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Forum: WW1, WW2 May 12th, 2014, 22:12

Replies: 39 Canadian Battle Dress Uniform and other bits Views: 77,611 Posted By Smartass I went to Nick's on Yonge st. on Saturday. They... I went to Nick's on Yonge st. on Saturday. They have a lot of Pattern 37, especially the cross and L straps. Definitely talk to the old fellow at the back. He knows his shit.

Forum: WW1, WW2 May 9th, 2014, 22:17

Replies: 39 Canadian Battle Dress Uniform and other bits Views: 77,611 Posted By Smartass Here the Battle Order layout. ... Here the Battle Order layout. http://www.canadiansoldiers.com/equipment/loadbearing/1937pattern_files/400px-37battleorder2.gif

Forum: WW1, WW2 May 9th, 2014, 13:03

Replies: 39 Canadian Battle Dress Uniform and other bits Views: 77,611 Posted By Smartass The shoulder straps cross in the back with one of... The shoulder straps cross in the back with one of the straps having a loop for the other to go through.

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion May 3rd, 2014, 21:54

Replies: 17 Walther PPK/s GBB Airsoft Pistol Views: 18,189 Posted By Smartass I'm after a PPKs and at this point I'm not... I'm after a PPKs and at this point I'm not feeling too choosy. Not withstanding Hattrick's assertion to the contrary, I have not found ANY PPKs' for sale in Canada. Umarex hasn't replied to my...

Forum: WW1, WW2 April 15th, 2014, 21:51

Replies: 39 Canadian Battle Dress Uniform and other bits Views: 77,611 Posted By Smartass This is a very informative site. ... This is a very informative site. http://www.karkeeweb.com/1937main.html One of my favorite pieces is a magazine pouch for the 1911. Wartime dated, made in England for the U.S. Very handy...

Forum: WW1, WW2 April 10th, 2014, 18:20

Replies: 39 Canadian Battle Dress Uniform and other bits Views: 77,611 Posted By Smartass I got some great stuff at the Toronto Military... I got some great stuff at the Toronto Military Show. Here's a link. http://www.torontomilitaryshow.com/ The next one is June 28. I picked up an entrenching tool in a p37 cover, MkVIII RAF...

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion March 30th, 2014, 10:20

Replies: 17 Walther PPK/s GBB Airsoft Pistol Views: 18,189 Posted By Smartass Upper Canada Tactical says the Maruzen/Walther... Upper Canada Tactical says the Maruzen/Walther PPK/S has been discontinued. That leaves the ACM and I haven't been able to find that for sale anywhere in Canada. Does anyone know whether it's...

Forum: Doctor's Corner March 17th, 2014, 21:57

Replies: 11 Is this silicone oil or not? Views: 5,269 Posted By Smartass Airsoft grade Silicone is silicone that can be... Airsoft grade Silicone is silicone that can be used with Gbb airsoft guns and mixed with propane. Obviously! Also, it was a way of typing fewer words. Oh well, I didn't pay much for that oil and I...

Forum: Doctor's Corner March 16th, 2014, 23:48

Replies: 11 Is this silicone oil or not? Views: 5,269 Posted By Smartass Is this silicone oil or not? I bought a 1 oz. bottle of 'Empire Paintball Marker Oil' because the guys behind the counter assured me it was airsoft grade silicone oil. It's not on the bottle and I can't find anywhere on the web...

Forum: WW1, WW2 March 9th, 2013, 08:43

Replies: 24 Toronto Military Show Views: 25,976 Posted By Smartass The T. M. S. is in Etobico March 16. I may try to... The T. M. S. is in Etobico March 16. I may try to do it and the airsoft convention. It's JUST off the 401 so it's on the way anyway. http://www.torontomilitaryshow.com/

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion February 23rd, 2013, 13:56

Replies: 32 TOP M4A1 AEG with shell ejection Views: 27,956 Posted By Smartass He has some sort of stage prop weapons license.... He has some sort of stage prop weapons license. That may help.

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion February 23rd, 2013, 11:01

Replies: 32 TOP M4A1 AEG with shell ejection Views: 27,956 Posted By Smartass Thread resurection time. A friend (indie film... Thread resurection time. A friend (indie film maker) asked me about the TOP M4A1 shell ejection AEG. I hadn't seen it before. I see where you can get it in the States but is there a Canadian...

