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Post by SfcMigs on Feb 21, 2012 18:26:18 GMT -5
Hey All: I am a German Heer reenactor based out Boston. To date I have never attended an airsoft event, but have always wanted to try it out. I had no idea people did WWII airsoft until I found this forum sometime ago. Anyway, if all goes well I may break my airsoft virginity with this event (I still want to try "modern" airsoft at some point). That said, I have a few questions. (1) I have an impeccable period-correct kit from reenacting. However, at the moment I do not have a proper airsoft gun. I wil try to obtain one prior to the event. I do, however, own an original 1939 K98 that I fire blanks with at reenactments. I know someone above asked about using blanks. If I was unable to obtain an airsoft gun before the event, would a blank-fire K98 be permitted? I believe some local reenactors (914th) attended the Day of Day event last year and used K98s/blank fire. (2) What do people use for face/eye protection for WWII airsoft? Obviously reproduction toques could be use for face protection (and be dead-on period correct), but what is normally used for eye safety? (3) Is it required to attend the event that you be part of, or come with, an established unit? I may try to convince some members of my reenacting unit to do this event with me, but I think they will baulk. I may end up flying solo. Also, I have a zelt-tent (4 people) that anyone is welcome to share with me if they need quarters. However, I respectfully ask that anyone doing so not bring any modern gear/equipment inside. DANKE! -Chris There is an airsoft shop down the street from the field - and they sell airsoft guns. I'm sure they'll have an extra Tommy Gun or Mp40 for sale. (or even possibly for rent) Personally, I think mixing airsoft and blank fire may be a little "funky" for lack of a better word. I've spoken to Lester about his inventory at the shop and he does have MP-40's and Thompson's for sale, but not to rent. His only rentals are of the modern variety. As for the blank fire weapons, they truly added a lot of realism and flavor to the last two events and everyone seemed to enjoy the noise. As for the safety aspect of these weapons, that will all be covered at the safety briefing before the event on Saturday.
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Post by SfcMigs on Feb 21, 2012 18:34:59 GMT -5
Quick update. More and more registrations have been coming in and a lot more are pending. The numbers are growing on all sides, U.S., Resistance and German. This is shaping up to be one special event. One of our German leaders (who used to do Airborne ;D) Gordak is on board and has said all of his museum Soldats are in as well. I'm also liking all the chatter and the build up is very encouraging. Looks like a good time is guaranteed for all! ;D ;D ;D
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Post by warpath890 on Feb 21, 2012 19:02:17 GMT -5
I'm also assuming that low/mid cap magazines will only be allowed?
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Post by cryonics on Feb 21, 2012 22:11:19 GMT -5
Hey All: I am a German Heer reenactor based out Boston. To date I have never attended an airsoft event, but have always wanted to try it out. I had no idea people did WWII airsoft until I found this forum sometime ago. Anyway, if all goes well I may break my airsoft virginity with this event (I still want to try "modern" airsoft at some point). That said, I have a few questions. (1) I have an impeccable period-correct kit from reenacting. However, at the moment I do not have a proper airsoft gun. I wil try to obtain one prior to the event. I do, however, own an original 1939 K98 that I fire blanks with at reenactments. I know someone above asked about using blanks. If I was unable to obtain an airsoft gun before the event, would a blank-fire K98 be permitted? I believe some local reenactors (914th) attended the Day of Day event last year and used K98s/blank fire. (2) What do people use for face/eye protection for WWII airsoft? Obviously reproduction toques could be use for face protection (and be dead-on period correct), but what is normally used for eye safety? (3) Is it required to attend the event that you be part of, or come with, an established unit? I may try to convince some members of my reenacting unit to do this event with me, but I think they will baulk. I may end up flying solo. Also, I have a zelt-tent (4 people) that anyone is welcome to share with me if they need quarters. However, I respectfully ask that anyone doing so not bring any modern gear/equipment inside. DANKE! -Chris Chris we would love to have you attend this event with your blank fire weapon. We have done this in the past and it adds a lot of realism to our events. I also have a few extra Axis weapons that I keep as spares, assuming my main weapon does not die on me I would be happy to lend you an MP40 or MP44 if you wanted to mix blank fire with Airsoft. As for our impressions, I think you will be pleasantly surprised at how accurate our members try to make their uniforms. Everytime I go people get more and more spot on with the help of the veterans that graciously point out some minor flaws. Airsoft reenacting is a blast and along with the Airsoft weapons you will see us using Airsoft grenades and all kinds of other weapons that make for a realistic experience. I agree with you on facial hair. I have always asked that my team members shave it off before the events and I am happy to report that at the last event the last facial hair hold out shaved it off ;D. My feeling is that this is something that you can grow back in a week or two so get rid of it and look the part We always enjoy blank fire reenactors at out events and I know of a few blank fire reenactors from other units that will be attending so you are more then welcome and we would love to have you attend.
