English accoutrements

[J.Whitley]

Gentlemen,

Who is making the best English accoutrements nowadays? I notice Mr. Duvall is making some, but not all, and likewise Mr. Welch is making a little bit.

Jim Whitley

[Backus]

Re: English accoutrements

Heritage Leather does a good job. He has done quite a bit a research on the equipment and examined quite a few original examples. I wouldn't recommend getting too much more from the man. His rev war congressional boxes leave something to be desired. But his English equipment are spot on. http://www.heritageleathercw.com/cart/cart.php
I've seen Nick's stuff and his is spot on as well
I hope this helps.

[FloridaConscript]

Re: English accoutrements

Jim,
both Nick Duvall and Tim Welch are approved vendors. Brad Malone may make some as well, if you email him.

[sepoy1857]

Re: English accoutrements

Heritage Leather does a good job. But his English equipment are spot on. http://www.heritageleathercw.com/cart/cart.php
I've seen Nick's stuff and his is spot on as well
I hope this helps.

Why is his English stuff so much cheaper than the approved vendors if the quality is the same? I mean...I need a white buff cap pocket for my Enfield box and $29 is a lot more appealing than other prices I've seen, and $50 for a white buff expense pouch that another vendor is selling for $200 or 250? I'm confused...what am I missing here?

[lojafan]

Re: English accoutrements

I've heard through the grape vine that Robert Serio at Missouri Boot and Shoe does some British leather gear. You would have to call and talk to him or email him.

[Kanawha Riflemen]

Re: English accoutrements

Jim,

I am in the market too for some English items and was told that LD Haning & Co does a really good job on his English Cartridge Box (approved AC Vendor). This is copied after one that was found on the Antietam Battlefield. I was also told that Missouri Boot and Shoe British leather gear is really good as well as Duvall. I do have one of his bayonet frogs that I paid $60.00 for and was very happy with the finished product.
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John A. Miller
Monterey Pass Battlefield
South Mountain State Battlefield

[Marc29thGA]

Re: English accoutrements

Heritage Leather does a good job. He has done quite a bit a research on the equipment and examined quite a few original examples.

I'll second Tom's input.

[WpnsMan]

Re: English accoutrements

I have a Snake Belt and Bayonet Frog from Heritage Leather and am quite pleased with them. Construction and materials are as good as any of my MB&S gear.

I believe most of his English gear is based on well researched patterns or specifications provided by O'Day (sp) who is a supplier of British equipment and uniforms of various era's. I wouldn't say his prices for an Enfield Cartridge Box is "cheap" but his products are competitively priced.

[roundshot]

Re: English accoutrements

Caveat Emptor.

[Iron Scout]

Re: English accoutrements

Hey Folks,

I don't post very often anymore but let me say very clearly that Heritage Leather's products are not up to the standards of this board. If you think they are, you seriously need to study period pieces at an institution of you're choosing. Do I need to continue? Use the Approved Vendors who are making quality English gear.

Regards,

Neill Rose
PLHA

[LibertyHallVols]

Re: English accoutrements

I am very happy that the folks at Heritage Leather do research. Bravo for them!
I am very happy that folks here are happy with their purchases. Bravo for you!

Neither of the above prove that their research has manifested itself in their products or that your collective happiness is based on anything other than a great price.

As a moderator, I am not happy that folks endorsing this unknown (to me) maker of bargain-priced equipment on the A-C are not comparing their equipment to originals and posting their observations. When I see the prices, then have Neill Rose say they are not up to snuff, I am dubious, to say the least.

Further endorsements need to be backed up by data, not emotions. I would recommend high-quality pics (their website pics don't count). Posts not backed up by data will be deleted.

(!!!!!!!!)

[coastaltrash]

Re: English accoutrements

Even in a discussion with a unit member today the price tag seems to have dictated what was and what was not good research and a well produced item. In the case of English accoutrements there are currently two people who have at one time made a good English knapsack-the man in Jersey and a fellow who hasn't made anything in years. There are two people making a good English cartridge boxes- Tim Welch and Brad Malone. There are a hand full making the proper cap pocket.

English gear is one of those great things that everyone wants, but some won't stretch that extra nickle on. Rather than save another $75 they buy flat out an inferior product, plain and simple. From the buff leather used, to the type of stitch, you need all of that to make a good product.