Help on Starting Heer Impression

[lando]

I want to start by apologizing for starting a topic like this, I know about the search function but I'm deployed in Iraq right now and the internet is ungodly slow, we only get 30 minutes on the computers and it takes longer than that to load up the page.

I'm looking to start a Heer impression but dont know the specifics of what uniform/gear they used. I've seen pictures but dont know the names of the patern or model number for the gear. Right now I have an AGM MP40 so I'd be looking for MP40 pouches as well. If I could please get some info or links to a topic that lays out exactly what the uniform was and where to get it that'd be much appreciated. I feel bad asking for help but I dont have the time or the internet speed to do it myself. Thanks a lot for any help and I appreciate it a lot!

[Lev]

Hey, Lando.

Fir off, thanks for serving our country!

My favorite source for German uniforms and equipment is www.atthefront.com

Reasonable prices and good reproductions.. In short here's what you'll need for a basic impression:

- Stahlhelm (helmet)
- Cap
- Tunic
- Trousers
- Trouser belt or suspenders
- Equipment belt and buckle
- Y-strap
- Breadbag
- Canteen
- Gasmask canister and mask
- Low boots & gemaschen (leggins) or jackboots

Happy surfing!

[Jager.Drü]

go with a
M40 tunic
M37 trousers
M43 cap
M35/M40 helmet
suspenders
leather belt Heer buckel
Y-straps (Combat Y straps) they have two extra little straps on them for the A-frame.
Green/Tan breadbag
Canteen
Gasmask can.
Jackboots or Low boots
Mp40 pouches

[CharleyNovember]

Spearhead militaria on ebay is not a bad source for your impression for airsofting needs either. Stay safe in the sand man.

[Lev]

Don't get hung up on particular tunic models and what not. The German army did not distinguish between "M40," "M44" tunics, etc. They were all issues as equals. These are terms created by collectors. Pictures show a hodge podge of tunic, helmet, trouser types etc used throughout the entire war.

[Jager.Drü]

True, what if he wanted to do early war? Would he wear a M43 tunic? Nope it wasn't made yet. I said M40 because it is a basic tunic that works through out the whole war.

[Ripper]

Hey Lando, it's Ripper from the SLAP and KCAA boards.
You can PM me on any of these boards with whatever you are looking for and I can run down links and or prices for you.
Stay low, and I'll wait to hear from you.

[lando]

Thanks a lot for all the help, I appreciate it a lot.

Ripper: I'll definitely shoot you a PM, thanks!

[mauser98k]

Here, I made this list a while back, I might as well put it here too.
It isn't complete or anything, but it's a start.

M36 or M40 uniform set W/ basic Heer insignia (Shoulder boards, collar tabs, breast eagle). Both used throughout the war. (m42 and m43 for late war, m44 is useless.)

-M36, M40, or M42 wool greatcoat for winter.

-M36/m35 or m40 helmet. Both used throughout the war. (m42 for later as well)

-M34,m41, or m43 field caps. (M43 and m34 seemed more prevalent in photographs during ww2)

-Nov. 39 Marching boots (AKA Jackboots), or german ankle boots w/ gemaschen.(leggings)

-Field gear set:

Black EM leather belt W/ Heer buckle. (painted or silver). Both were used throughout the war. DAK tan web belt for late war.

M31 canteen W/ bakelite or metal conical type cup.

M31 mess tin painted Field Gray W/ Utensils.

Tan Breadbag with sewn on leather tabs and metal dish buttons.

Black leather Y-straps. Was used throughout the war. DAK tan web for late war.

Gas mask canister W/ gas cape bag and gas mask. M38 or the Earlier small model is fine.

Set of black leather K98 pouches.

Flat E-tool with black leather cover, or folding E-tool (klappspaten) W/ cover. (Flat E-tool was used throughout the war)

Kar98K Bayonet W/ scabbard and black leathe frog for attaching to belt. (More populaly attached to E-tool cover.

splinter camouflage Zeltbahn W/ two mess kit straps for attaching to belt.

Tent Peg set and splinter or field grey cover.

Optional* web/leather Assault Frame pack (A-frame) for attaching equipment easier.

OPTIONAL* Pony fur tornister pack for storing personal items and equipment.

OPTIONAL* Tan rucksack for storing items, personal, and standard issue.


-Personal Items:
Heer soldbuch
wool gloves
Wool socks
Wool head toque
Wool Heer blanket
Heer earmuffs

[odinfish]

Is there a stickied uniform and gear list? I saw a thread or 2 that could be a home for it if not.

Mike