What are you in the market for?

[paulcalloway]

Out of curiosity, as far as your uniform and gear purchases, what are you in the market for in the upcoming 6-12 months? Check all that apply.

[PrettyBoyDonovan]

Everything except a frock, hat and gun!

[Huck]

Everything except a frock, hat and gun!


Civilian clothing mostly, plus I'm pretty much into full replacement mode. Of items that I have worn out. But you can never have to many drawers, shirts socks etc etc.....

[bAcK88]

Well,
I'm now in the market for a frock coat, a new pair of trousers, new hat, civilan shirt, and accoutrements for my early war confederate impression since I have finished upgrading my late war kit.

[5thvacoh]

planning on getting a tim bender here soon.

[HOG.EYE.MAN]

I'm like Huck, I too need to replace some of my worn-out stuff.

[Spinster]

Civilian Blankets-looking for more variety in HEAVY civilian blankets--we have several of Pat Klien's, but are trying to avoid the "cookie cutter" look

Civilian Cookware --got the Federal issue kettles from Osman, need something more appropriate for civilians in the deep South, but something that does not rust out in one season like my last tin plated kettle did.

Civilian shoes--Got 2 reasonable pair, but they are getting worn out. Want something in the "poor folks" range--seems like many of the ladies shoes availible look more mid-to-upper class.

Another wagon.........

[Rich Pisarski]

I'm in good shape for my AOP impression. Now working the ANV have trouser's and the jacket's being done by Daley. Need the rest this of this kit

[MissAnnaMae]

Civilian shoes--Got 2 reasonable pair, but they are getting worn out. Want something in the "poor folks" range--seems like many of the ladies shoes availible look more mid-to-upper class.

Terre-
Have you considered purchasing a pair of brogans? I recently bought a pair of Lincoln Log Cabin brogans from one of the girls in our group who hated them. (They didn't fit her very well) I love them to pieces and they look oh so "poor". :-) Remind me to show them off this weekend.

[Matthew.Rector]

Civilian Blankets-looking for more variety in HEAVY civilian blankets--we have several of Pat Klien's, but are trying to avoid the "cookie cutter" look

I have to agree! I am somewhat in the market for a good civilian blanket myself. Certainly don't want to use an original.

[TeamsterPhil]

Like Huck, I am concentrating on mostly civilian clothing and gear.

Phil Campbell

[79th N.Y.S.M.]

Im trying to save for a Rifle.

[58 lorenz]

Heh! since last fall, I have bought everything on the list,except Officer's stuff. I'm still waiting for some of it :mad:

Doug Price

[hireddutchcutthroat]

I need a US and CS frock, CS vest CS issue shirt, and a CS knapsack. Oh and two US dress hats, one for "Western" AotT AotC and one fully trimmed for CA garisson.

[Charlie]

It's time to upgrade my great coat with a Daley great coat. Hopefully I will be able to afford it by the fall. Pricey but well worth it.
Just my two cents.

[MoFed]

boots
civilian frockcoat
slouch hat
1861 Springfield

Charles Hoskins

[King47thAL]

Need an overshirt and cravat for an early war garrison impression down here in FL.

[Strawfoot]

I'd like to replace my knapsack with one of Bob Serio's... I'm thinking of getting an Enfield from Zimmerman.

Did the ultimate upgrade and had lasik done last year.

Then there's always starting in on my western CSA impression down the road...

Mike Phineas
Arlington, TX

[DixieLand1859]

Things on my to get list are as follows:

Sleeping Cap
Some Civilian Trousers
Fed. Issue Shirt
And toying with the idea of a Weller Overcoat

[37NC]

My list of things to buy for this season
-new trousers
-after last years monsoon season a shelter half ( yea for bully buys)



Sgt. Daniel Curran
37th NC Co A

[AzTrooper]

I need some civilian trousers,"battleshirt", and a Musketoon for my Co. A, Arizona Rangers impression.
John Rogers
St. David, Az.

