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Re: Flintlock Company for C-m- L-e 1861/2011
Boys,
We have received a go from the event organizers. The Flintlock company will be portraying the Louisa Greys, who arrived in Richmond in their civilian clothes with a collection of motley flintlock weapons and mixed accoutrements, as far as we can tell. If anyone is looking for a good cartridge box, check out this offer on the buy/sell forum: http://www.authentic-campaigner.com/...ad.php?t=24708
While we prefer all weapons to have modern markings removed (anyone competent with a dremel tool can do this, and access to a punch set means you can put the serial number on the underside of the barrel), exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Model 1777 Charlevilles, including Pedersoli's first attempts at M1816 contract muskets, which have the M1777 style stock with the cut-out, will be accepted, along with all other styles of musket that feature the key characteristics of the contract and arsenal pieces produced or otherwise available in Virginia during this period. Obviously Virginia Manufactury muskets will be encouraged where they can be fielded. No Charlesvilles earlier than the M1763 will be allowed-- i.e. for those folks who have Indian-repopped 1728 Charlevilles, we just can't stretch the bounds of reality that far unless you can present convincing documentation of their use. Likewise, Brown Bess and other British muskets will be frowned upon. I'm trying to run a fine line here between those folks who can drop $5,000 on an original or dead-to-rights repro, and others who have the interest in this unique interpretive offering but lack the bank account to muster in with a completely accurate weapon. While this policy may be disappointing to some, social history comes as the first priority to me, so if you have the right attitude, and are committed to portraying the Louisa Greys as accurately as we can within modern limitations, we will work with you to the best of the events coordinators' abilities.
The only news in regards to command structure is that, having polled a variety of people, I will be commanding this company. Discussions are currently on-going with some experienced folks who should be willing to fill the NCO slots. Please pass the word around to your friends and contacts who might be interested in this opportunity. Visit the Westville Event homepage to get an idea of the variety of civilian clothing acceptable for the Louisa Greys impression. As always, feel free to contact me with any questions or comments.
Boys,
We have received a go from the event organizers. The Flintlock company will be portraying the Louisa Greys, who arrived in Richmond in their civilian clothes with a collection of motley flintlock weapons and mixed accoutrements, as far as we can tell. If anyone is looking for a good cartridge box, check out this offer on the buy/sell forum: http://www.authentic-campaigner.com/...ad.php?t=24708
While we prefer all weapons to have modern markings removed (anyone competent with a dremel tool can do this, and access to a punch set means you can put the serial number on the underside of the barrel), exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Model 1777 Charlevilles, including Pedersoli's first attempts at M1816 contract muskets, which have the M1777 style stock with the cut-out, will be accepted, along with all other styles of musket that feature the key characteristics of the contract and arsenal pieces produced or otherwise available in Virginia during this period. Obviously Virginia Manufactury muskets will be encouraged where they can be fielded. No Charlesvilles earlier than the M1763 will be allowed-- i.e. for those folks who have Indian-repopped 1728 Charlevilles, we just can't stretch the bounds of reality that far unless you can present convincing documentation of their use. Likewise, Brown Bess and other British muskets will be frowned upon. I'm trying to run a fine line here between those folks who can drop $5,000 on an original or dead-to-rights repro, and others who have the interest in this unique interpretive offering but lack the bank account to muster in with a completely accurate weapon. While this policy may be disappointing to some, social history comes as the first priority to me, so if you have the right attitude, and are committed to portraying the Louisa Greys as accurately as we can within modern limitations, we will work with you to the best of the events coordinators' abilities.
The only news in regards to command structure is that, having polled a variety of people, I will be commanding this company. Discussions are currently on-going with some experienced folks who should be willing to fill the NCO slots. Please pass the word around to your friends and contacts who might be interested in this opportunity. Visit the Westville Event homepage to get an idea of the variety of civilian clothing acceptable for the Louisa Greys impression. As always, feel free to contact me with any questions or comments.
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