Lets see your kit!
 

I havn't seen a thread in the WW2 section on kits yet, so let's see what everyone's got put together from starting yesterday to starting 5, 6, or 7 years ago. Help some people figgure out what they might need from either Axis or Allied, all branches.

Lets get a good photo thread going here!

I'll have mine up in a day or two!

BASEMENT COMMANDO HOOOOOO !

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...n/S5001428.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...S5001425-1.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...S5001427-1.jpg

Real Steel Anti Tank Mine Box from Grandpa
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4...n/S5001409.jpg

Will post soon.

Well,

I'll start out with one I took a little while ago... wanted to see if my new rifle, after being converted, fitted the 'look'.

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y14...ey/combats.jpg

So,

Taken from my profile on OAWWIIR...

My dress uniform, and my lady.
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y14...DSC_2208-1.jpg

My rifle.
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y14...gey/garand.jpg

An event pic, pre-rifle conversion...
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y14.../ww2/paraq.jpg

My tent (though I believe it is early korean war era)
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y14...y/IMG_3334.jpg

Also finished my medic helmet...
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y14...gey/medic3.jpg

And some personal effects I keep on my person...
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y14...y/newstuff.jpg

And some rations from my pack...
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y14...ey/bagcont.jpg

your guys' kits look balls deep. good job. evo is your belt upside down? or is that so when your chuteing your way down you can look and see what country your not chuteing into.

Dont the Us army use stancils for the medic cross?

Yes, however... I doubt the stencils would have been readily available at forward medical stations... this helmet is a representation of a used, or worn in medic helmet.

Haha yes, my belt is upside down. I fixed it awhile ago just an old pic.
I went to attach my .45 Mag pouch and realized it was wrong when it had nothing to clip to.

http://i299.photobucket.com/albums/m...w/DSC02257.jpg

Dogfood on the left, Yorkie on the right, standing in front of something a bit more authentic ;)

ok im putting a WW2 cnadian / british impression and fo rthe life of me i cant find boots for that matter what kind of boots we wore back then any help would be greatly appreciated

Ankle boots. Nearly identical to the current issue parade boots. The WWII boots were normally pebbled with a smooth sole with hobnails. However, I've seen many reenactors use CF Parade Boots as they're cheap and readily avaliable, as for repro ankle boots, there's only one company making them and they cost a fortune. You can find parade boots at any surplus shop or even at value village for that matter. If you're serious about putting a realistic kit togeather, look for a book called 'From D-Day to VE-Day, The Canadian Soldier, 1944-45' by Jean Bouchery. It'll tell you all you need to know about the Canadian Soldier in WWII and then some.

www.whatpriceglory.com - great source for repro british/commonwealth gear

I've seen upside down pistol belts in some pictures while researching FSSF. The M1918 double magazine pocket (or other mag pockets) snaps onto the belt. By flipping the belt over, they could carry their 1911 mags on either their left or their right.

Boots without toecaps (Canadian Forces/RAF/Royal Marines)

Boots with toecaps (British Army)

Both $85 US which is very reasonable, they are both good quality and are very comfortable after being broken in. Before that they make mincemeat out of your feet. He also sells replcement hobnails, heel & toe irons.

You can also search eBay for "Ammo Boots" there are quite a few of them on there, particularly in the UK, they are still made over there to the same pattern for work boots. You might struggle finding your size though, they are normally in the 9-11 UK range and the postage can be painful.

Best of luck,

Yorkie.

Anderson and Anderson have ankle boots in lots of sizes and cheap too.They resemble WW 2 ammo boots pretty closely

Wow that's very impressive guys. And I'm lovin' that Spit :)

Yeah, we got to touch it as well! And the Hurricane, and the Me109, and the B-17, and the TBM Avenger. That whole show was like a strip joint for aircraft nerds (meaning me). :D And we get to do it all over again this coming June, I can't wait.

Bandaid, did you mean these boots? I know I'm being picky here, but apart from having the wrong leather upper, the wrong sole and none of the hardware, yes they're virtually identical! LOL If you're going to the expense of putting a good impression together you might as well pay a bit extra and get a good quality repro, IMHO anyway. Well, that and having to deal with Anderson and Anderson.