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Post by sedition on Feb 21, 2012 22:32:34 GMT -5
Cryonics, thanks for the warm welcome and all the info.
Best Regards, -Chris
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Post by ackack on Feb 21, 2012 22:40:28 GMT -5
I do believe high caps are allowed
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Post by SfcMigs on Feb 21, 2012 23:19:36 GMT -5
I'm also assuming that low/mid cap magazines will only be allowed? All period correct magazines are allowed, low, mid and high. However, players are not allowed to carry "extra" ammo into the field with them. Only loaded magazines are allowed. You can not carry BB bottles/bags, etc. If you have an ammo can/box, you can store extra mags or bags of BB's in these receptacles and placed them throughout the field or have a ammo drop, etc. Of course, if you placed these ammo cans/boxes in the field, you risk getting them captured (just like I did last event). The only exception to this rule is players are allowed to have a speed loader for their side arm OR loose ammo is allowed for 8MM guns. These ammo restrictions really seemed to have worked well for the past few events and sometimes decided an outcome or retreat due to one side running out of ammo. One of the things I've previously mentioned is that to start the game, the 101st defending Bastogne will have a limited supply of ammo. One of the early objectives is to be re-supplied by other units. Will make for interesting play.
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Post by sedition on Feb 21, 2012 23:50:47 GMT -5
FYI, I contacted a reenactor associate (from another local unit) who attended the Day of Days event, and he gave me an emphatically good review of it...and that is even coming from us curmudgeon anal stitch-nazi reenactors! He said the main reason they aren't attending this event is competing reenacments in late Feb/early March (e.g. a time, travel, and $$ issue). So, I just want to give you guys that positive feedback, and hope that it may help anyone on the fence about this event. I'm really going to make best efforts to attend.
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Post by drizzt04 on Feb 22, 2012 1:25:54 GMT -5
I am one of the reenactors that was at Day Of Days. Everyone that was there semed to love having us out there. There s nothing like the sight and sound of an mg42 firing at you, and airsoft guns just can not duplicate that. Getting the softers to take hits was a little hard at first, but they quickly caught on, and by the end of the day were taking hits far better than the allies did at say GAP this year.
I am having the same problem with getting people to go. I invited friends from a few different units and for the most part, they just cant afford another event. There is a ton going on for reenacting in the next few weeks. Newville, PA is Feb 24-26, Gap2, PA is March 23-24, and Liquid Planet, NH is Mar30-Apr1. Thats alot of travel and expense for one month.
Knight, I am waiting on word from one of my guys on if he can attend. He should have an answer by tomorrow. If he cant make it, I will bring my k98 and you can use that if you would like. Not sure how many blanks I have right now though. Less than 100 I think.
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Post by sedition on Feb 22, 2012 1:38:35 GMT -5
...taking hits far better than the allies did at say GAP this year. HAHA! Well, that is not saying much. How'd you like the new barracks (without going too far off topic!)? Yeah, there are some really great events going on. My unit isn't going to Newville (wish to God we were, that place is beyond insane), or Gap2. If I was, there would be no way I could also be trying to plan for this event. What reenacting unit are you with? 914th? I fee like I've seen "Drizzt" around other reenactment forums, yahoo groups, and the such.
