The Adventurer's Gear Thread

[LordJohnRoxton]

Where are the gaiters?

Gaiters seem to be a standard. I remember seeing an old photo of my great-grandfather wearing leather gaiters when they were building the Hoover Dam. I've always liked them! Does anyone know of a source for them?

 

[Mojave Jack]

Lawrance Ordnance carries some, but I don't know anyone that actually has a pair.

I'd love to hear a review, because they're something I've considered many times.

They also carry the boots to match.

Identical to those worn by Professor Challenger!

 

[Les Gillis]

Try Schipperfabrik For Leggings

Try this link. I have a pair on order that should be in soon. Shipper is known for having top notch products.

http://www.schipperfabrik.com/ami_gear.html

Les

 

[Mike K.]

Gaiters seem to be a standard. I remember seeing an old photo of my great-grandfather wearing leather gaiters when they were building the Hoover Dam. I've always liked them! Does anyone know of a source for them?

I've got a pair of leather gaiters in outstanding condition. Not sure, but I think they date to WWI. I was just about to put them on eBay, but if you or anybody else is interested....

 

[LordJohnRoxton]

Try this link. I have a pair on order that should be in soon. Shipper is known for having top notch products.

http://www.schipperfabrik.com/ami_gear.html

Les

I like the look of those... they remind me a lot of the ones in the picture. What sort of boot would one wear with those. Would ammunition boots do?

 

[Les Gillis]

Low Boots

I'd think any sort of period low boot would work.

I just got a call that my leggings arrived at my office. I'll let you know how they look when I finally get to see them.

Les

 

[LordJohnRoxton]

I'd think any sort of period low boot would work.

I just got a call that my leggings arrived at my office. I'll let you know how they look when I finally get to see them.

Les

I look forward to hearing how they turned out!

 

[Bruce Wayne]

I'd think any sort of period low boot would work.

I just got a call that my leggings arrived at my office. I'll let you know how they look when I finally get to see them.

Les

i want pics!!!

 

[LordJohnRoxton]

Sharp, Jerekson! I've been looking on Ebay for frames, but they're always such a gamble. I finally pulled the trigger on a pair recently, but when I got them the frame had been soldered at some point in the past and no optometry shop would touch them. I think I'll just have to keep perusing the thrift shops for a good pair. The size you have is perfect for your face, though.

Have you tried The Grand Spectacle ( http://www.thegrandspectacle.com/ )?

 

[Highlander]

Here, in a stream at the base of Arenal Volcano in Costa Rica, wearing my Stetson Panama hat, a twill shirt, hiking shorts and Merrell Hiking boots. With my ever faithful TAG/Heuer watch on my wrist.

 

[Hemingway Jones]

My Barbour Washed Twill Trooper came! I have never been so happy with a jacket. This jacket is tough, stylish, and so well-tailored. The fit is perfect. It's such a well-designed jacket that I could wear it classically or with a modern twist.

Plus, it is perfect for the field. It has huge pockets, zips up the front with a heavy brass zipper, and has buttons; so you don't need the zip. It has a semi-detached half-lining. I think the tailored jacket is an advantage in the field; none of that extra fabric to get caught on things.

I will post photos when I can. I cannot wait to wear this thing in May in Italy!

 

[LordJohnRoxton]

I'm sure this might get touched on in other threads, but I also see it as an integral part of the adventurer's wardrobe... do any of you have preferred equipment of a more combative nature? Do any of the bold FL Adventurers have a preferred rifle for instance? I'm sure it really completes the outfit!

 

[Mike K.]

I'm sure this might get touched on in other threads, but I also see it as an integral part of the adventurer's wardrobe... do any of you have preferred equipment of a more combative nature? Do any of the bold FL Adventurers have a preferred rifle for instance? I'm sure it really completes the outfit!

But of course!!

<--- Just check the avatar. That's "Matilda" at my side...single-shot, .30-30Win (although might be upgrading to a .45-70 barrel).

Not seen is a utilitarian pocket knife and a machete.

 

[LordJohnRoxton]

I'm thinking of picking up a Steyr-Mannlicher M1895 this weekend. My weapons apparently need to be vintage Does anybody have any opinions on that particular weapon?

 

[Bernard Newman]

An relative of mine had a Mannlicher 95. He said that those rifles are very reliable and sturdy, but it requires quite a lot of maintenance. I've shot it once and I think that it has a considerable recoil (I was only used to shoot during military service), but I like the firing rate that the straight-pull bolt allows.
I'd go for it. (But as an Austrian I'm biased)

Cheers,
Bernhard

 

[LordJohnRoxton]

I had heard about the rate of fire... and a bit about the maintenance issue. Where is the maintenance concern? Is it the bolt? I'm trying to decide whether to pick up the Mannlicher this weekend...

 

[rumblefish]

I'm thinking of picking up a Steyr-Mannlicher M1895 this weekend. My weapons apparently need to be vintage Does anybody have any opinions on that particular weapon?

LordJohn...
I'm a big fan of Mannlicher Schoenauer, and I'd have a lot to say about their line from prewar to the MCAs. For the model you looking for the ony advice I have to offer is, find out how available ammo and/or reloading supplies are for the caliber of the gun you choose. If a rechambered version is OK with you, I'd go with 8MM Mauser.

 

[LordJohnRoxton]

LordJohn...
I'm a big fan of Mannlicher Schoenauer, and I'd have a lot to say about their line from prewar to the MCAs. For the model you looking for the ony advice I have to offer is, find out how available ammo and/or reloading supplies are for the caliber of the gun you choose. If a rechambered version is OK with you, I'd go with 8MM Mauser.

Very good point! I'm looking at the 8x56mmR version... not quite certain about availability of the ammunition at present....

 

[John in Covina]

Finnish M39

Still in cosmoline! I have a Finnish M39 that was remanufactured by Sako. The Finns had captured so many Russian 1891 Moisan Nagant rifles that they had several of their rifle manufacturers upgrading them for use by the Finn Army and I think their version of the National Guard.

The M39 is a legendary rifle noted for superb accuracy. You can read about them on line. One of these days i will clean it up, do a refinish on the stock and contemplate scoping it as a long range rifle. I have not scoped any of my rifles.

When I take it apart to clean & refinish it I'll get to see the year of manufacture for the original bolt action, it could even be pre-1900.

 

[LordJohnRoxton]

There is a pretty good deal for the M91/30 Moisin-Nagant as well.... but I wonder if I shouldn't prefer the Mannlicher...