Cheers,

Yorkie.

Great Pics all, Ill Take some recent ones here shortly, but im waiting for my original Kar98 to show for pics. Doc

Here is one I've always liked and I'll post a few more.

http://www.airsoftcanada.com/customp...pic10798_2.gif

There was another little known type of boot used by commandos and paras...

http://www.replicaters.com/ww2%20bri...dms%20boot.jpg

well i have a P37 harness on the way, and i've decided to emulate my hometown regiment the 48th Lanark Highlanders :D thanks for your help guys and as it turns out i had "the Canadian soldier" in my collection thanks again

Here are some pics of myself and boys from Easy company and some of our Brit Allies...

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y14...y/goodcopy.jpg

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y14...w2guyscopy.jpg

http://www.ontarioairsoftwwiireenact...8/CIMG0011.jpg

http://www.ontarioairsoftwwiireenact...8/CIMG0014.jpg

http://www.ontarioairsoftwwiireenact...8/CIMG0025.jpg

http://www.ontarioairsoftwwiireenact...8/CIMG0019.jpg

http://www.ontarioairsoftwwiireenact...8/CIMG0026.jpg

http://www.ontarioairsoftwwiireenact...8/CIMG0030.jpg

http://www.ontarioairsoftwwiireenact...8/CIMG0034.jpg

http://www.ontarioairsoftwwiireenact...8/CIMG0046.jpg

http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/d..._me_parade.jpg

http://img407.imageshack.us/img407/1455/me2.jpg

Somewhat based off of a FSSF/mountain combat group. I have an M1 Helmet, it's just way too big of a target to be playing with at the moment.

And I know the clothes are big, I'll be getting an M41/43 jacket soon.

This is where I'm at so far . . .

Ok here is some pictures from me.

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a3...T/IMG_1080.jpg

Looking Great Guys Keep it up!!

Heres a cpl from Game Day Feb22-09

Nice!

The first word coming to my mind was: Gebirgsjäger

Great kits guys!!

From a game:

http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos..._5055868_n.jpg

^

:D I remember that game.
Too bad I had AK wirering issues though, shrug.

Was amazing to get a veiw of the WW2 guys. For sure set on a WW2 loadout someday when I can afford it, you guys were awesome.

thats tits! lol

My Panzeraufklärungs (armored-recon) impression.

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a3...d%20Ehre/4.jpg

Waffen SS impression
 

Not 100% accurate for Hitler Jugend but then i'm an airsofter and not a proper reenactor..


YouTube- WWII German Loadout. Part 1




YouTube- WWII German Loadout. Part 2

I've only recently started my kit.

So far I've got an M40 helmet and an MP40 on the way.
Once my kit's done, or at least close to done;I'll be saving up for a Tanaka K98.

I am glad to see some people are wanting to do this proper... going for the k98!

Though after about an hour of getting my but handed to me, i even it out by bringing in the g36 =P

I am sorry... k98 < LMG... it just doesn't muster up.

I'd say my impression is close enough to be called complete.

http://i81.photobucket.com/albums/j2...rd3/182840.jpg

kool

Flip your shoulder boards around, their backwards.

I am getting there

http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/a.../DSC_0314C.jpg

I don't want to wear my purdy jump boots at the paintball field so I'm wearing 5.11's. Also forgot my M1A1 mag bag

http://img532.imageshack.us/img532/6...9655555555.jpg

Trying to kick off some lower mainland interest, dammit!

Keep wearing it to all the airsoft games that you go to... soon others will want to join you. That's what I did and we have a WWII game scheduled on April 24th with 40 players signed up so far and 2/3 will be in WWII uniforms and gear.

They're out there and they will find you.

That is one event I'm sad to miss.
And oh... I intend to. I'm going to a training day specifically this Saturday to give newer players a look at the goods. Start em' off early. ;)

Thanks for your support!

Hey Lee, I was doing that this year during the Tuesday night skirnishes @ FR with my FSSF impression to get it worked in. Players liked the kit. two guys asked for info about putting together an impression.

