Reenactment HQ Forum http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/ This is an XML content feed of; Reenactment HQ Forum : Last 10 Posts Copyright (c) 2006-2008 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:01:43 +0000 Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:35:17 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.50 30 www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/RSS_topic_feed.asp Reenactment HQ Forum http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/../images/sutlertentsml.jpg http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/ Interested in reenacting : D & J Sutler http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=16&PID=19#19 Author: hhikker
Subject: D & J Sutler
Posted: Aug 15 2008 at 12:35am

Hello everyone We are new here and after reading a few posts It seems there are a lot of nice folk here.

A bit about who we are

Weare D & J Sutler a really small (my wife and I and a friend)business. We make custom items for reenactors at a fair price. Ourprice might be a lot less than most but the quality will be just asgood if not better. We are Reenactors making goods for Reenactors. Asyou all know if you go to most places and look at a price tag youcringe, I know I have done this a good many times. I don't feel youshould have to break your wallet to have good quality period correctitems and a few items not period correct. We are located in HarpersFerry WV.

I will list a few of our items.
Camp Dresses, Ball Gowns, Day Dresses among other items for the Ladies.
Suspenders Custom Made to order.
(we use triglides, if you ever got stuck, when you take a fall in battle, by your stick pin suspender adjusters you know why)
Cooler Covers (hide the cooler at an event with a great cover)
Mens Civilian Vests
Camp Stools (hard wood stools)
Camp Chairs
Lanterns
That is just a few for now.
I also know a great Flag maker if you looking for a good quality hand made flag.
http://foreverfreeflags.spruz.com


If anyone would like a quote or has a request please PM or email us at
d.jsutler@yahoo.com

]]> Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:35:17 +0000 http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=16&PID=19#19 Interested in reenacting : Looking for Events http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=18#18 Author: Ron
Subject: Looking for Events
Posted: Aug 09 2008 at 9:04am

Any one have any good advice about where to find future events.
 
 


Edited by Ron - Aug 10 2008 at 9:25am]]> Sat, 09 Aug 2008 09:04:43 +0000 http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=15&PID=18#18 Interested in reenacting : newbie needing info http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14&PID=17#17 Author: libbybelle
Subject: newbie needing info
Posted: Aug 07 2008 at 7:09pm

Hi,
    I am hopefully one day a newbie to civil war reenacting. I have a bit of a situation. I have a fairly decent size of wanting to become reenactors that would like to start our own group. The reason for this is we cannot find any local reenactors in our area.  I have read and read every form of literature I can get my hands on but as of right now i just feel as my head is spinning. The problem is we have researched a couple of actual units and so on but cannot find anything that suites the majority of the group. We have a wide variey of gender,age, and physical ability. I need to know if anyone has any suggestions for me ? Am I possibly over looking an easy way of doing this besides joing another unit?Any info would be greatly appreciated. If this matters, at this time the men voted reenacting men from CSA . So I would assume some form of any group from that time period. So far Calvary is out. Thank You!
]]> Thu, 07 Aug 2008 19:09:22 +0000 http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14&PID=17#17 Looking for members : Company E 148th New York Volunteer Infantry http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=13&PID=16#16 Author: sny148
Subject: Company E 148th New York Volunteer Infantry
Posted: Jul 30 2008 at 9:30pm

 
The 148th New York Volunteer Infantry Reenactment Group is aggressively seeking new members to replenish its ranks from 40+years of parades, battle reenactments and living histories. We are a family friendly organization that strives to portray, as authentically as possible, the life of the northern Civil War soldier. We are primarily looking for those that wish to portray the 148th New York soldier however, persons/families that wish to portray civilians would also be welcomed. Also, any persons wishing to be a musician/drummer would be welcomed.
A brief history of the 148th New York, dubbed the "gallant 148th" that you would be a member of:

Raised in the summer of 1862 as part of President Lincoln's call for an additional 300,000 men to suppress the rebellion, the 148th New York filled its ranks primarily with men from Yates, Seneca, and Ontario counties, the Finger Lakes Region of the great state of New York. Seeing mostly garrison duty in the area of Norfolk,VA during its first year of service, the 148th New York went on to forge an outstanding reputation for gallantry in such actions as Fair Oaks, Cold Harbor, Petersburg, Chaffins Farm, Drewry's Bluff, Rice's Station, Burke's Station, and Appomattox Court House. the 148th saw 5 of its members win the Congressional Medal of Honor during its time of service.
We still have many more events slated for the 2008 season. If you are interested in becoming a member or just talking about the Civil War and/or this regiment from Western New York, please contact us today. I hope to have our website up and running by the winter of this year. Until then, please email me at  cgavette23@gmail.com
]]> Wed, 30 Jul 2008 21:30:36 +0000 http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=13&PID=16#16 Looking for members : recruiting for co h, 13th scvi http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=7&PID=14#14 Author: Liberty Belle
Subject: recruiting for co h, 13th scvi
Posted: Jul 15 2008 at 9:43pm