[Alamo Guard]

My wife makes most of my uniforms. She is making me new trousers for both federal and confederate.
Im saving up for some good quality leathers. MIssouri Boot and Shoe comes to mind. Also mt brograns have been repaired twice and just about had it. By this fall Im sure ill be seeking a new pair.

[CPT Fritz]

I am interested in obtaining an XL Federal greatcoat.

[KentuckyReb]

Gotta get me a good civilian shirt, and replace these Skinner Row brogans with a pair from Mattimore or MB&S. Far as the hat goes, I like my kepi and it looks good, but in the summertime I come home from events with ears that look like they've been microwaved. Wasn't there some author who talked about kepis 'hanging from the trees like strange fruit' in the wake of the AOT? Don't blame 'em sometimes. :(

[Doug Potter]

I have a lot of stuff, and I am always on the lookout for an item to upgrade to, I would like to get a good Frock coat to replace my Jarnigan, but I find that I don't use the frock much at all so I am not sure if I will replace it or not, but I do keep a list of everything I have and the maker and replacement value for insurance reasons, I don't take everything with me to events but I have enough stuff that I can pretty much meet any Federal equipment guidelines,
here is my list of stuff.

REENACTOR EQUIPAGE MANUFACTURE COST
61 SPRINGFIELD DEFARBED EURO ARMS $450.00
62 TOWER ENFIELD DEFARBED ARMI SPORT $450.00
AMMO BOX FRANKFORT ARSENAL CLOYE POTTER $30.00
BANJO FRETLESS MARTY LIEBSHNER $500.00
BAYONET ENFIELD ITALY $25.00
BAYONET SCABBARD TWO RIVET JIM LAMMERS $35.00
BAYONET SPRINGFIELD ITALY $25.00
BIBLE ORIGINAL EBAY $50.00
BRACES 3 PAIR DOUG POTTER $75.00
BURNING GLASS UNKNOWN $8.00
CAMP SHOES CANVAS ROBERT LAND $109.00
CANTEEN BULLSEYE VILLAGE TINSMITH $50.00
CANTEEN BULLSEYE HOT DIPPED TIN ORCHARD HILL $65.00
CANTEEN HALF WITH HANDLE VILLAGE TINSMITH $7.00
CANTEEN SMOOTHSIDE HOT DIPPED TIN SKILLET LICKER $100.00
CARTRIDGE BOX STRAP WITH EAGLE PLATE JIM LAMMERS $20.00
CARTRIDGE BUNDLES INERT 20 ROUNDS CARTRIDGES UNLIMITED $24.00
CRAVAT SILK UNKNOWN $15.00
CRIBBAGE BOARD ORIGINAL HAND CRAFTED $25.00
ENFIELD CONE PROTECTOR ORCHARD HILL $25.00
ENFIELD FROG AND SCABBARD UNKNOWN $25.00
EYE GLASSES ORIGINAL UNKNOWN $75.00
FEDERAL DARK BLUE TROUSERS CHRIS SULLIVAN $80.00
FEDERAL DOUBLE BAG KNAPSACK JIM LAMMERS $130.00
FEDERAL FORAGE CAP TYPE I CHRIS SEMANICK $80.00
FEDERAL FORAGE CAP TYPE II CHRIS SULLIVAN $80.00
FEDERAL FORAGE CAP TYPE II SUTLER ROW $25.00
FEDERAL FROCK COAT JARNAGIN $225.00
FEDERAL HARDEE HAT NICK ************ $85.00
FEDERAL HARDEE HAT DIRTY BILLIE $50.00
FEDERAL HARDEE HAT TIM ALLEN $100.00
FEDERAL HAVERSACK BLACK HAVERSACK DEPOT $50.00
FEDERAL ISSUE BLANKET CHARLIE CHILDS $175.00
FEDERAL ISSUE BLANKET MATT WOODBURN $85.00
