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Forum: Clothing, Equipment & How To

For discussions of material culture and "how to do it."

  1. Exclamation Sticky Thread Sticky: Reviews of Equipment

    Since there's been some questions raised about this issue, I will reiterate our long standing policies. The basic rule of thumb is the Golden...

    Started by Provost‎, 01-16-2007 06:38 PM
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  1. "Pocket Trash" Period Pocket Stuffing

    In other time periods I participate in, we typically have sources for correct paperwork i.e. personal ID, military paperwork and or letters, photos...

    Started by Grabenkater‎, 05-16-2013 11:05 AM
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  2. Musket Lock

    I am looking for a lock for an Armi-sport 1842. I am told that you can get this converted to a flintlock. Where can I find a lock? How hard is it...

    Started by rgr44‎, Yesterday 08:17 AM
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  3. Casting Minnie' Pt. II

    I forgot to keep up with this, but in short I have it figured out. My new mold just needed the "new" knocked off of it. I also got the electric...

    Started by Bushwhacker‎, 05-13-2013 05:51 PM
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  4. Fall Creek Sutlery?

    Newbie here. Anyone own a pair of their shoes? If so how do you like them.

    Started by Stonewall Jackson‎, 04-18-2013 07:39 PM
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  5. Euroarms parts

    I have a euroarms enfield in decent shape except no barrel assembly thinking about parting it out but wondering what the parts are going for?

    Started by 7tharkinf‎, 05-12-2013 03:16 PM
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    05-16-2013, 08:13 PM Go to last post
  6. Shellac, Varnish, or what?

    What is a period correct clear finish to use on wooden surfaces? Specifically I'm finishing up a simple trunk. Harry

    Started by Artyman‎, 05-14-2013 04:21 PM
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    05-15-2013, 08:27 PM Go to last post
  7. Working on creating a saber belt and need measurements...

    While I am working on constructing a 1840s Dragoon saber belt, I was wondering if anyone would give me the dimensions of the straps for even Civil...

    Started by David Reed‎, 05-12-2013 10:48 PM
    belt, dragoon, measurements, saber
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    05-15-2013, 12:14 PM Go to last post
  8. New here-- question regarding SC regimental caps/hats

    Im new here so bear with me, I know practically nothing about ACW uniforms. but do have some knowledge of CW weaponry, but weaponry is not what my...

    Started by flintlock‎, 05-14-2013 05:09 PM
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    05-15-2013, 07:32 AM Go to last post
  9. Measuring cup/device question

    I am trying to figure out what I should look for when trying to find a measuring cup and measuring spoon for a hospital kitchen display. I do not own...

    Started by 1stOVIGuard‎, 05-12-2013 10:55 PM
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    05-13-2013, 10:13 AM Go to last post
  10. Ordnance and QM Records of the 35th Tennessee Infantry

    A regiment that spent the war in Cleburne's Division......has a few interesting things. All info from Fold3 as usual. CSR of Col. B. Hill: ...

    Started by mississippian‎, 05-12-2013 03:08 PM
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    05-13-2013, 08:01 AM Go to last post
  11. baggage

    where did the troops put evert bit of camp gear like extra clothes blankets chairs big tents poles cooking stuff wooden boxes bottles guiters...

    Started by roger‎, 05-07-2013 08:14 PM
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  12. Smoothbore vs Rifled

    Hello! I portray a union private from Illinois mid war and will eventually be getting a gun. I am wondering if I should get a smoothbore...

    Started by matfor13‎, 05-08-2013 12:16 PM
    equipment, gear, gun, rifle, smoothbore
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    05-09-2013, 04:58 PM Go to last post
  13. Hot dipped tin vendors

    MODERATOR NOTE: This post was moved to a new thread from its original thread He said that at 150th Shiloh last year, too. Bottom line, get it...

    Started by Craig L Barry‎, 05-08-2013 08:53 AM
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  14. Hob Nails or Heel Plate for Brogans?

    Hello! I am fairly new to Reenacting (only been in one season!) and I will be purchasing my first pair of Brogans. Most likely from Fugawee. I am...

    Started by matfor13‎, 05-06-2013 01:09 PM
    brogans, civil war, equipment, heel plates, hob nails
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    05-09-2013, 07:35 AM Go to last post
  15. Officer braid material

    Was looking at some original CSA officer uniforms in a museum last month and I noticed that even though the uniforms themselves were somewhat moth...

    Started by Artyman‎, 05-07-2013 03:49 PM
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    05-08-2013, 08:15 AM Go to last post
  16. Neat new item from the Village Tinsmith

    Bill Hoover is now selling a North Carolina tin canteen with a "star" stamped on both faces and a tin spout. There are three examples of this canteen...

    Started by TheQM‎, 04-30-2013 01:18 PM
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    05-07-2013, 07:22 PM Go to last post
  17. Sibley Stove Setup Question

    I group of us just picked up a new sibley stove. I am shopping for the stove pipe now. Does anyone know if 4" stove pipe fits to the stove or is...

    Started by pvt_jb‎, 05-07-2013 01:28 PM
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    05-07-2013, 07:15 PM Go to last post
  18. Where to buy canvas with a selvedge edge?

    Any online stores that carry a cotton canvas with a selvedge edge? Thanks! Doug Davis 26th NC

    Started by Rough and Ready Boy‎, 05-07-2013 02:42 PM
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    05-07-2013, 03:32 PM Go to last post
  19. Removing lining?

    Anybody know if there is any evidence to support soldiers removing the lining from their jackets? I'm thinking about cutting the wool flannel body...

    Started by Mitchell‎, 05-01-2013 06:43 PM
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    05-07-2013, 01:54 PM Go to last post
  20. Cap Pouch Lining

    I have a cap pouch where the wool lining that helped keep the caps in has fallen out and been lost. It seems like a simple enough thing to find, but...

    Started by welshman15‎, 05-06-2013 06:37 PM
    • Replies: 4
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    05-07-2013, 02:00 AM Go to last post

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