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Expertise
I am actively involved in Revolutionary War reenacting (1775-1783). I am currently the Vice President, Quartermaster, Webmaster and Lieutenant in a Pennsylvania Line unit. Living history organizations are one way we can keep the past alive, and instill into our youth what life was like in days long gone. There are several living history organizations out there, from Mideavil Times through World War II. The Civil War and Revolutionary War are two of the most popular. I can answer questions regarding how to get in contact with a living history organization, and what would be involved in getting into the hobby, from the cost of weapons and accoutrements to what you can expect during a weekend event.

Experience
I am relatively still a "young pup" in the hobby - 10 years. Many of the more seasoned ones have been in the hobby since the Bicentennial.

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Historical/War Reenactment - Muskets

Expert: James Bell - 10/19/2009

Question
I am looking for a 1756 version of a Long Land Pattern (1st model) Brown Bess. I have found plenty of 2nd models but the 1st model seems uncommon. Any recommendations on sources would be helpful. I have joined the 84th Rgt. of Foot, 1st Bat., Royal Highland Emigrants, we are portraying 1780 at Fort Michilimackinac.

Answer
Rick -

You can take a look at Middlesex Village Trading Companie ...
http://www.middlesexvillagetrading.com/M1BB.shtml

They are selling their's for $595. Of course, I can't vouch for the quality, I haven't personally dealt with that company.

Hasn't any members of the 84th given you any guidance? Normally a regiment guides those wishing to acquire weapons very carefully so they don't spend a LOT of money on something that isn't appropriate to their unit's history.

Sincerely,
James Bell

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