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Sorry to get into a discussion on a non period subject but as a current Boy Scout Leader and past Commissioner (Current Venturing Advisor) I can tell you that a raffle is NEVER an approved fund...

Ahhh yes, amazing what happens when you lift the veil and actually attend a quality event. Welcome to the darkside, we have cookies. ;-) Seriously, attitude is what is important, we can always help...

But if the crew was conscious and alert why were they at their stations? If I was on that sub and it was taking on water I would have made every effort to abandon ship that I could. Could something...

I would reach out to some units beforehand though. I know my units generally won't allow you to just fall in if we don't know you from a safety and drill stand point. We often have units we regularly...

I have a friend who fixed one for me and did a more than commendable job but he was a bit of an expert in such matters. You may try contacting Lodgewood to see what they reccomend.

You have to have crazy good woodworking and ironworking skills to try and attempt. Every joint has to be dead on.

When the sub was raised though both hatches were closed. I suppose it may have swung shut due to water current but do you know if it was closed and sealed or just closed? It may be hard if not...

"Ersatz in the Confederacy" by Elizabeth Massey

I agree, I often find that first person is what spectators EXPECT; in fact, I am often bewildered when spectators "don't get it". Obviously if a spectator asks me for directions to the porta john or...

Folks,

I have spoken to Nick and he is OK but he (like many in the NY / NJ area) is out of power so does not have access to the web. I am sure he will be back on line just as soon as possible.

Payment received and jacket will ship by mid week. Mods please delete the thread and thank you Shawn.

Sold pending payment. Thanks!

Replied to your email - it is a grey jean wool. Here's a link to it on Nick's website:...

Price dropped to $130. This is a really nice jacket, never worn, hand sewn buttonholes, etc. I just don't need so many of them. It's brand new folks, still has the price tag on it. Pictures available...

Never worn size 44 NJ Sekela Richmond Depot II jacket for sale originally $180 asking $150 plus shipping. Remember Gettysburg is coming up in a year - this would be a great item for that event. ...

You may have to do a movie over 2 meetings to make it happen, I can't think of any short enough. Perhaps find the part of Ken Burn's documentary that deals with Antietam.

Mine is tin with no wax or any other non period lining and a number of years old with zero rust in it at all (I check it periodically with a bore light). I use similar methods mentioned above but I...

Those are all good. Another good one is "Rebel Private Front and Rear" by William Fletcher. You may also want to check out "Company Aytch" by Sam Watkins

First of all, I drink Cafe Du Monde Coffe with chickory all the time, I love the extra taste of the chickory.

As to period substitutes you have some good answers with water and tea. If there is a...

Is it leaking from the joints or has it cracked somewhere or has the wood come apart due to an issue with the bands? Unfortunately if it has cracked or come apart in some way there may not be much...

have a look through this thread http://www.cwreenactors.com/forum/showthread.php?25605-Material-for-Shirts and you can find some good sources for period fabrics.

Library of Congress

I have a situation with over pronation and MB&S do the trick for me. I also concuur that if you must get off the rack, John Lammers makes a very respectable shoe.

Ross,

Correct me if I am wrong but wasn't there some VERY LIMITED use of French patterned Tent D'Abris before 1862?

I wish I could remember where I read that.

Trust me, yes anyone can sew things; but sewing well is another. I can do it but it takes me forever and a day. Remember some people have talents others don't. In a former career I was a mechanic,...