One problem though. Being the only WW2 guy attracted a lot of 6mm. When contact happened one guy would call out "WW2 guy on the left!" and in came the hail of bb's.

And now you know how Lee felt back in the "day" :)

You got that right.

The only difference is it hasn't rained this year during a Tuesday evening FR skirmish.

I will say that I feel it did make me a better player wearing that uniform to the skirmishes. I really had to re-think my game.

Yeah I was going to change my call sign to WW2guy because that's all I would hear on the field. There goes the WW2guy... hey ww2guy! :)

Now... I'm no longer the only ww2guy on the field!

Damn good recruiting there shifty! Two new guys always welcome.

Hey Lee, it's not recruiting yet. Just chit chat so far. Need a WW2 game at FR or Finch's field in the fall and hopefully they'll come and check things out.

There's the WWII game scheduled at the Udora field in Oct. that ladytresse is hosting get them to go to that one. The next WWII game that I will be hosting will be in Nov.

I'm loving the WWII look, where can you get WWII German AEG's

the classifieds and the retailers on this website...
GET AGE VERIFIED , stop asking the same general question, you're not gonna get a different answer until you are verified!

Here is a picture of my loadout (forget about the radio :D)
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-...6_222805_n.jpg

Does that M1 rifle is real gun? if so do you know where can get one?

This is an airsoft forum.
That is an airsoft gun.
We are in Canada, you are in the US.
Look in the US for a real steel Garand, probably much easier to find.

So finaly got the most of my field gear and a pair of ATF Jackboots to round out the impression.
The uniform isnt exactly period correct as I added insignia and collar tabs etc, but it looked okay and decided what the hell.
http://i536.photobucket.com/albums/f...uniform006.jpg
http://i536.photobucket.com/albums/f...uniform005.jpg

Awesome!
Now get it dirty :)

Is that a P38/Luger holster I see on the floor, far right corner?

lol, good eye!
It's a P38 holster with a P38.

Definately needs to get dirty, I agree. I was thinking about rolling around the back yard in it, but the neighbors might think I've totaly lost it.

lmao, I'm always excited to put on the gear, so......XD

you all should register for operation overlord if you havent or cant if your interested go to www.ww2alberta.ca it has all the details so far

http://ww2quebec.org/wp-content/gall...l/HPIM3270.png
http://ww2quebec.org/wp-content/gall...l/HPIM3274.png

Almost completed!

Nice, My grandfather was in the FSSF 2nd Regiment wounded during the Anzio Breakout.

Yeah I decided to reenact this unit as many French-Canadians were part of it.

No members of my familly were in it however, but I created my own "character".

Plus, they kicked ass :D

One thing I heard about them, was when they were using Johnson machine guns, they'd fire 8 rounds than throw an empty mag on rocks. The german would then show up thinking they were reloading.

Still very much a work in progress, needs insignia, collar tabs and ranking, cuff title, etc, but I'm happy with whats come together.

http://i536.photobucket.com/albums/f...n/DSC_0943.jpg

http://i536.photobucket.com/albums/f...n/DSC_0937.jpg

http://i536.photobucket.com/albums/f...n/DSC_0939.jpg

http://i536.photobucket.com/albums/f...n/DSC_0941.jpg

Nice, getting there!


Use the tunic hooks on the rear, helps carry the belt

Nice loadout and nice Kar98k, I only wish I could get my hands on one...
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7169/6...0da2653b_z.jpg
I am the first one on the right; I am still working on my loadout (still missing a K98 bayonet)

Sorry but these loadouts are BAD ASS ! tempting me to get into the WWII game scene

And it's super fun to shoot them, they got so many metal parts on them that you can hear them get hit from really far :D

http://www.airsoftcanada.com/showthread.php?t=132361

One of us! One of us! One of us! :)
Soon we will be giving away free chocolate with every new membership!
Some conditions apply of course, hah.

Okay, I gotta show off a tad too...
 

From this Fall's "Leningrad" game. Me and DA kicked some ass on the final stationary defence scenario. Good times. Also included is one from the Overlord at the beginning of last Summer. 2012's game is gonna be HUGE!

Nice set up gents!


Do I see a Bersaglieri in the background?