Forum: WW1, WW2 February 22nd, 2013, 01:03

Replies: 9 Lanchester Views: 8,730 Posted By Smartass I've found someone locally who has a genuine... I've found someone locally who has a genuine Lanchester. I just have to arrange to meet in order to measure the hell out of it and photograph details. Once I make up shop drawings and design a couple...

Forum: WW1, WW2 December 16th, 2012, 17:42

Replies: 9 Lanchester Views: 8,730 Posted By Smartass There will be a Sten waiting to be unwrapped... There will be a Sten waiting to be unwrapped Christmas morning. Research into the Lanchester Mk1*is proving to be fun and fruitfull. Wood for a 'built from scratch' Lanchester stock has been...

Forum: WW1, WW2 November 6th, 2012, 17:15

Replies: 9 Lanchester Views: 8,730 Posted By Smartass I can't seem to find a Canadian source for a... I can't seem to find a Canadian source for a sten. Lots of US & UK sites but nothing in Canada. If anyone knows of one, could you PM me (so the kids can't see). Thanks.

Forum: WW1, WW2 October 28th, 2012, 11:26

Replies: 9 Lanchester Views: 8,730 Posted By Smartass Lanchester What do you suppose would be involved in converting a sten into a Lanchester. It would be nice if a SMLE stock could be modified but I suspect it might not be big enough. Carving a new stock is not...

Forum: WW1, WW2 September 15th, 2012, 12:54

Replies: 24 Toronto Military Show Views: 25,976 Posted By Smartass Just got back from the show. It was a candy store... Just got back from the show. It was a candy store of militaria. Almost bought a large size, dated leather jerkin. Didn't get any of the Canadian entrenching tools that were there either. They were...

Forum: WW1, WW2 September 13th, 2012, 12:47

Replies: 24 Toronto Military Show Views: 25,976 Posted By Smartass Toronto Military Show The Toronto Military Show is this Saturday (Sept 15) near the airport. I'm going to have a look for the first time. It's only $7 to get in.

Forum: WW1, WW2 June 20th, 2012, 06:49

Replies: 20 WW2 sale.com Warning scam artist. Views: 28,634 Posted By Smartass I had a similar problem with Spearhead Militaria.... I had a similar problem with Spearhead Militaria. They sent me the Austraian uniform instead of the Canadian Battle Dress. They eventually sent me the right uniform. It's a bit small (close enough...

Forum: WW1, WW2 June 5th, 2012, 23:51

Replies: 0 Luger for theatre prop Views: 5,852 Posted By Smartass Luger for theatre prop If anyone knows where I can get hold of a Luger P08 cheaply, I'd appreciate it. It's for a stage production so it just has to look good. Functionality is not an issue. Even a really good looking toy...

Forum: WW1, WW2 April 24th, 2012, 00:58

Replies: 46 Getting into the WW2 thing. Views: 32,928 Posted By Smartass I went Canadian all the way. For me nothing looks... I went Canadian all the way. For me nothing looks sharper than Canadian battle dress and pattern 37 webbing with a netted helmet to top it off. None of it is hard to find or very expensive, either...

Forum: WW1, WW2 April 5th, 2012, 19:33

Replies: 292 Lets see your kit! Views: 2,374,650 Posted By Smartass Could someone point me towards the thread that... Could someone point me towards the thread that describes the procedure for posting photographs. It's asking for a URL and my photos aren't online.

Forum: WW1, WW2 April 4th, 2012, 23:59

Replies: 255 Ontario Airsoft WWII Reenactors Views: 754,554 Posted By Smartass I'm having a time finding magazines for my KA... I'm having a time finding magazines for my KA Thompson. I placed an order with Hero Army Surplus but they're waiting on their supplier. Anyone know where else I can get them at a decent price? It's...

Forum: WW1, WW2 April 4th, 2012, 15:37

Replies: 16 Canadian Impression Views: 14,637 Posted By Smartass Apparently there's some poor bastard, presumably... Apparently there's some poor bastard, presumably in Australia, stuck with a Canadian battle dress. There is a silver lining. I tried on the Aussie outfit and it was too small so I'm arranging to get...