We are having a drill competition in Cookeville TN and would like for all mounted units to attend that can.  Please call or e-mail me for information. 931-445-5211  ]]> Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:43:22 +0000 http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=7&PID=14#14 Interested in reenacting : Looking for Texas Units http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11&PID=13#13 Author: saddleup321
Subject: Looking for Texas Units
Posted: Jul 09 2008 at 10:23pm

Does anyone have information about Texas units, especially mounted units that perform Color Guard or drill maneuvers?  ]]> Wed, 09 Jul 2008 22:23:51 +0000 http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=11&PID=13#13 Looking for members : recruiting uscc for army of the james http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9&PID=11#11 Author: DR GOAT
Subject: recruiting uscc for army of the james
Posted: Jun 07 2008 at 2:01pm

Star

THE CONTRABAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY IS CURRENTLY RECRUITING VOLUNTEERS FOR THE 1ST BRIGADE, 3RD DIVISION, 25TH CORP, ARMY OF THE JAMES. UNITED STATES COLORED CAVALRY. THIS IS THE GROUP THAT FOUGHT THE BATTLE OF FORT POCAHONTAS. GO TO
http://www.fortpocahontas.org/  WE ARE CURRENTLY SEEKING BARRACKS AND PARADE GROUND FOR OUR UNIT AT FORTRESS MONROE, VA.
MUSTER WILL BE HELD AT CAMP HAMILTON, HAMPTON, VA. ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 3RD, 2008.
LEARN THE HISTORY OF THE CONTRABAND SLAVES, PROMOTE THE HERITAGE OF AN AMAZING GROUP OF AMERICAN HEROES. CONTACT US AT HAMPTONVOLUNTEER@GMAIL.COM
]]> Sat, 07 Jun 2008 14:01:40 +0000 http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=9&PID=11#11 Interested in reenacting : Beginner Info http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3&PID=10#10 Author: keith1234matthews
Subject: Beginner Info
Posted: Jun 03 2008 at 1:46pm

     one also needs to be aware that there are different styles of reenacting.  we have mainstream events with soldiers only.  we have events which are family friendly, including wives and children, and we have campaign events which only include reenactors no spectators.  also there are events where campaign style is the way to go   you use only what you can carry on you and is period specific   the recent event up at picketts mills was one such event.  reenactors had to report by 11 am on friday and did not see their cars or other things until sunday after the event was over.  one has to choose which style one wants to emulate or impress.]]> Tue, 03 Jun 2008 13:46:02 +0000 http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3&PID=10#10 Interested in reenacting : Beginner Info http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3&PID=9#9 Author: keith1234matthews
Subject: Beginner Info
Posted: May 22 2008 at 1:26pm

     well said sophia.  sutlers will sell you any and all equipment half of which unless you have someone with you who knows what is authentic to the time period probably was not realistically used or issued in the civil war.  most of us have a closet full of that stuff.  civil war reenacting can be exciting but it is expensive and you can pick up second hand stuff to start sometimes. 

      anyways welcome to all beginners.  glad to have you in the hobby.   sophia gives good sound advice and it should be followed.

]]> Thu, 22 May 2008 13:26:13 +0000 http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3&PID=9#9 Interested in reenacting : Beginner Info http://www.reenactmenthq.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3&PID=8#8 Author: keith1234matthews
Subject: Beginner Info
Posted: May 22 2008 at 11:55am

     starting off most newbie reenactors get a basic kit.  be sure to take a seasoned reenactor from your unit when you go buy a uniform and kit.  sutlers will sell you anything for a price and many times the authenticity of the items as far as applying to your reenactment unit can be questionable.  ask any seasoned reenactor as myself and they will tell you they have a closet full of stuff they bought and cant realistically use.
    the weapon is the most expensive item in the kit along with caps and black powder.  nipple wrenches, nipples etc. for the weapon.  also cleaning items that fit end of your ramrod.  most folks borrow a weapon the first two or three times but you got to buy you one eventually.  depending on federal or confederate impression that weapon can run up  to 700 dollars or more with bayonet and other accouterments.  it is very hard to find a weapon for sale from another reenactor although a deal occasionally comes along and let me tell you these do not depreciate a lot in value like modern weapons.
    also wristwatches are not period.  pocketwatches.  now eyeglasses can be a pain   some folks like myself with bad prescriptions find it hard to improve that side of the impression.
    when at a reenactment try to be in first period at all times when spectators are there.  cell phones should be used if they need to be used secretly.  period cups should be used to drink drinks   all modern items need to be covered up when spectators are in camp.  we know folks use ice chests and things but seasoned reenactors either put them in period boxes made for that purpose or cover them with period blankets and keep them covered.
     remember we are in 1861=1865 time period and we need to do our best to portray that period.
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