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Post by kern1944 on Feb 22, 2012 10:19:33 GMT -5
Hey All: I am a German Heer reenactor based out Boston. To date I have never attended an airsoft event, but have always wanted to try it out. I had no idea people did WWII airsoft until I found this forum sometime ago. Anyway, if all goes well I may break my airsoft virginity with this event (I still want to try "modern" airsoft at some point). That said, I have a few questions. (1) I have an impeccable period-correct kit from reenacting. However, at the moment I do not have a proper airsoft gun. I wil try to obtain one prior to the event. I do, however, own an original 1939 K98 that I fire blanks with at reenactments. I know someone above asked about using blanks. If I was unable to obtain an airsoft gun before the event, would a blank-fire K98 be permitted? I believe some local reenactors (914th) attended the Day of Day event last year and used K98s/blank fire. (2) What do people use for face/eye protection for WWII airsoft? Obviously reproduction toques could be use for face protection (and be dead-on period correct), but what is normally used for eye safety? (3) Is it required to attend the event that you be part of, or come with, an established unit? I may try to convince some members of my reenacting unit to do this event with me, but I think they will baulk. I may end up flying solo. Also, I have a zelt-tent (4 people) that anyone is welcome to share with me if they need quarters. However, I respectfully ask that anyone doing so not bring any modern gear/equipment inside. DANKE! -Chris Hi Chris, Glad to see you on here. Thanks for contacting me about 'Airsoft'. You'll have a blast. You will have no regrets. I'm looking forward to returning when my health gets better. To the rest of you guys, Sorry for my long absence. I've had a little set back health wise and can't wait to get out there with you guys again!!! Kern
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Post by drizzt04 on Feb 22, 2012 12:35:40 GMT -5
I was with the 914th. We have parted ways and now I am 1SS. I am sure you have seen me floating around on the boards. If airsoft is something you are thinking of getting into more often, contact me offlist. My unit plans on doing a lot of airsoft and it will give you a group to go with.
New barracks were nice, but no personality. Made it hard to get into the right frame of mind.
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Post by sedition on Feb 22, 2012 15:58:45 GMT -5
Hey All: I am a German Heer reenactor based out Boston. To date I have never attended an airsoft event, but have always wanted to try it out. I had no idea people did WWII airsoft until I found this forum sometime ago. Anyway, if all goes well I may break my airsoft virginity with this event (I still want to try "modern" airsoft at some point). That said, I have a few questions. (1) I have an impeccable period-correct kit from reenacting. However, at the moment I do not have a proper airsoft gun. I wil try to obtain one prior to the event. I do, however, own an original 1939 K98 that I fire blanks with at reenactments. I know someone above asked about using blanks. If I was unable to obtain an airsoft gun before the event, would a blank-fire K98 be permitted? I believe some local reenactors (914th) attended the Day of Day event last year and used K98s/blank fire. (2) What do people use for face/eye protection for WWII airsoft? Obviously reproduction toques could be use for face protection (and be dead-on period correct), but what is normally used for eye safety? (3) Is it required to attend the event that you be part of, or come with, an established unit? I may try to convince some members of my reenacting unit to do this event with me, but I think they will baulk. I may end up flying solo. Also, I have a zelt-tent (4 people) that anyone is welcome to share with me if they need quarters. However, I respectfully ask that anyone doing so not bring any modern gear/equipment inside. DANKE! -Chris Hi Chris, Glad to see you on here. Thanks for contacting me about 'Airsoft'. You'll have a blast. You will have no regrets. I'm looking forward to returning when my health gets better. To the rest of you guys, Sorry for my long absence. I've had a little set back health wise and can't wait to get out there with you guys again!!! Kern Hah, likewise good to see you here! (Kern was indeed the "reenactor associate" I had contacted, but I didn't want to drop any names out of privacy considerations and the such)
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Post by piper318 on Feb 22, 2012 16:00:39 GMT -5