Forum: WW1, WW2 April 3rd, 2012, 12:33

Replies: 16 Canadian Impression Views: 14,637 Posted By Smartass Well, I got a uniform from Spearhead in the mail... Well, I got a uniform from Spearhead in the mail today but that's where the good news ends. For some reason they sent me an Australian Imperial Force tunic and pants. At least they're green.

Forum: WW1, WW2 March 29th, 2012, 17:56

Replies: 255 Ontario Airsoft WWII Reenactors Views: 754,554 Posted By Smartass Real helmet it is. I'll probably make a new liner... Real helmet it is. I'll probably make a new liner though. The rubber coated canvas on the original is really stiff and not at all comfortable. Shouldn't be too difficult. Still waiting (10 days now)...

Forum: WW1, WW2 March 29th, 2012, 12:51

Replies: 255 Ontario Airsoft WWII Reenactors Views: 754,554 Posted By Smartass I'm prepared to wear a real one but is there a... I'm prepared to wear a real one but is there a replica Mk II helmet in plastic? I'd assume it would be British, not Canadian. That would be too much to hope for. A light replica would be better for...

Forum: WW1, WW2 March 19th, 2012, 12:44

Replies: 16 Canadian Impression Views: 14,637 Posted By Smartass I have ordered the battledress and have a couple... I have ordered the battledress and have a couple odds and ends coming in from here and there. If anyone is in need of Pattern 37 L-straps, there are several at the Waterloo County Antique Warehouse...

Forum: WW1, WW2 March 18th, 2012, 13:11

Replies: 255 Ontario Airsoft WWII Reenactors Views: 754,554 Posted By Smartass That one in the classifieds is mouthwatering but... That one in the classifieds is mouthwatering but the timing is bad. I'll be eligible to spend money like that in a couple months.

Forum: WW1, WW2 March 17th, 2012, 23:02

Replies: 255 Ontario Airsoft WWII Reenactors Views: 754,554 Posted By Smartass Okay! I've read all kinds of threads discussing... Okay! I've read all kinds of threads discussing the different brands of Colt 1911's. The TM Colt 1911A1 looks like a good fit for me but I haven't been able to find a Canadian retailer who sells it...

Forum: WW1, WW2 March 14th, 2012, 12:35

Replies: 50 Thompson M1A1 Pics Views: 45,676 Posted By Smartass Just got my KA M1A1 this morning.... Just got my KA M1A1 this morning. Mmmmmmm...Thompson. Is there some one in KW who can chronie this thing for me? The box says 400fps with .2's but if it's hot, I want to bring it under 400 before I...

Forum: WW1, WW2 March 13th, 2012, 18:10

Replies: 16 Canadian Impression Views: 14,637 Posted By Smartass Private sounds good to me. Wouldn't want to be... Private sounds good to me. Wouldn't want to be mistaken for a '90 day wonder'. I don't count that KTW SMLE. 1, It's a stupid price. 2, It's not a springer. You're cocking a bolt for Chist's sake;...

Forum: WW1, WW2 March 13th, 2012, 12:50

Replies: 16 Canadian Impression Views: 14,637 Posted By Smartass I haven't settled on a unit. Since I'll be... I haven't settled on a unit. Since I'll be carrying an M1A1 I have to be an officer or at least a noncom. If there was an airsoft Lee Enfield I'd go private all the way. More research is needed. I...

Forum: WW1, WW2 March 13th, 2012, 12:45

Replies: 16 Canadian Impression Views: 14,637 Posted By Smartass The Spearhead Canadian Battledress looks great.... The Spearhead Canadian Battledress looks great. Unfortunately I'm not shaped like a 1940's battle ready canadian soldier. To wear pants that fit my waist I'd need to be 5 or 6 inches taller. The...

Forum: WW1, WW2 March 12th, 2012, 22:02

Replies: 16 Canadian Impression Views: 14,637 Posted By Smartass I really like the look of the battle dress at... I really like the look of the battle dress at http://www.gavinmilitaria.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=108 but it's hard to be sure of the colour. I don't supose anyone else has ever ordered one...

Forum: WW1, WW2 March 12th, 2012, 06:14

Replies: 16 Canadian Impression Views: 14,637 Posted By Smartass Canadian Impression Bought a 1952 battle dress blouse yesterday. It looks like a 1947 pattern but it's mostly the collar that's different from the 1939 pattern and my wife says that won't be a problem. I'm still hoping...

