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Old January 9th, 2013, 13:29   #1
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Where to get: Russian infantry Reenactment gear?

I'm looking to get a basic russian infantry setup going, just not really sure what is a reliable place to get the stuff.

http://collectrussia.com/showcat.htm?cat=reenactor

I've found this place, the prices seem great. Just you can never tell with some of these sites. Has anyone dealt or know anyone that has dealt with these folks? I can pretty much nail off my whole impression through this site if so.

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Old January 9th, 2013, 13:54   #2
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Good man!

I was thinking about getting a kit together for few years now - the only thing holding me back is being the only Red on the field full of Allies and Axis...

Give these guys a try. I know people bough stuff there with success.

http://www.frontofrussia.com/army.html

Oh, and there is stuff popping up on Red Alliance all the time too.
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Old January 9th, 2013, 14:17   #3
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It seems Hikishop (http://hikishop.com/wwii-soviet-unio...ms-c-5_18.html) has gotten some Red Army stuff, and they are pretty reliable, meaning I've ordered from them a few times before.
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Old January 9th, 2013, 15:33   #4
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Thanks guys!

How is the quality of Hikishops stuff? I keep hearing mixed opinions, but i know they are reliable. If so I'll prolly go with them! Thanks !
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Old January 9th, 2013, 15:42   #5
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Thanks guys!

How is the quality of Hikishops stuff? I keep hearing mixed opinions, but i know they are reliable. If so I'll prolly go with them! Thanks !
Their quality for the most part is pretty good... they have some stuff that you go... meh. But again for the most part quality is good for the price. I've ordered several stuff from them and have had no problems so far.

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Good man!

I was thinking about getting a kit together for few years now - the only thing holding me back is being the only Red on the field full of Allies and Axis...

Give these guys a try. I know people bough stuff there with success.

http://www.frontofrussia.com/army.html

Oh, and there is stuff popping up on Red Alliance all the time too.
You would not be the only Russian out there. But even if you were... it's got to start somewhere. There could be ten other guys waiting for someone else to start a Russian unit. Build it and they will come.

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Old January 9th, 2013, 16:22   #6
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Awesome

Okay, another thing i've heard when it comes to ordering from asia is that the sizing is weird. Like if say i'm generally a L size guy, I'd have to order XL or something like that? Are they good for matching to US sizing?
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Old January 9th, 2013, 16:28   #7
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Lee, now you are giving me ideas... Always liked WWII crowd, so might give it a shot!
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Old January 9th, 2013, 16:36   #8
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Awesome

Okay, another thing i've heard when it comes to ordering from asia is that the sizing is weird. Like if say i'm generally a L size guy, I'd have to order XL or something like that? Are they good for matching to US sizing?
Always order bigger... it's a lot easier to take it in then it is to add material.

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Lee, now you are giving me ideas... Always liked WWII crowd, so might give it a shot!
That's what I like to hear!!
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Old January 9th, 2013, 20:32   #9
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Thanks guys!

How is the quality of Hikishops stuff? I keep hearing mixed opinions, but i know they are reliable. If so I'll prolly go with them! Thanks !
I have a couple of pieces from Hikishop, it's decent enough quality for airsoft but I wouldn't recommend just rushing thru the brush willy nilly in it. Used the uniform twice and it's holding up decently.
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Old January 13th, 2013, 01:07   #10
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I was actually thinking of getting a russian kit not too long ago. I find that a russian kit would be one of the cheapest. If you examine photos of red army soldiers during the second world war, they often only carry the bare minimum, magazine pouch, uniform (depending on season some are cheaper than others), canteen, sometimes a rucksack and a ground cloth. I think that a reason for not many russians is the lack of weapons available on the market however theres a sticky somewherre(I think) with pretty witty and ingeneous convertions ranging from a simple burlap rap to a complete overhaul.

I say go for it! I may change my mind (again..) and follow in your steps.
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Old January 13th, 2013, 09:52   #11
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WW2 Russian impressions are the cheapest out of them all. They say if you want to get into reenacting but don't have the cash for US or German, start as a Russian
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Old January 13th, 2013, 12:00   #12
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I think that a reason for not many russians is the lack of weapons available on the market
All I can think of that's available are the Mosin Nagant, PPSH and tt-33.

Our group has a WW2 Rusian guy come out once in a while, but it would be nice to see a unit formed.
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Old January 13th, 2013, 12:08   #13
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and .. would b nice to be able to do some Eastern Front scenarios.
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Old January 13th, 2013, 12:13   #14
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I would gladly complete a basic wwii russian infantryman impression for an ostfront game in our neck of the woods.
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Old January 13th, 2013, 12:26   #15
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Mosin and PPSH ia really all you need for wwii impression. Most units, especially in the first years of the war did not have access to MGs of any sort. Gearbis cheap for sure and is very basic.


And I hear there is a 'big' wwii game is coming up or something :-)
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