equipment requirements!
We do not expect you to run out
and drop $1000.00 over night, if you can, GREAT! So we
devised a flow chart of the basic equipment that you
will need for your first tactical. We will loan some gear to
help you get started, but do not rely on it all the time.
| Corcoran Jump Boots |
Issue
boot for US Army paratroopers through 1943. These
were also sought after by regular troops who often
purloined or "acquired" via alternative means. These
feature russet brown leather uppers,
toe caps, 12 eyelets, leather soles, slanted heels,
rubber "US Army" marked half soles, and "Goodyear"
heels.
www.atthefront.com or www.ebay.com |
| M1942 Un-reinforced Jump Uniform |
As issued by the
quartermaster. These uniforms were worn throughout
the War by the 11th, 17th, 82nd, and 101st Airborne
Divisions. The reinforced models did not show up
until the Normandy campaign and not all troopers
were able to get their uniforms modified in time. By
wearing the standard uniform instead of the
reinforced, it allows you to attend Africa/Italy
events accurately, there is photographic evidence of
504th paratroopers wearing their standard 42's in
Market Garden, but the M1943 uniform is preferred.
www.athtefront.com is the preferred vendor of
the "imported standard 42 uniform" |
| Paratrooper helmet |
coming soon! |
|
Web Gear (2 options) |
| Garand Belt |
The 10 pocket Garand
belt is a great belt if your preferred weapon is the
M1 Garand, adjustable for larger troopers and is
easily found. You will also need combat suspenders
to carry your mussette, canteen, with cup and e-tool |
| Pistol Belt |
The Pistol belt is
accurate for the 82, but you will need to acquire
"rigger pouches" which can be costly. You will also
need combat suspenders to carry your mussette,
canteen, with cup and e-tool, if you choose to be a
medic, there would be no reason to have a Garand
Belt |
| E-Tools |
Several options:
T-handle shovel, pick-mattock or US Issue folding
shovel, appropriate cover must be obtained |
| Garrison Cap |
You will need a EM
Garrison cap, with blue piping if you are infantry,
with the red and blue glider/para patch.
www.wwiiimpressions.com has the best caps. |
| Misc. |
Mess Kit, silverware
www.ebay.com |
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