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All of our
uniforms and equipment have been thoroughly researched and documented. As a unit we have
identified resources to either create or purchase various required accoutrements and supplies. Within the
hobby are a variety of sutlers (vendors) who make and sell every imaginable item needed to
accurately portray our 18th century counterparts. To offset costs, our members will create
certain portions of their kit using either available patterns or company gear as samples.
Sutlers can be
found at most events, on the web, or through hobby related magazines.
As the start up
costs can sometimes be prohibitive, the unit will often loan a uniform, tent and musket to
new members when they join. A new member is usually expected to have the basics soon after
joining and purchase the "larger" items by the second season.
We strongly
recommend that any interested parties contact the unit before making a purchase of a
musket, tent or item of clothing.
Below is a list
of BASIC items needed for reenacting. The costs will vary from sutler to sutler.
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Rogers' Rangers
French and Indian War
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King's Rangers
Revolutionary War
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- Brown fly-front
breeches $50
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- White, drop-front
breeches $50
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- Shirt, colored or
check pattern $30
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- Long dark green
waistcoat $60
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- Short dark green
waistcoat $60
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- Scottish bonnet,
green wool $15
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- Floppy hat,
black felt (tricorn) $30
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- Uniform: Rogers'
regimental green wool with green facing $160 (inc. wool and buttons)
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- Uniform: King's
regimental green wool with red facing $200 (inc. wool and buttons)
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Gear
common to both time periods:
- Frock, green linen
$70
- Leggings, green
wool (hand make)
- Stockings, silk
(for warm weather) and wool (for cold weather), any color. $8.00 to $12.00 per pair
- Moccasins $30
- Wooden bowl $13
- Spoon $3
- Haversack $8
- Tin cup $5
- War belt $25
The following
items are not imperative immediately upon joining, as members will loan these items, when
possible. These items are required by the second season!
- Tent, wedge,
white, canvas: The cost of a tent varies on whether it will be for a single soldier or a
family. Please remember to contact the unit to discuss your choice before making a
purchase, as it must fit within a specified size and style. Approx. $155, plus
poles.
- Musket, Brown
Bess: $650. Occasionally a member has a musket for sale at a reduced price. Please contact
us to inquire on the availability.
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Most of these items
can be hand made using available patterns and materials.
- Shift, cotton or linen:
$25.
- Petticoat, cotton
or linen, drawstring: $25.
- Apron, drawstring:
$7.
- Stockings, cotton,
extra long, 2 pair: $8.50 ea.
- Cap (not a mob cap), cotton or linen:
$15.
- Shortgown, bedgown, or sleeved
jacket, cotton or linen: $40. NO sleeveless bodices.
- Modesty piece
scarf: $10.
- Shoes, black:
$85.
Patterns and period
materials are available from various vendors. A full supply of pre-made children's
clothing is available but most folks make their own and pass them on.
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