Forum: Upgrades & Modifications March 5th, 2012, 17:43

Replies: 12 Downgrading a KA m4a1 Views: 8,266 Posted By Smartass This is a very timely thread for me. Waiting for... This is a very timely thread for me. Waiting for delivery of my KA m1a1 from Halifax Airsoft Wholesale any day now. Thanks for all the info.

Forum: WW1, WW2 March 2nd, 2012, 20:15

Replies: 47 Quality of At The Front "imports" vs others Views: 49,716 Posted By Smartass It's too bad they don't carry the Canadian WWII... It's too bad they don't carry the Canadian WWII Battledress. Does anyone know where I could find a sewing pattern for it. I hate the idea of dismantling an original in order to reproduce it. Then I...

Forum: Newbie Tank February 12th, 2012, 10:25

Replies: 63 Poll: Almost time for FUN! Views: 42,771 Posted By Smartass With the ICS split gear box you can have one gun... With the ICS split gear box you can have one gun and two upper gear boxes. One for CQB and one for out doors. They're crazy easy to swap out. http://mach1airsoft.com/site/node/464

Forum: General June 22nd, 2011, 22:23

Replies: 2 Combat Hospital Views: 4,520 Posted By Smartass Thanks Tex. I didn't look hard enough. Thanks Tex. I didn't look hard enough.

Forum: General June 22nd, 2011, 22:07

Replies: 2 Combat Hospital Views: 4,520 Posted By Smartass Combat Hospital Just watched the first episode. I like it but I can't have an opinion on how realistic it is. I'd like to hear from people with first hand knowlege. It's TV and entertainment so I expect them to take...

Forum: Gear Discussion April 30th, 2011, 17:04

Replies: 25 Prescription balistic glasses Views: 20,062 Posted By Smartass Most of my airsofting happens at Flagraiders in... Most of my airsofting happens at Flagraiders in Kitchener so I need Paintball rated goggles to go with the wire mesh lower mask I picked up at the convention. I've found a few goggles for $15 to $25...

Forum: Doctor's Corner April 17th, 2011, 08:30

Replies: 5 ICS Gearbox screws Views: 4,742 Posted By Smartass ICS Gearbox screws Apparently the gearbox screws that my ICS M4 came with are a bit soft. Who sells such things?

Forum: Airsoft Guns Discussion March 13th, 2011, 01:09

Replies: 2 ICS-47 R.I.S, Crane Stock Views: 5,543 Posted By Smartass Only just saw this thread so this may be... Only just saw this thread so this may be pointless but what the hell. This is my first and only gun(for now). I got it at last year's Sportsman show. Very accurate. Good range. I'm having selector...

Forum: Gear Discussion September 30th, 2010, 14:52

Replies: 34 weird camo ;-) Views: 21,017 Posted By Smartass Are those modernized blunderbus's they're... Are those modernized blunderbus's they're carrying?

Forum: Canadian August 15th, 2010, 10:10

Replies: 1,235 Canadian loadout *56K beware* Views: 1,930,052 Posted By Smartass Thanks Texas Thanks Texas

Forum: Canadian August 15th, 2010, 09:44

Replies: 1,235 Canadian loadout *56K beware* Views: 1,930,052 Posted By Smartass Assuming I don't choke on the price, where would... Assuming I don't choke on the price, where would I buy an Elcan C79 optical sight?

Forum: Gear Discussion August 3rd, 2010, 23:57

Replies: 28 COBRA CXR825C GMRS - Headset usage Views: 21,260 Posted By Smartass To quote the Amazon.com site...Currently, item... To quote the Amazon.com site...Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. Doesn't do us a lot of good I"m afraid. I bought my Cobra CXR700 radios for $50 and they work great but I don't...

Forum: Gear Discussion July 26th, 2010, 12:43

Replies: 5 Original Swat Boots Views: 6,637 Posted By Smartass My Tactical Swat safety boots are great. It's... My Tactical Swat safety boots are great. It's like wearing slippers.

Forum: Accessories Discussion July 12th, 2010, 23:35

Replies: 8 A Proper Headset. Views: 8,234 Posted By Smartass I hope you don't mind me crashing your thread... I hope you don't mind me crashing your thread with my own headset issue. I have a pair of Cobra CXR700 microTALK 25-Mile Radios and they work great but, as you might have guessed, I can't find a...

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