Click the button below for the list of things you need to do what we do. In addition to what you need, you can acquire even more that will enhance your experience, personal comfort, and ability to present history to the public.

Expensive is not necessarily better; you don't have to buy top-of-the-line stuff. However, we don't recommend trying to save money by buying low-quality items. Besides their inauthentic look, they won't hold up for long and may fail under stress.

You may spend more since you'll have to replace them in a year or two. Well-constructed uniforms, leather equipment, and camp gear, properly cared for, should last for years, even decades.

For the person adamant about precise authenticity, for a much more significant investment, you can also get that exact historic replica down to the hand stitching. It's all out there. See our sutler link for sources.

The old sayings “Let the buyer beware" and “You get what you pay for!" ring true here. We recommend that new troopers consult old troopers before buying anything!

 
 
 

Don Stivers, "First Sergeant"

Check out the First Sergeant's uniform and equipment. Only our officers and NCOs wear rank; otherwise, this is the image we try to portray. Cpl. Harry, below, portrays it well.