Where to get: Russian infantry Reenactment gear?

Strelok · January 9th, 2013, 12:29

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.

Thanks.

Berkut · January 9th, 2013, 12:54

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.

Krieg · January 9th, 2013, 13:17

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.

Strelok · January 9th, 2013, 14:33

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 !

leecas · January 9th, 2013, 14:42

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Originally Posted by Strelok

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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Originally Posted by Berkut

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.

Strelok · January 9th, 2013, 15:22

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?

Berkut · January 9th, 2013, 15:28

Lee, now you are giving me ideas... Always liked WWII crowd, so might give it a shot!

leecas · January 9th, 2013, 15:36

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Originally Posted by Strelok

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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Originally Posted by Berkut

Lee, now you are giving me ideas... Always liked WWII crowd, so might give it a shot!

That's what I like to hear!!

Gish · January 9th, 2013, 19:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by Strelok

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.

need_a_name · January 13th, 2013, 00:07

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.

B@K3R · January 13th, 2013, 08:52

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

Fuji · January 13th, 2013, 11:00

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Originally Posted by need_a_name

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.

Brian McIlmoyle · January 13th, 2013, 11:08

and .. would b nice to be able to do some Eastern Front scenarios.

shiftsup · January 13th, 2013, 11:13

I would gladly complete a basic wwii russian infantryman impression for an ostfront game in our neck of the woods.

Berkut · January 13th, 2013, 11:26

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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January 9th, 2013, 12:29	#1
Strelok Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Brandon Manitoba	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. Thanks.

January 9th, 2013, 12:54	#2
Berkut PinkEagle Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Toronto	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. __________________ G63 Last edited by Berkut; January 9th, 2013 at 12:59..

January 9th, 2013, 15:28	#7
Berkut PinkEagle Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Toronto	Lee, now you are giving me ideas... Always liked WWII crowd, so might give it a shot! __________________ G63

January 9th, 2013, 14:33	#4
Strelok Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Brandon Manitoba	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 !

January 9th, 2013, 15:22	#6
Strelok Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Brandon Manitoba	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?

January 13th, 2013, 00:07	#10
need_a_name Trader rating Join Date: May 2010	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.

January 13th, 2013, 08:52	#11
B@K3R Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Beamsville Ontario	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 __________________ "First to go last to know - We will defend to the death your right to be misinformed". Cable Splicers Have Bigger Conductors

January 13th, 2013, 11:08	#13
Brian McIlmoyle 8=======D Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Toronto	and .. would b nice to be able to do some Eastern Front scenarios. __________________ Brian McIlmoyle TTAC3 Director CAPS Range Officer Toronto Downtown Age Verifier OPERATION WOODSMAN If the tongue could cut as the sword does, the dead would be infinite

January 13th, 2013, 11:13	#14
shiftsup Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Kitchener, Ontario	I would gladly complete a basic wwii russian infantryman impression for an ostfront game in our neck of the woods.

January 13th, 2013, 11:26	#15
Berkut PinkEagle Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Toronto	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 :-) __________________ G63

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