniper98 on Dec 4, 2007 17:23:45 GMT -5
Thanks Hank took the pics.
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Post by Lev on Dec 5, 2007 14:00:19 GMT -5
Looks good, Sniper. Tighten up that belt and you'll be good to go.
Snow boots are "nice to have" IMHO. A white helmet cover would look super cool too.
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Post by sniper98 on Dec 5, 2007 17:48:29 GMT -5
Thanks A white helmet cover sounds good. I've been looking for one and haven't had any luck. Also, I am doing something about my belt, it does look a little loose.
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Post by Jager.Drü on Dec 5, 2007 19:14:01 GMT -5
Looks good, Sniper. Tighten up that belt and you'll be good to go. Snow boots are "nice to have" IMHO. A white helmet cover would look super cool too. The thing is if you were issued winter equipment/uniforms you were issued the whole thing, not bits and pieces. Top, bottom and boots. Most SS units were issued overcoats and wore jackboots for winter.
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Post by ersatzjack2 on Dec 16, 2007 19:11:50 GMT -5
Flectarn, nice looking G43. Are you going to convert it to airsoft?
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Post by flectarn on Dec 16, 2007 20:45:55 GMT -5
Why yes; I am! Right after I put my original stock back on! ;D
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Post by YankeeDiv26 on Dec 27, 2007 20:15:16 GMT -5
Great picture JagerDru, shame your not wearing peroid gloves/mittens. The whole look of it is awesome though. ...I also love how you are packing heat when you snowshoe
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Post by KippySmi7h on Dec 27, 2007 23:32:10 GMT -5
JagerDru, love the look of that pic. And who cares if he isnt wearing the right gloves? If he knows he's going into the I'm workin on it and it's cold, why not.
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Post by Russian on Dec 27, 2007 23:55:09 GMT -5
JagerDru, love the look of that pic. And who cares if he isnt wearing the right gloves? If he knows he's going into the I'm workin on it and it's cold, why not. Well, the goal of the hobby is to be 100% accurate. That means, while I have no real qualms with the gloves, that it wouldve been period correct, and easier, to have worn no gloves. It's the little things that make or break an impression. That's why people care. Looking good, though.
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Post by YankeeDiv26 on Dec 28, 2007 0:05:52 GMT -5
Jager's somebody who clearly knows that the gloves aren't right, and if its cold...you wear gloves, there's total logic in that. The purpose of this thread is to mention the innacuray's and suggest an improvement. All I'm saying is that the gloves aren't correct for WWII, not whether or not to wear them when its freezing out. If it were the stitch-knot-see thread, then there may be a problem.
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Post by Jager.Drü on Dec 28, 2007 0:14:13 GMT -5
It wasn't WWII snowshoeing. I went with my Dad and some of his friends and just wore my WWII stuff as I just got the parka for Xmas. I had some period looking fur lined gloves but they got soaked so I put modern one on. I'm also wear modern leggings that you can't see and I wore a pair of REI snowshoes.
Im sorry my picture of my snowshoeing day with my dad upset you, I know (out of all peole) that its not 100% prolly not even 80% correct because I was out having fun. Im also wearing modern ploypros under my stuff to be warm. I thought it was a cool picture and wanted to share.
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Post by Russian on Dec 28, 2007 0:35:54 GMT -5
Oh, I don't know if these are being directed at me, I don't think I stressed enough, I have no issue with it. Neville asked "Who cares?" and I was simply saying that I'm sure someone does, because "blah blah blah". However, I myself, personally, don't, because Jager's impressions are well done.
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Post by Jager.Drü on Dec 28, 2007 0:45:33 GMT -5
Well then I misunderstood your post. Pardon moi.
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Post by YankeeDiv26 on Dec 28, 2007 1:39:07 GMT -5
Jager, you know as good as anybody that it is absolutley forbidden to have a pleasureable day snowshoeing with your father, absolutely out of the question I for one still think it's an awesome picture, just that the gloves take away from it if you want to look at it through a "WWII lense". The impression looks just plain old cool, and it would be awesome to see some more pictures of it. Preferably stitch-knot-see style.
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Post by Russian on Dec 28, 2007 2:36:01 GMT -5
I agree fully, the picture is fantastic, those gloves...less fantastic (though, I do own those gloves, and they do keep the ol digits warm!)
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Post by Gordak on Jan 19, 2008 21:04:10 GMT -5
Stewie, Dru, Gadge, flectarn, Wowz! totally awesome. We are looking so good these days! all of you have tiny little things like belt buckels, or an ammo pouch left to go, Im really impressed. I have to dig out my german kit, its been ages! -Gordak
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Post by Jager.Drü on Feb 21, 2008 16:50:43 GMT -5
What two tanks did you kill?
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Post by click on Feb 22, 2008 6:05:11 GMT -5
What two tanks did you kill? Thats exactly what I was thinking Click
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Post by Gerry on Feb 22, 2008 18:39:08 GMT -5
What two tanks did you kill? What does it matter?
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Post by Jager.Drü on Feb 22, 2008 18:54:48 GMT -5
Because its an award given if you knock out a tank by yourself. Maybe you knocked out two tanks in airsoft. How would I know? Hence the question.
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Post by mauser98k on Feb 24, 2008 4:40:21 GMT -5
I personally think the tank destroyer awards are a neat touch, I've never seen any airsofters/reenactors use them before. It isn't overdone, and it looks cool. Authentic? Maybe not so high up there, but it isn't a stitch nazi thread. I think it's pretty cool, but that's just me..
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