I am one of the reenactors that was at Day Of Days. Everyone that was there semed to love having us out there. There s nothing like the sight and sound of an mg42 firing at you, and airsoft guns just can not duplicate that. Getting the softers to take hits was a little hard at first, but they quickly caught on, and by the end of the day were taking hits far better than the allies did at say GAP this year. I am having the same problem with getting people to go. I invited friends from a few different units and for the most part, they just cant afford another event. There is a ton going on for reenacting in the next few weeks. Newville, PA is Feb 24-26, Gap2, PA is March 23-24, and Liquid Planet, NH is Mar30-Apr1. Thats alot of travel and expense for one month. Knight, I am waiting on word from one of my guys on if he can attend. He should have an answer by tomorrow. If he cant make it, I will bring my k98 and you can use that if you would like. Not sure how many blanks I have right now though. Less than 100 I think. Bill Liquid Planet, NH is Mar30-Apr1? what is going on their
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Post by sedition on Feb 22, 2012 16:12:13 GMT -5
I am one of the reenactors that was at Day Of Days. Everyone that was there semed to love having us out there. There s nothing like the sight and sound of an mg42 firing at you, and airsoft guns just can not duplicate that. Getting the softers to take hits was a little hard at first, but they quickly caught on, and by the end of the day were taking hits far better than the allies did at say GAP this year. I am having the same problem with getting people to go. I invited friends from a few different units and for the most part, they just cant afford another event. There is a ton going on for reenacting in the next few weeks. Newville, PA is Feb 24-26, Gap2, PA is March 23-24, and Liquid Planet, NH is Mar30-Apr1. Thats alot of travel and expense for one month. Knight, I am waiting on word from one of my guys on if he can attend. He should have an answer by tomorrow. If he cant make it, I will bring my k98 and you can use that if you would like. Not sure how many blanks I have right now though. Less than 100 I think. Bill Liquid Planet, NH is Mar30-Apr1? what is going on their They are doing some kinda public display/timeline or something, and I think another one the weekend of July 7.
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Post by kern1944 on Feb 22, 2012 16:40:16 GMT -5
I am one of the reenactors that was at Day Of Days. Everyone that was there semed to love having us out there. There s nothing like the sight and sound of an mg42 firing at you, and airsoft guns just can not duplicate that. Getting the softers to take hits was a little hard at first, but they quickly caught on, and by the end of the day were taking hits far better than the allies did at say GAP this year. I am having the same problem with getting people to go. I invited friends from a few different units and for the most part, they just cant afford another event. There is a ton going on for reenacting in the next few weeks. Newville, PA is Feb 24-26, Gap2, PA is March 23-24, and Liquid Planet, NH is Mar30-Apr1. Thats alot of travel and expense for one month. Knight, I am waiting on word from one of my guys on if he can attend. He should have an answer by tomorrow. If he cant make it, I will bring my k98 and you can use that if you would like. Not sure how many blanks I have right now though. Less than 100 I think. Bill Liquid Planet, NH is Mar30-Apr1? what is going on their This re-enactment is going to take place at Liquid Planet in Candia, NH on the last weekend of March. They are doing an "Operation Varsity" Jump over the Rhine - March 1945 event. Liquid Planet has a zip line and the Airborne troops are going to use it to simulate an airdrop. They have 30 harnesses and will be able to bring in 30 guys at a time. Sounds pretty good. If you want more info, contact me off list and I'll be more than happy to give you all the info. Thanks, Kern
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Post by cryonics on Feb 22, 2012 19:38:41 GMT -5
Hi Chris, Glad to see you on here. Thanks for contacting me about 'Airsoft'. You'll have a blast. You will have no regrets. I'm looking forward to returning when my health gets better. To the rest of you guys, Sorry for my long absence. I've had a little set back health wise and can't wait to get out there with you guys again!!! Kern Hey Kern, nice to hear from you and very sorry to hear about your heath. I had fond memories of you at Days of Days and would love to see you participate in the future. May you get well soon Steve you made a great impression on all of us.
