Sorry, I just saw this comment. Paratroopers often taped up some of their equipment i.e. suspenders. They used friction tape which was either white or black. I just bought some black tape (more common) so I'll replace that. Friction tape is a fabric textured tape (hockey tape), a common mistake for re-enactors is to use electrical tape which is far too shiny.
Just to keep the excess straps out of the way and not get tangled with the parachute. I’m not 100% certain but that would seem the most logical reason.
Thanks, I had a look at a couple of your videos as I was interested by your title and photo and it seems the only things would be to get the stuff dirty and CC2 the uniform, for Normandy have a pistol belt with riggers rather than a cartridge belt, and also for Normandy the 101st didn’t use invasion flags. It’s entirely up to you, whether you’re re-enacting or doing airsoft, if you’re not wanting to go overly detailed and just have a uniform to wear at airsoft games, I have no problem with that. Cheers, Parrotrooper
@dangermouse69div You've broken this boy XD Jokes aside. looks even better than last time. Good job. One thing id like to note is regarding the rigger pouches. AAF styles are not recognized by a steel LTD. They were made with both brass, steel and Dot snaps. The way to recognize AAF styles are by the more narrow design. They held 1 less clip or mag than the widely seen actual rigger pouch. Which btw are also seen with steel LTD's. Rigger pouches are a Rabbit hole in itself. And Just a quick note regarding the GP bag. For 506 they would've been very common as orders were to spread out the weight of each man. Therefore every man were to carry mortar rounds or .30 cal. So perfectly normal to see GP or TSMG bags on regular riflemen in 506 wrist compass' are also extremely rare to spot in normandy. Of all the pictures ive only been able to spot 1-2. Its mainly a market garden thing. And you'll also notice that they are hanging where-ever the soldier felt it most comfortable and not exclusivley on thw wrist despite the name. One of the only pictures with a compass in normandy is for that matter also spottet on the ankle. I know Dan says 1 box of K rations, and altough you cant go wrong with one box the issued amount was 1 whole set. 3 boxes total. Trust me you can easily have all the listed items in the bag with 3 boxes as ive done it myself. Lots of good info though. Keep up the good research
Thanks for the tips and info, I’m always open to learning more about the 101st in WW2, and this is no exception. A funny thing I’ve noticed is that I always find out more about a topic right after I’ve just done a video about it 😂
Some were used as scarves, some were sewn to the inside of the jacket. In this particular case, it was an identifier for the rally point and were meant to be ditched once regrouped. They’re usually cut up pieces of bedsheets or cloths.
@@Parrotrooper ok that makes sense. I've seen pictures of the white cloth around the shoulder. Getting the small details right is what makes a great impression. Well done!!!
J Murray does great helmets as well. I used to get fixed bail and mid to late wwii swivel bail helmets in Utah for $.50 each but that was a few years ago.
Yes, they do great helmets, however they’re really pricey, some can go from $500 to $700 USD. I’m trying to find a cheaper fix bale shell and restore it with chinstraps, cork and paint.
@@ParrotrooperI TOTALLY agree! I once saw WorldWarWisdom talk about it so I went to the site and boy they’re just so expensive 🤣. Also I’ve just decided I’ll get a cheap helmet on Amazon. Then when I make more money in the future I’ll get a more advanced helmet like yours :)❤🪖
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Torn gas brassard is a very nice touch. Not only for strict authenticity, but for the wallet!
Thanks for the information and ideas. So we can get the right stuffs. 😊
You're welcome, it does no harm to be historically accurate.
very informative, thanks!
You're welcome!
Nice thank you I have been making a 101st airborne impression
Thanks, I hope these tips come in useful. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.
@@Parrotrooper I do have a question what is the white lines or tape on your rigger pouch
Sorry, I just saw this comment. Paratroopers often taped up some of their equipment i.e. suspenders. They used friction tape which was either white or black. I just bought some black tape (more common) so I'll replace that. Friction tape is a fabric textured tape (hockey tape), a common mistake for re-enactors is to use electrical tape which is far too shiny.