Hmm I don't think I have posted this before, so might as well toss it in here.
My (ungarische Nr.1) 25. Waffen-Grenadier Division der SS get up.
These guys fought around the SS training camp at Neuhammer, Silesia in February of 1945, than were transferred to Austria in March, '45 where they fought until the armistice on May 8th.

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a3...0Ehre/26ss.jpg

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a3...re/hunyadi.jpg

this is by far one of the best photos i have ever seen of airsoft. being underage now iam will son be slowly starting a canadian kit and convert my vsr into a lee enfield so that when my age of enlistment comes i will be there with the rest of you for sure in WWII airsoft.. and hopefully i'l be able to drag a couple of my firends with me too :)

really nice!!!
where were you guys at?

Thanks ! Building a Lee-enfield will be tricky - the canadian will surely need recruits to face the might of the Wehrmacht :).

Pont-Rouge near Quebec city. We were very lucky, we had light snow for two days before the game, but it was relatively warm on Saturday for the game. Cant wait to host another game in the snow, probably in march.

My Class A's

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n...1212-00169.jpg

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n...1212-00168.jpg

when I find some with me in my combats I will add them

http://www.ontarioairsoftwwiireenact...1/CIMG0247.jpg

Good stuff B@K3R! :)

Get some of yours posted! :D

@Baker.
Not bad man, you look too jolly in your combats though!

I already know what Santa has gotten me for Christmas hehehe.
Nearly everything I asked for, what luck! lol
Pics up when it arrives.

all you are going to get is a rock LOL

And with said rock, I will cut it up into 6MM pieces, just for you :D
Delivery included, of course.

Deliver this (insert clever line here)!!!!

Yup - that's pounce-the-jaguar. He runs that kit at every WWII sim. It's very, very impressive and unusual. A welcome change from SS camo, feldgrau, BD and US OD...

Ohhhhh my God....whoever that is, please tell me where they got that kit. Been looking EVERYWHERE.

I think alot of it is made by the man himself.

Showing off some new goodies!
http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/h...f/DSC00790.jpg

Picked up the A-Frame and E-Tool carrier from Hikishop, along with a few other goodies not pictured

Just a quickie.

that camo is sexy.... looks sexy not going to lie LOL

You can pick it up for REALLY cheap now as well!

http://www.antzmilitary.com/index.ph...&product_id=72

http://www.antzmilitary.com/index.ph...&product_id=82

Ever so tempted to pick up myself a set, as a backup/loaner.

Nice! :) I'm sewing on some insignia's and then I'll post mine

I ordered a set on Nov. 17...still waiting to receive it

Love the peadot, Kaos!!

It looks 10x more sexy with all those tactical gadgets! :D
Far from high speed, tons of low drag.

Post! Post!! Post!!! Post!!!!

Yes, Kaos good stuff!

Proper assault/combat loadout!

And don't forget the clanking!!
Sounds like I have a pail of nuts and bolts in my hand when I run across the open lol.

Not exactly.. I don't have my weapon on hand :D
Thank you though, I just can't wait to get out and field it all.

YES! Although I don't find it too bad if I am walking.
I figure if I am running, it's because shit has hit the fan, so noise is not an issue.

This is one reason I do late war. Makes more sense not to have a gas mask can, far too much noise with that beast.

Or you can pick up an allied uniform for when you can't do German!

Nice load out John... it really adds to the impression!

you mean he plays German? I have seen him in more US stuff the German

this is what i have ! ! !

Took the plunge... Just ordered SS loadout... got a few more pieces to pick up, but I'm in the game.. Pics when the gear arrives

http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/l...DSC_0021-1.jpg
My old loadout - Waffen-Unterscharführer 23rd SS Volunteer Panzer Grenadier Division Nederland

Already figured out where to get most of it, but I'm planning on doing a WWII Russian Enlisted man impression, going to go with PPSh-41 as the only Mosin Nagant around are garbage.

EDIT: Besides, I own two real Mosin Nagant and an SVT-40, with how little they cost me, there's no way in hell I could justify the price of an airsoft version, might as well expand my Russian "collection"

Gato are you getting the burrito WW2 kit? :D