WWII/Korean War battle gear....

[shooter1201]

I figured I'd ask the experts, so....

I'm trying to put together (2) WWII/Korean War battle gear sets: one for an M1 Carbine, the other for an '03-A3. I need help finding a SOURCE of such gear, whether surplus or repro....it doesn't matter.

Any ideas? TIA

[Jim V]

At least part of the items should be found at www.ima-usa.com

[TxShooter]

Shooter, I buy most of my Safariland duty leather on eBay, but they also seem to have a ton of military equipment, including pre 1700 stuff. Just run a search under "Collectibles:Militaria".

[shooter1201]

Thanks, guys. So far, I have a 1942-dated canteen/cup set, a 1944-dated E-tool, a 1944-dated mess kit...and a 1944-dated pack. I should have started collecting earlier...LOL

[shooter1201]

Anyone know of a WWII collector's forum? TIA

[Dr.Rob]

IMA has really cool stuff.

I got my 1917 Colt Holster from them. Its a re-pro but its very well done. I'll probably buy a Luger Holster from them too.

[shooter1201]

I checked IMA's site, but didn't locate the suspenders.

[Jim V]

When I was looking for a WWII RAF holster for the 1911, I emailed IMA and they had several non-catalogued holsers. They may have suspenders that are not listed due to the limited number in stock.

[Andrew Wyatt]

www.whatpriceglory.com

http://216.205.92.146/us_gear.htm

you might google for WWII reenacting sites.

I'm trying to put together a british WWII era web gear and battledress set to go with my number4mk1 enfield, and i have found british stuff to be easier to find.

[shooter1201]

Thanks for the links. I tend to forget about Google... ;)

[Jim V]

IMI's print ad shows WWII mess kits for sale.