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Post by drizzt04 on Feb 22, 2012 22:02:54 GMT -5
Just out of curiousity, did any of you guys try those mortar plans I sent you? I was just wondering how well they work with airsoft rounds.
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Post by HornetWSO on Feb 22, 2012 22:50:47 GMT -5
Drizz, I had built a bazooka that was very similar to your mortar plan. Shoots nerf vortexs pretty well.
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Post by drizzt04 on Feb 24, 2012 23:33:50 GMT -5
I thought it would work. It is a pretty reliable system that has been around for years.
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Post by SfcMigs on Feb 25, 2012 16:12:05 GMT -5
UPDATE With only two weeks to go I wanted to let everyone know that our event is on track and looking better and better each day. Registered attendance is at 40 right now and I'm expecting around another 6 - 10 to register soon. All scenarios and time lines have been carefully thought out and will be posted shortly. Only Commanding Officers will have full knowledge of ALL the scenarios planned. Props and necessary items are almost complete and will be in place shortly. Grenade order has been received and will be distributed to those who pre-ordered them at the registration table. The only down side to this is that ALL the grenades are German Stick Grenades. The ball type grenades were completely out of stock. I should have about 6 or so extra to sell, but that will be it. I bought every last one they had, so I'm sorry to those who will get shut out on this. Overall, this is shaping up to one great event. Hope you all are looking froward to this as much as I am. Migs
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Post by padock502pir on Feb 25, 2012 19:17:45 GMT -5
how old must you be to sleep over
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Post by padock502pir on Feb 25, 2012 19:41:21 GMT -5
can a parent just spend the night for some beginner sleepoverers (not a parent playing)
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Post by SfcMigs on Feb 25, 2012 22:30:06 GMT -5
can a parent just spend the night for some beginner sleepoverers (not a parent playing) We have had young players (14-17) dropped off by their parents on Saturday and picked up on Sundays before, as long as their parent signs the release waiver provided on this thread or at the field. It would be prudent to seek out the event producer (Joe Migs) to discuss the particulars at the field as far as good time to pick up, etc. Please keep in mind that if your child (and the parent) is going to camp out, period tents are required on the actual field of play. HOWEVER, camping with modern tents, etc. are allowed in the parking lot. Which will be right next to where the U.S. forces will have their camp set up. Once we stop game play for the night, you and your child are welcome to stay by our fire and retire to your tent/car. So yes parents are welcomed to sleep over and join us, just not on the field of play while we are playing. UNLESS, you would like to be an official video person (camera provided). Hope this helped and feel free to PM me directly if you have any other concerns. Migs
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Post by aj czarkowski on Feb 26, 2012 16:58:13 GMT -5
how old must you be to sleep over Hey Conor me and Merrick are staying both days but were still looking for a tent. If we can't find a WWII one we'll just sleep in the parking lot.
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Post by HornetWSO on Feb 26, 2012 17:07:18 GMT -5
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Post by aj czarkowski on Feb 27, 2012 20:21:00 GMT -5
We are going as US. Thanks for the link, that helped alot
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Post by HornetWSO on Feb 28, 2012 21:18:35 GMT -5
Week and a half out, I'm getting pretty excited! I'm putting the finishing touches on my kit, and starting to pack!
Wanted to remind all to plan for the cold and to bring food that will keep you going for two days.
This is shaping up to be a great event!
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Post by Gordak on Feb 28, 2012 22:12:42 GMT -5
This is going to be a big one
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Post by SfcMigs on Feb 28, 2012 23:13:26 GMT -5
With a little over a week and a half to go, I have to say that this is shaping up to be a special event. Our numbers are strong (44) and everyone seems to be really pumped up for this one.
It will be important for everyone to arrive by 8:30AM (start of registration/check in) so things can move by smoothly and we can get to the safety briefing on time and then get to the fun stuff of shooting each other! ;D ;D
I am working out the final details for the weekend and I will lay out an outline as to what everyone can expect and what will be required from each one.
Stay tuned.
Migs
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