FEDERAL ISSUE BROGANS WITH HEEL PLATES JIM LAMMERS $100.00
FEDERAL ISSUE CONTRACT VARIANT SHIRT GRAY KARLA POTTER $115.00
FEDERAL ISSUE CONTRACT VARIANT SHIRT TAN CHRIS DALEY $115.00
FEDERAL ISSUE DOMET FLANNEL SHIRT KARLA POTTER $125.00
FEDERAL ISSUE DRAWERS MUSEUM GRADE KARLA POTTER $80.00
FEDERAL ISSUE GREAT COAT JARNAGIN $225.00
FEDERAL ISSUE SACK COAT J.T. MARTIN UNLINED NICK ************ $110.00
FEDERAL ISSUE SACK COAT LINED CHRIS DALEY $160.00
FEDERAL MILITARY VEST 9 BUTTON FRONT QUARTERMASTER SHOP $60.00
FEDERAL MONEY REPRODUCTION SULLIVAN PRESS $3.00
FEDERAL SKY BLUE TROUSERS CHRIS SULLIVAN $80.00
FEDERAL SKY BLUE TROUSERS MUSEUM GRADE CHRIS SULLIVAN $150.00
FEDERAL U.S. PUPPY PAW BELT PLATE JARNAGIN $12.00
FLINT AND STEEL FIRE STARTER KIT HOMEMADE $12.00
GLOVES WOOL UNKNOWN $9.00
HAND CARVED FEDERAL EAGLE PIPE C.A. BURT $65.00
HARDEE MANUAL OF ARMS BOOK UNKNOWN $5.00
ID DISK REPRODUCTION JIM LAMMERS $5.00
JOURNAL LEATHER DIXIE LEATHER $19.00
KNIFE FORK SPOON COMBO REPRODUCTION MILITARY WAREHOUSE $12.00
LANTERN FOLDING VILLAGE TINSMITH $25.00
LANTERN FULL SIZE VILLAGE TINSMITH $25.00
LAUDANUM BOTTLE ORIGINAL UNKNOWN $60.00
LEATHER BELT WITH US BUCKLE JIM LAMMERS $25.00
LEATHER CANTEEN SLING ************ $35.00
LEATHER CAP POUCH SHIELD FRONT JIM LAMMERS $20.00
LEATHER CARTRIDGE BOX WITH US PLATE JIM LAMMERS $57.00
LEATHER RIFLE SLING ENFIELD UNKNOWN $25.00
LEATHER RIFLE SLING SPRINGFIELD UNKNOWN $25.00
MATCH SAFE ORIGINAL BRASS BRITISH CROWN EBAY $65.00
MITTENS WOOL TRIGGER FINGER ORCHARD HILL $25.00
MUSKET TOOL ENFIELD TIM PRINCE $40.00
MUSKET WRENCH SPRINGFIELD UNKNOWN $9.00
OFFICERS LAP DESK CLOYE POTTER $35.00
PAINTED GROUND CLOTH HOME MADE $23.00
POCKET KNIFE REPRODUCTION MILITARY WAREHOUSE $10.00
POCKET STATUE ORIGINAL UNKNOWN $20.00
RUBBER BLANKET JARNAGIN $45.00
SCARF MADE FROM WOOL FEDERAL BLANKET MATT WOODBURN $15.00
SHELTER HALF EARLY WAR DOUG POTTER $125.00
SHELTER HALF EARLY WAR DOUG POTTER $125.00
SHELTER HALF PINS 6 ORIGINAL U.S. ARMY $20.00
SHELTER HALF POLES 2 SETS REGIMENTAL QUARTERMASTER $30.00
SHIRT CIVILIAN MUSEUM GRADE KARLA POTTER $100.00
SHIRT MUSEUM GRADE COTTON FLANNEL TAN ROSS LAMEROUX $50.00
SLEEPING CAP KARLA POTTER $15.00
SMOKING CAP UNKNOWN $15.00
SOCKS 3 PAIR COTTON MICKEY BLACK $33.00
SOCKS WOOL CHRIS DALEY $30.00
TIN CAN BOILER VILLAGE TIM SMITH $15.00
TIN DIPPER WIS. VET MUSEUM $25.00
TOMAHAWK CAMP HATCHET PANTHER PRIMITIVES $22.00
TOMPION ENFIELD ORCHARD HILL $8.00
VMM BELT PLATE UNKNOWN $12.00
VMM BOX PLATE UNKNOWN $12.00
WALLET DIXIE LEATHER WORKS $18.00
WALLET WINCHESTER SUTLER $9.00
WESTERN FEDERAL BLUE LINE HAVERSACK CHRIS DALEY $40.00
WESTERN FEDERAL BLUE LINE HAVERSACK CHRIS DALEY $40.00
WESTERN FEDERAL WHITE HAVERSACK BRUCE MACDONALD $35.00
TOTAL $6,178.00