Why did they tape up suspenders?
Just to keep the excess straps out of the way and not get tangled with the parachute. I’m not 100% certain but that would seem the most logical reason.
I Absolutely love the channel and thanks for the tips
Thanks, I had a look at a couple of your videos as I was interested by your title and photo and it seems the only things would be to get the stuff dirty and CC2 the uniform, for Normandy have a pistol belt with riggers rather than a cartridge belt, and also for Normandy the 101st didn’t use invasion flags.
It’s entirely up to you, whether you’re re-enacting or doing airsoft, if you’re not wanting to go overly detailed and just have a uniform to wear at airsoft games, I have no problem with that.
Cheers, Parrotrooper
@@Parrotrooper thanks
@dangermouse69div You've broken this boy XD
Jokes aside.
looks even better than last time. Good job.
One thing id like to note is regarding the rigger pouches. AAF styles are not recognized by a steel LTD. They were made with both brass, steel and Dot snaps. The way to recognize AAF styles are by the more narrow design. They held 1 less clip or mag than the widely seen actual rigger pouch. Which btw are also seen with steel LTD's. Rigger pouches are a Rabbit hole in itself.
And Just a quick note regarding the GP bag. For 506 they would've been very common as orders were to spread out the weight of each man. Therefore every man were to carry mortar rounds or .30 cal. So perfectly normal to see GP or TSMG bags on regular riflemen in 506
wrist compass' are also extremely rare to spot in normandy. Of all the pictures ive only been able to spot 1-2. Its mainly a market garden thing. And you'll also notice that they are hanging where-ever the soldier felt it most comfortable and not exclusivley on thw wrist despite the name. One of the only pictures with a compass in normandy is for that matter also spottet on the ankle.
I know Dan says 1 box of K rations, and altough you cant go wrong with one box the issued amount was 1 whole set. 3 boxes total. Trust me you can easily have all the listed items in the bag with 3 boxes as ive done it myself.
Lots of good info though. Keep up the good research
Thanks for the tips and info, I’m always open to learning more about the 101st in WW2, and this is no exception. A funny thing I’ve noticed is that I always find out more about a topic right after I’ve just done a video about it 😂
Looks pretty good! Would've liked to see you talk with an American accent tho
Hahaha, maybe next time (probably in a film).
Interesting about infantry fixed bails being issued rather than m2 D bails. Were they all issued airborne Liners?
Yes, the fixed bale helmets would’ve also had the airborne chinstraps.
Weren't the white scarves the evasion escape maps in silk of France?
Some were used as scarves, some were sewn to the inside of the jacket. In this particular case, it was an identifier for the rally point and were meant to be ditched once regrouped. They’re usually cut up pieces of bedsheets or cloths.
@@Parrotrooper ok that makes sense. I've seen pictures of the white cloth around the shoulder. Getting the small details right is what makes a great impression. Well done!!!
Around the shoulder would’ve been 1&2/502
Quick question, where did you get that helmet from? I’m where I can get one! That’s all! Also LOVE the impression and thx for the tips man!❤🪖
The helmet was from At The Front, it’s the Mixed Parts M1c paratrooper helmet.
@@ParrotrooperAy thx bro!!❤
J Murray does great helmets as well. I used to get fixed bail and mid to late wwii swivel bail helmets in Utah for $.50 each but that was a few years ago.
Yes, they do great helmets, however they’re really pricey, some can go from $500 to $700 USD.
I’m trying to find a cheaper fix bale shell and restore it with chinstraps, cork and paint.
@@ParrotrooperI TOTALLY agree! I once saw WorldWarWisdom talk about it so I went to the site and boy they’re just so expensive 🤣. Also I’ve just decided I’ll get a cheap helmet on Amazon. Then when I make more money in the future I’ll get a more advanced helmet like yours :)❤🪖
where can i get printouts for all ur boxes of medical gear
I’d say just visit the average reenacting website, epic militaria sells boxes, maybe others too.