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Re: What's your next buy?
« Reply #90 on: September 30, 2013, 09:53:06 pm »


yep. what state do you live in? I would recommend SA for WWII reenactment, they have the least strict laws on firearms. I would also get yourself involved in the Australian Airsoft Council, they support reenactors to use airsoft which would be alot more fun than blanks. If you are in NSW, Victoria or the ACT you would need an imitation firearms permit. If you live in WA, SA or QLD you dont need a licence to acquire imitation firearms.

Just looking through the NSW Police, and by the Looks of things, only the Event manager needs one.

http://www.police.nsw.gov.au/services/firearms/permits/prohibited_weapon_permits

http://www.police.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0015/176010/PW_ReEnactment_FACT_SHEET_2013.pdf

If you are to own or possess an imitation firearm in NSW, you need a permit.

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Re: What's your next buy?
« Reply #91 on: October 01, 2013, 12:57:12 am »
Going to try to buy some trousers from a hardcore reb unit im joining
Of course, I also think lines should be able to move in double rank without having emotional breakdowns.

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Re: What's your next buy?
« Reply #92 on: October 01, 2013, 02:46:27 am »
Thanks for the Info! Hypothermia, really?

So I have tweaked it abit and changed it too wool.. and increased the price by roughly $150 :<


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If you see anythign wrong, please let me know, thanks for the Help though!

Biggest reason I suggested you get the wool uniform and cap from Hessen instead of Hiki is that when you get your uniform, you'll not only have to buy insignia for it, but sew it on yourself. For only $20 more for your tunic, you can have it all sewn on correctly and with proper insignia. It's well worth the cost in my opinion. Also the uniform will be more durable and last longer than the Hiki uniform. You can always buy these things in batches instead of all at once. But I can't stress how much I recommend buying wool uniforms from Hessen if you want something good and cheap.

...or, you know, you could shell out $400 for a god tier tunic from the UK. :P

Also, get 3 pair of foot wraps instead of one. You can always wear modern socks underneath, and the footwraps will eliminate any extra space in your boots so you'll be warmer and won't be so prone to blisters.

Oh! When you finally do get your shirt, cap, and shoes, you'll want to break them all in. Wear them around the house and look like a weirdo.

I think that should be it... Try to be on the lookout for deals on all kinds of sites. Here's some:
www.atthefront.com
www.mantheline.com
www.ima-usa.com
www.lostbattalions.com

They're all American. Don't know of much stores outside of the states other than a few in UK and DE.

Here's a good site to "finesse" your impression and get into the mindset of a German soldier during WWII. Great articles.
http://www.dererstezug.com/equipment.htm
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Re: What's your next buy?
« Reply #93 on: October 01, 2013, 02:49:58 am »


Oh! When you finally do get your shirt, cap, and shoes, you'll want to break them all in. Wear them around the house and look like a weirdo.


Weirdo? im wearing half my uniform right now xD, im not Weird ;)

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Re: What's your next buy?
« Reply #94 on: October 01, 2013, 02:50:44 am »
C'mon Zac, it's a prerequisite for being a reenactor. :P
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Re: What's your next buy?
« Reply #95 on: October 01, 2013, 02:54:07 am »
:'(

:D

mayby we are the normal ones? dum dum daaaaaaaa

in regards to the firearms, ive got my A+B and imitation permit, and collectors on the way :)  and planning on buying a  metal replica non firing mp44 for my late war Nordland impression at Christmas
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Re: What's your next buy?
« Reply #96 on: October 01, 2013, 04:58:41 am »
I'm buying a replica (duh) of the Garibaldi Guard hat just to wear, haha. My friend is going to be decorating it and she's going to tailor me a matching suit designed after the hat. It's probably going to look a little... flashy, knowing her. The swaggotry-faggotry will be strong with this one. ;D

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Re: What's your next buy?
« Reply #97 on: October 01, 2013, 06:50:16 am »
For some it's how it starts. You want the hat. Then you want the uniform. Then you want the equipment. Then you buy a rifle. Then you find something else you like...

It's a disease.
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Re: What's your next buy?
« Reply #98 on: October 01, 2013, 08:41:47 am »
For some it's how it starts. You want the hat. Then you want the uniform. Then you want the equipment. Then you buy a rifle. Then you find something else you like...

It's a disease.

And being broke is the only known cure.

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Re: What's your next buy?
« Reply #99 on: October 01, 2013, 12:25:27 pm »
For some it's how it starts. You want the hat. Then you want the uniform. Then you want the equipment. Then you buy a rifle. Then you find something else you like...

It's a disease.

And being broke is the only known cure.

Is it?

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Re: What's your next buy?
« Reply #100 on: October 01, 2013, 12:40:55 pm »
So jealous of that German kits stuff. Least I have something to look forward to when leaving Europe. However I couldn't wait. I managed to buy a trouser and a field cap off from my Gruppeführer for total of 40 bucks.   

I hope to find something in Berlin however East German militaria is strong here......isn't there a East German unit in east coast? Hmmmmm lol.

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Re: What's your next buy?
« Reply #101 on: October 01, 2013, 12:43:51 pm »
For some it's how it starts. You want the hat. Then you want the uniform. Then you want the equipment. Then you buy a rifle. Then you find something else you like...

It's a disease.

And being broke is the only known cure.

Is it?
but when your broke all u do is make lists xD

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Re: What's your next buy?
« Reply #102 on: October 01, 2013, 09:05:21 pm »
For some it's how it starts. You want the hat. Then you want the uniform. Then you want the equipment. Then you buy a rifle. Then you find something else you like...

It's a disease.

And being broke is the only known cure.

Is it?
but when your broke all u do is make lists xD
Exactly.
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Re: What's your next buy?
« Reply #103 on: October 01, 2013, 09:11:53 pm »
Landricks I think your getting this whole forum into german reenacting. xD
Of course, I also think lines should be able to move in double rank without having emotional breakdowns.

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Re: What's your next buy?
« Reply #104 on: October 01, 2013, 09:16:31 pm »
Landricks I think your getting this whole forum into german reenacting. xD
Yeah, I've got to be careful around him.  ::)
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