The 76th Independent Battalion (Part 6)
POSTED BY: Tristan
UPDATED: Monday, December 18, 2006 18:29
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Originally posted by Tristan:
BrownCoat1, morning!
I agree about Techie, but I do understand where he's coming from. I am dying to see the M60 in person, though, so I do hope he plans on marching!
As for the rest, if you do come across a good deal on the G36's, let me know. If you pick up a few extra, I may buy them from you....assuming you would sell, of course.I already have the two, and they are very addictive...the next one will be the K version from airsplat, depending on your "review".
And thanks for keeping an eye out for the insignia, etc. If you do happen across a large number of helmets, email either me or BWTP. We had chosen a Russian design for looks and price, but if they can at least match the price and have a good supply, it may be worth looking it to.
I don't know that this was discussed, but the helmet finish we are looking for is rough...not the smooth, shiny NATO-type look.
Thanks again!
I will let you know about the G36Ks. Like I said the next show is the 2nd week of January (13th & the 14th to be exact), but the 76th will be the first to know what I learn. I know how addictive collecting the weapons can be. We now have an M16, and M4, a P90, an AUG, and a MP5S. Now if only I could afford the real ones. *sighs* If I wind up w/ extras, you get first crack Colonel.
The helmets at the local surplus place are the flat or rough finish. These were actual service helmets from WWII, Korea & the Nam. Who would want a shiny helmet? That would just draw fire. Maybe we can offer the shiny ones to the purplebellies.
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Morning, all!
Sister, thank you for the offer, but that is not necessary at all! I love experimenting with cloth and patterns, and part of every paycheck I have is set aside for that kind of thing. 
I am going this weekend to look for the linen, and will still be posting photos of the coat I am working on.
BrownCoat1, thanks for giving me first crack. And thanks also for the helmet description...I think that would be a good idea; give the shiny ones to the purplebellies! 
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mornin soldiers.
I, like Sister, would be willing to contribute some as well to the getting-the-costumes-the-way-we-want-them fund. I plan to wear the long coat, Option A, and I know that I am going to have to have Tristan make mine, as I am useless when it comes to that sort of thing.
As far as the beer goes, I won't be starting it anytime soon, but you guys are still free to discuss what you might want. So far, all I can remember reading was someone's desire for bitter, someone else suggested a Weiss, and Tristan wanted a stout, though I will already have one in the form of my Caffeinated Candy Beer. You guys feel free to discuss it amongst yourselves.
~jimi 
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I forgot to add this to the last post:
Both types of uniform can be worn by anyone. The Type A uniform is not reserved for the officers and the Type B uniform is not reserved for the Enlisted.
I am not sure if this was discussed elsewhere and I missed it, but again, anyone can wear either uniform.
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Morning, RIMG! Just missed your post.
Thank you also for the offer, but again, I enjoy doing this, and I will probably go through a lot before I settle on a "final" coat and smock. I have the funds set aside for the experimenting...once I get the coat and smock ready, then I'll start charging for those that want them, and offering the pattern to those that want to try to build their own.
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Thank you Tristan; but the offer stands; a few extra $$ added to your "partial paycheck" might help in your experimentation! We want our uniforms to be WONDERFUL.
As to Riverismygoddess's offer re: beer; the best I have ever tasted is an Irish brew... Kilkenny; it's a red cream ale....it will never be sold in the US; but is sold in Ireland, Australia and New Zealand; Friends of ours who visit from those places ALWAYS bring me some...it's absolutely HEAVENLY!! (And I am a Guinness fan, as well).
Can't wait to see the coats/ and the "smock-up".. I'm revisiting the Imaginknit folks today to see if their Internet is back up; I showed them the drawings from the Firefly Companion and they said that the mail sleeves would be a 'go'..as they have plenty of time before D*C. Again; I will get as many as my paycheck allows for extras. ArtCat: again, my thanks for your advice on the material used - I can't wait to see your "shiney" options. Have a great day, fellow 76ers!
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I was actually the one to design some little flyers, that I then emailed to Saxon. I'll send them to Tristan and BWTP, and you guys can decide if they're alright, or if they need something else (i.e. more info, bigger size, etc).
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Sister,
use show them that link about how to knit chainmail I found online, it prints up nicely and once they do the knitting you should be able to "finish" it aka using mylar and glue.
I cant wait to "finish" my projects, buuut, I have over 30 browncoats looking more like 40+ descending on my house this weekend, and well trying to make sure I am set to handle their onslaught,
oh and YES PLEASE I want to see those flyers, with that many BCs in once place I have a captive audience to promote the 76th :) (they are coming in from as far as Baton Rouge, LA ( I live in Houston, TX))
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Just sent the .doc to Tristan & BWTP. If no changes need to be made, I'll send it to you, too, Artcat. Right now I have them as 4 to a page.
Maybe one of the guys could actually put it up here for company input. 
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Thank you again, Sister, for the offer.
ArtCat, I understand. Relax, and enjoy the onslaught...if that is possible.
Boomer, I got the .doc, and emailed you one in return. I just changed a few things and turned it into a one-page flyer. I have forwarded this to BWTP, and he and I will hash it out and then post the final results here.
Thank you for that, by the way. I love the fonts!
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Just a quick look see.
I'm sourcing all the elements now, and want to know if we'll be ordering our badges seperately or if one of us will order a batch badges(independent and '76) and then distribute it from there?
Are we sure the different suppliers are providing the same sized badges?
If one of the existing suppliers are doing '76 badges, I'll wait until they're done, so I can order once. (I find that the stuff is not that expensive, but the delivery charges are hurting me..) Still planning a strategy on that.
Same question with regards to the scarves? Are they wool or cloth? I've always thought they looked like a woollen linen blend, almost like a pashmina (just not as expensive). I also thought I'd skip the helmet and wear one around my head, but then I again realised that we're going for the pre-battle look, cleaner, more formal. I don't think any Independent would have been allowed on parade with a scarf worn like Zoe. If I'm wrong, please tell me so I can go celebrate.
I'm running into trouble with the gun. I've got feelers out for suppliers, but I'll maybe have to borrow one from one of you guys who have extras. I'll get back on that.
Anyway, off again.
And, just in case nobody has said it before. You guys are amazing. Absolutely incredible and I'm so very very proud to be here.
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