[srmitchell]

I need to purchase a Federal doublebag, eventually an Issac and Cambell knapsack, and always patterns, patterns, patterns. After the Mansfield march, I will most likely have to replace my brogans as well. :D

[FlaYankee]

Lets see here;
Defarbed m1861 Springfield (Euroarms), with appropriate tools and Original Bayonet
Hardee hat
Western contracter made '61 Cartridge Box and Cap Box
State Issue Jacket
Period matchsafe
Another Blanket
St.Louis Canteen
Thats just about it for now :)

Kindest Regards;
Harold Adams
Co. F, 48th NYVI/The Southeast Federals

[NY Pvt]

In the next year I know I need the following:
CS Enlisted Frock Coat
CS Trousers (have pair of Richmond depot but need a pair for other theaters)
CS Shoes

Things I know I really want in the next year (my wish list):
CS or Pre War knapsack
CS Tarred Haversack
Linen Shirt
Tin Drum Canteen
Civilian Sack Coat
Tait Jacket

[Kate Vogel]

I would like (they aren't really necessities, I suppose):

A "nicer" wool coat and a wool petticoat.

[Michael McComas]

If I don't make myself a new uniform this year, my pards are going to throw the old one on the campfire...with me still in it. A greatcoat or talma for bad weather, and a good knife.

[Pritchett Ball]

I'd like a...

Peter Tait Jacket, for Trans Miss. & late war ANV scenario use.
I have Log-Wood dyed Jean material for trousers, just gotta sweet-talk the Mrs. into helping me get started on them! :sarcastic

Kevin Dally

[KentuckyReb]

Forgot to mention a sling. Not really a necessity, but it would make Molly a lot easier to get along with for long periods at route step.

[CWLady]

Out of curiosity, as far as your uniform and gear purchases, what are you in the market for in the upcoming 6-12 months? Check all that apply.

I'm a fresh fish and a civilian, so I need a corset, a dress, undergarments... the list goes on. I need everything! (Aye.)

[texandrummer61]

Getting new coat for other events- my old one was plain garbage[ I got
suckered]Replacing old blanket with better quality one , and some period drawers. If anyone knows where to get an authentic blanket, issue or civillian
for a low price? I'm getting frantic!


Ian Broadhead
5th Texas co. A
Medich Battalion

[pvtRB_4thOVI]

I'm fairly new, but I can get along with what I got. Right now I need (but don't have the money for!):
Enfield Rifle
leather sling
bayonet
scabbard
ground sheet/poncho
Federal greatcoat
spoon
tarred haversack (so i can get rid of the stupid black canvas one i got)

[GeraldTodd]

MATERIALS! Broadcloth and buff leather.
and a new Hardee hat.

[mandmo7MOVI]

I'm in the market for an early war federal dress coat :wink_smil and civil shirt with button on collar.


