Before buying equipment, check it over for wear and damage. It's usually better to spend a few dollars more to get something that's in good condition rather than waste your money on something that's going to fall apart the first time in the field. Things to look for include:

• Rust, especially on D rings and snaps
• Snaps and eyelets that are pulling out of the fabric
• Missing buttons
• Missing parts
• Separating seams

If you're at a militaria show or an event with vendors, hook up with the veteran squad members and pester them with questions. They'll be able to stear you to the better equipment and find the deals.

UNIFORM
PHOTO	ITEM
	Helmet, steel, M1
	Overseas Cap
	Unit Crest
	Undershirt (optional)
	Shirt, field, wool, OD, EMs, 1937
	Tie, army, cotton twill, od
	Trousers, field, wool, OD, EMs, 1937
	Belt, trouser, web
	Socks (optional)
	Leggings, dismounted M1938
	Shoes, service
	Jacket, field M1941

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EQUIPMENT
PHOTO	ITEM
	Haversack, M1910 or M1928
	Belt, cartridge, 10 pocket M1910 or M1923
	Suspenders, M1936
	Canteen, M1910 or M1942
	Mess Kit, WWI or WWII
	Pouch, First Aid, M1910, M1924, or M1942
	Bag, lightweight service gas mask
	Entrenching Tool, T-handle or folding

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WEAPONS
PHOTO	ITEM
	Bayonet with scabbard
	Rifle, service, caliber .30 M1 (Garand)
	Enbloc Clips
	Blank Adapter

Visit this site for information on how to get a rifle through the Civilian Marksmanship Program.

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