Step-By-Step: EZ Start
Under Construction
If you are literally brand new to this, this page is designed to make it easy for you to build your impression "step by step." Links to the major vendors are included as you go. This is for a wool "M36"-based impression. Vendors selected represent the above average or better tier in authenticity, production quality and availability. This does not mean you can't find better for cheaper-- these are just the most consistent at all three criteria. These are not meant to be an endorsement of vendors; we do business with all of them for many items and our experience shows that all of them have been acceptable for virtually any item you'll need to get started. As you become more discriminating over time, you may end up favoring some over others, depending on the item.
Step 1: Clothing
TUNIC www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/gum36t.htm Alternative: www.gavinmilitaria.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2_36_98&products_id=29
Collar Litzen (1 pair) mantheline.com/product/m36-raised-collar-litzen/
or Folded unmounted www.kelsmilitary.com/product/GCT-025.html
Breast Eagle (1) www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/guim36wool.htm
Shoulderboards (1 pair) Early war light green www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/gihemsb.htm
Insignia Alternative: Insignia Set www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/gihemset.htm
Belt Hooks (4) www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/guabh.htm
TROUSERS www.hikishop.com/ww2-german-mountain-troops-m36-field-grey-wool-pants-t2-top-p-1061.html
Alternative: www.gavinmilitaria.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2_36_98&products_id=22
Suspenders wwiisoldier.com/product/german-hosentrager-wwii-suspenders-reproduction/
Gemaschen
Wool Puttee ankle wraps (Wickelgemaschen)
www.kukreplika.cz/products/ob409-ovinovacky-pro-horske-myslivce-puttees-for-gebirgsjager-gebirgamaschen/
Alternative: Canvas buckled ankle wraps (if puttees unavailable)
www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/gbgait.htm
SHIRT
Service shirt www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/gussgr.htm
www.kelsmilitary.com/product/GUI-001.html
“Tank” undershirt (no t-shirts) wwiisoldier.com/product/german-sport-shirt/
SWEATER www.1944militaria.com/German_WWII_M36_V_Neck_Sweater_p/rpvnswt.htm
BOOTS
Mountain boots
https://www.luftwaffesupplies.com/collections/all/products/swiss-nailed-mountain-boots
www.koutny-cz.cz/en/horske-bergschuhe-gebirgsjaeger
Mr. Roccon of Italy email [email protected] for next steps
Low boots www.hessenantique.com/Low_Boots_with_hobnails_w_Heavy_Duty_Soles_p/2118029.htm
HAT (Bergmutz, not an M43) Email [email protected] for the vendor contact. We have these custom made for us.
Step 2: Equipment
Step 3: Weapons
Step 4: Camp and Kaserne
Alternative cheaper blanket www.hessenantique.com/Grey_Wool_Blanket_New_p/rc10249.htm
White sheet set for “twin” (Wal Mart, Target, etc)
Pillow (Wal Mart, Target, etc)
Blue checked duvet set (none available). The homespun cotton navy plaid fabric can be obtained at JoAnn Fabric and you can make your own www.joann.com/homespuns-45in/3526886.html
2. Wooden stool or wooden folding chair (check antique shops for chairs)
This is a well-made Schemel www.krautgear.com/WWII-German-Schemel_p_152.html
Step 5: Mountaineering (other than the rucksack, these items are mainly for display in the hobby)
If you are literally brand new to this, this page is designed to make it easy for you to build your impression "step by step." Links to the major vendors are included as you go. This is for a wool "M36"-based impression. Vendors selected represent the above average or better tier in authenticity, production quality and availability. This does not mean you can't find better for cheaper-- these are just the most consistent at all three criteria. These are not meant to be an endorsement of vendors; we do business with all of them for many items and our experience shows that all of them have been acceptable for virtually any item you'll need to get started. As you become more discriminating over time, you may end up favoring some over others, depending on the item.
Step 1: Clothing
TUNIC www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/gum36t.htm Alternative: www.gavinmilitaria.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2_36_98&products_id=29
Collar Litzen (1 pair) mantheline.com/product/m36-raised-collar-litzen/
or Folded unmounted www.kelsmilitary.com/product/GCT-025.html
Breast Eagle (1) www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/guim36wool.htm
Shoulderboards (1 pair) Early war light green www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/gihemsb.htm
Insignia Alternative: Insignia Set www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/gihemset.htm
Belt Hooks (4) www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/guabh.htm
TROUSERS www.hikishop.com/ww2-german-mountain-troops-m36-field-grey-wool-pants-t2-top-p-1061.html
Alternative: www.gavinmilitaria.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2_36_98&products_id=22
Suspenders wwiisoldier.com/product/german-hosentrager-wwii-suspenders-reproduction/
Gemaschen
Wool Puttee ankle wraps (Wickelgemaschen)
www.kukreplika.cz/products/ob409-ovinovacky-pro-horske-myslivce-puttees-for-gebirgsjager-gebirgamaschen/
Alternative: Canvas buckled ankle wraps (if puttees unavailable)
www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/gbgait.htm
SHIRT
Service shirt www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/gussgr.htm
www.kelsmilitary.com/product/GUI-001.html
“Tank” undershirt (no t-shirts) wwiisoldier.com/product/german-sport-shirt/
SWEATER www.1944militaria.com/German_WWII_M36_V_Neck_Sweater_p/rpvnswt.htm
BOOTS
Mountain boots
https://www.luftwaffesupplies.com/collections/all/products/swiss-nailed-mountain-boots
www.koutny-cz.cz/en/horske-bergschuhe-gebirgsjaeger
Mr. Roccon of Italy email [email protected] for next steps
Low boots www.hessenantique.com/Low_Boots_with_hobnails_w_Heavy_Duty_Soles_p/2118029.htm
HAT (Bergmutz, not an M43) Email [email protected] for the vendor contact. We have these custom made for us.
Step 2: Equipment
- Belt (2) (Enlisted) www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/gfgeembe.htm
- Buckle (2) (Enlisted) www.kelsmilitary.com/product/GBB-003.html
- Ammo Pouches (1 Pair) (K-98 Rifle) www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/ggk98s.htm
- Bread Bag www.kelsmilitary.com/product/GFG-001.html
- Mess Kit (with strap) www.atthefrontshop.com/category_s/165.htm
- Spork (or some variation of untensils) www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/gpspork.htm
- Canteen (1 liter mountain preferred) www.kelsmilitary.com/product/GFG-050-E.html
- Gas mask can (with green bag for cape) www.kelsmilitary.com/category/GasMaskAccessories.html
- Helmet www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/ghrhm42.htm
Step 3: Weapons
- Bayonet (K-98) www.atthefrontshop.com/category_s/174.htm
- Rifle (K-98)
Step 4: Camp and Kaserne
- Bedding
Alternative cheaper blanket www.hessenantique.com/Grey_Wool_Blanket_New_p/rc10249.htm
White sheet set for “twin” (Wal Mart, Target, etc)
Pillow (Wal Mart, Target, etc)
Blue checked duvet set (none available). The homespun cotton navy plaid fabric can be obtained at JoAnn Fabric and you can make your own www.joann.com/homespuns-45in/3526886.html
2. Wooden stool or wooden folding chair (check antique shops for chairs)
This is a well-made Schemel www.krautgear.com/WWII-German-Schemel_p_152.html
Step 5: Mountaineering (other than the rucksack, these items are mainly for display in the hobby)
- Anorak
- Rucksack www.atthefrontshop.com/product_p/ggrgeb.htm
- Ice Axe
- Piton Hammer
- Pitons
- Crampons
- Snow shoes
- Skis