Mike Mandrick
Private
7th Missouri
(mandmo7MOVI)

[Jefferson Guards]

I am currently in the market for a nice pair of boots (Mattimore Harness), a good rubber or oilcloth mechanics cap, and fabric. I am always in the market for fabric, but specifically I need a nice corduroy for a pair of trousers, red or blue wool flannel for an overshirt, and some white Pima cotton for a shirt.
I am also on the look-out for some brown polished cotton since it is now no longer being manufactured (according to Darlene at Needle and Thread). It would be really nice if someone could start weaving some brown Holland (hint hint :wink_smil ).

[markmason]

Specifically what types of coats are we looking for?

Thanks

[FedOfficer]

I've been waiting forever to find a source for those nifty round brass vents for the top of forage caps seen in so many period images. They must have been popular. Currently have an original on my cap, but I'm sure these things would sell like hotcakes and probably wouldn't be that hard to make for someone with the right metalmaking skills/tools.

Rick Rachal

[tomarch]

I'm looking for a workable pocket barometric altimeter and a good period prismatic compass :)

[tenfed1861]

Let me see here:
AOT
De-farbed Enfield
CS Leathers
CS Trousers
CS Issue(sic) shirt
CS Oil Cloth
CS Haversack

AOtC
Everything except canteen and haversack
As you can see,I have a long way to go before I'm authenticly equip.I sometimes wish I had gone hardcore from the start,:cry_smile .
Cullen Smith
Bluegrass Rifles

[Fireyfishstick]

I sold all my stuff a few years ago to pursue WW2 collecting. I am now in process of rebuilding my impression since I have a huge stack of ww2 stuff, while everyone I know does CW.

I am in need of the following:Federal:
accoutrements
haversack
contract and issue shirt
blouseand trowsers
shoes
blanket
musket

I am just glad that this time around It won't take 6mo. to a year to get some of this stuff.

Oh well, you live and you learn.

Jason Asher

[rick atwood]

I'm looking for without success a reproduction Bible. I have a repro New Testament, but would like to have a complete work. I have considered an original, but those I have seen are way too fragile to destroy in a haversack.

[theknapsack]

Mr. Atwood,

I would actually recommend getting an original. I got a really good condition 1847 (Mexican War) Pocket Bible (old and New Testaments) from ebay for 48 dollars. It's in beutiful condition and I have used it at a few events with no problems. Oh, and I wouldn't recommend you carrying it in your haversack if it is an original, because you don't want to get grease and crumbs on it (depending on if your on campaign or not). I attached a few pictures of mine.

As for me, I am in the market for:
1. a new Sack Coat
2. A new knapsack
3. a new ground cloth.

[Lone_Rebel87]

Well lets see here... I'm having a columbus depot made by Glengarry Clothing depot(check that off the list.)

I need everything for my federal impression......dang

AoT:
CS enlisted frock for early war
a '42 defarbed springfield
Confederate knapsack maybe Isaac and Campbell
new CS trousers...old ones are gettin pretty thread bare
New brogans...old ones are about to fall off my feet
Good authentic blankets
Groundcloth
Shelter half(maybe)
springfield bayonet
period underdrawers
wood or tin drum canteen
sling for my enfield

That'd about be it for now...always more will be surfacing through research though.

Jordan Davis


oh yeah....dirty billy or tim allen hat

[Mike N]

A good quality model 1859 McClellan saddle and associated horse tack. I've been mooching off of a very generous (and patient) comrade for far to long and I need to break down and buy my own stuff.

Mike Nugent

[Nifty50]

I clicked on "other" because I am now planning a long running budget )which feels like it rivals the Federal Government's budget) to acquire period-correct citizen's clothing. A long shot, starting with a sack/trousers combo to be augmented by other clothing accessories which will allow me to portray the broad casual spectrum of different socio-economic classes.

Of course, duds are useless without the knowledge, skills and attitudes to back them up, so there will be a lot of research to go with it.

