Putting an impression together for the newcomer can be very confusing. If you are new to the hobby, just bought a military vehicle and want the clothing to go with it, or are doing a movie, stage or film project and want to get it right, The Well Dressed GI consulting is the service to help you.
Plowing through the research and the marketplace can be very confusing, and making a wrong purchase can cost you hundreds of dollars and leave you gear that is unusable. Getting all the references can also cost a small fortune. The service I provide leaves the leg work to me and you end up with a series of recommendations that may end up saving you significantly more than the cost of my service. A basic impression consultation costs $25 for a dress or combat uniform.
As for my experience, I purchased my first piece of militaria in 1980, and joined reenacting in 1983. I reenacted as a GI until 1984 and then I participated as a German until 2000. I then started my own reenacting group in 2002 and it has grown to over 30 members. I have warn impressions of US Infantry, Airborne, and Air Corps, and researched the US Women's impressions extensively. On the Axis side I have worn Heer and Fallschirmjager, and also researched the female Helferin impression. I have also reenacted Brit and Russian at different events. There aren't many impressions I am not familiar with or know where to get the correct information regarding the specifics.
I also possess an extensive library with over 600 titles, with approximately 150 being WWII uniform and vehicle reference books. The topics are varied, and in most cases I probably have something on what you are wanting. If it is a WWII impression, I can steer you in the right direction regardless of country or time period during the war.
How it works...once you provide your basic interests to me, I will then give you a quote for the consult. The fee can vary based upon the complexity of the impression. Once I receive all the basic information, I will research and compile the information in a document with recommended sources for getting your gear. I am not affiliated with any spefific vendor besides my company, so I will steer you towards the best quality deals in the marketplace. You can then use your consultation document as your guide to putting your impression together. The consult requires approximately one week in most circumstances, and a time line will be provided during the initial consultation contacts.
This does not mean I will purchase your gear for you. You will have to work directly with the vendors on your purchases due to issues of sizing, refunds, etc. I will continue to consult with you until your desired and contracted impression is complete. If problems develop with vendors, I will also provide advise on how to resolve the problems.
This is a new and exclusive service of the Well Dressed GI, and I am sure many more will attempt to copy it in the future. Service is the name of the game here. For more information on this service, contact Tim for more details.