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Post by oskar2ndchev on Jun 10, 2009 15:53:11 GMT -8
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Post by trench digger#50 on Oct 28, 2009 5:47:08 GMT -8
any one know were i can find the M1918 " pershing" boots? I tried civil warboots.com but they only had 1917 us army trench boot .
Tony Aguilera
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Post by oskar2ndchev on Oct 28, 2009 7:33:42 GMT -8
That will work- Mattimore Harness is the only source currently.
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Post by Chauchat Gunner on Jan 10, 2010 16:50:22 GMT -8
Some time back I spoke to Tom Mattimore about re-poping the 1918 "Pershing" boots. He informed me due to their multi sole construction they would cost much more than the M1917 Trench Shoes. I'd be interested in seeing them made, but I can understand the amount of leather involved and the limited time frame the AEF used them. According to Tom they would not be very flexible as the 1917's are...They are beasts though...
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Post by bigshoe on Feb 22, 2010 10:35:05 GMT -8
I have photograpic evidence of the 1918 toe plate installed on 1917 shoes with the 20 extra hobnails I have three pair of original toe plates and may be able to get them cast in gun bronze which will hold up quite well, at least better than the aluminum heel plates commanly used on lower grade german ww2 foot wear. I may offer these an an option if I can size the models larger.
Tom
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Post by Chauchat Gunner on Mar 9, 2010 14:21:58 GMT -8
Mr. Mattimore,
Keep us informed of the progress of this option. It sounds very interesting and would be an welcome addition to those of us looking for the 1918 shoe.
Mark Headlee
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Post by bigshoe on Mar 9, 2010 16:44:47 GMT -8
They are at the caster getting molds made.
Tom
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Post by Chauchat Gunner on Mar 9, 2010 17:17:54 GMT -8
Mr Mattimore,
Would it be possible to "retro-fit" a pair of your 1917's I own with the toe caps and the extra hobnails?
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Post by oskar2ndchev on Nov 21, 2010 9:45:25 GMT -8
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Post by goofyfool on Jun 13, 2013 14:55:04 GMT -8
Hello All,
What is everyone using these days for boots? As a new (to WW1) re-enactor, the boots appear to be the most expensive item besides a weapon. I've run across 2 sources, one at $180 and the other at $260. As I live in South Carolina, there are no events nearby save for a timeline or two. I was just wondering what some other folks are using.
Thanks,
Jimmy
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Post by oskar2ndchev on Jun 13, 2013 21:52:24 GMT -8
My boots are from Mattimore Harness. They fit perfectly and I've had no issues with them.
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Post by goofyfool on Jun 14, 2013 11:58:58 GMT -8
Thanks Oskar, that's kind of where I was leaning towards.
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