Let's hit the books . . .

YOS,
Noah Briggs
"Gotta Get Dressed Fast" Mess

[NC5thCav]

I'm trying to put together a AoT North Carolina impression. I need about everything. I'm thinking of getting a Zimmerman '42 Springfield soon. It's going to be a slow process though. Full time college and part time job really hurt the finances! :D

[Bummer]

I'm looking for a real Colt made 1860 army pistol. My original is getting tired (meaning it's looking like the antique it is) but I just don't cotton to using a foriegn made reproduction. I have the continuation Navy Colt pistol, but want an army one. I don't believe Colt still makes their Civil War models any more, so I'll have a hard time--but I'm looking.....

Also I can never have too many good forage caps and kepis--I'm a nut for them. (a kepi slut?) :rolleyes:

Spence Waldron~

[20thMainerCampaigner]

I've been thinking about it, so I'm probbaly going to do a Confederate potrayal. Richmond Depot this and that, you know what I'm talking about. Maybe try to make my own SA sack Coat.........who knows.

Your Obedient Servant,
Court Micker

[BrSpiritus]

A greatcoat, Shelter Half and possibly a meeskit. Uniform is in the making by Confederate Tailor.com.

Alexander Tamasi - 2nd Md. Cav. CSA

[RyanBWeddle]

Nothing. :p A fatter savings account is what I'm in the market for...

[Rear Guard]

A musket for my wife to shoot me with.

Jeff Lawson

[OleReb]

It was a hat, but I ordered a new "bowler crown" from Tim Bender yesterday. Now I'm needing a pair of drawers! Gotta cover both "ends"!!

Since both are now bald, they chill easily !! :D

[csa blacksmith]

ya ron, the hat would cover one end better than the other.

Mine was a jacket, I need 2 more. Well I want 2 more, need a confederate frock and a state jacket.

[Lone Guard]

Just about everything in a material sense, I'm moving up from being in a mainstream unit after 3 years. So far I have a Don Smith forage cap and 2 rivet bayonet scabbard, SS Sutler suspenders and civilian shirt, and that's about it.

I do have a full kit, but it's not all up to the standards of the 1st California, or to the new standards I have set for myself. I'm planning on ordering the SA Blouse and Trouser kits from County Cloth. And other items I want to see if I can make myself, as a college student I don't have a lot of money to throw around. I'm also a firm believer in DIY.

[Chris Suppelsa]

well lets see,

Federal Type I Foarge Cap
Confederate Kepi
Federal Fatigue Blouse
Federal State Jacket
Richmond Depot Type II Jacket
Columbus Depot Type I Jacket
Confederate Frock Coat
Federal Contract Shirt
Confederate Issue Shirt
Otis Baker Suspenders
Otis Baker Suspenders
Richmond Depot Trousers
Civilian Socks
Federal Enlisted Belt
Federal Puppy Paw Belt Plate
Generic Confederate Scabbard
Generic Confederate Cartridge Box
Federal Cartrdige Box Sling
Generic Confederate Cartridge Sling
Federal Box Plate
Federal Breast Plate
Confederate Haversack
M1861 Springfield Bayonet
M1861 Springfield Ramrod
Federal Blanket
Civilian Blanket
Federal Gum Blanket
Shelter Half
Pocketknife
Pocketknife
Tin Cup
Tin Cup
Rubber Cape
Rubber Cape
Sleeping Cap
Sleeping cap
Springfield Worm
Civilian Shirt
Dime Novel
Civilian Cotton Socks

and whatever other cool stuff I see

Chris Suppelsa

[Hargis, G. 5 A-1]

A good repop stadia would be just swell.
(Range calling and sight setting are way under-utilized skills in the ranks these days)

Glen E. Hargis

[western reb]

Need to upgrade my leathers, primarily cap box, belt, and bayonet scabbard. Fortunately the AC has a list of vendors to contact regarding my needs.

Dan Biggs