272. VOLKSGRENADIER-DIVISION - IMPRESSION GUIDELINES

This is a Heer only event and the soldaten we will portray will be from the 272. Fusilier-Kp., 980. Regiment of the 272. VGD, which means that SS, FJ and Luftwaffe Ground Forces is not acceptable as an impression at this event, No exceptions!

This being a late war scenario means that you would have seen a little bit of everything..

HEADGEAR

  • Stahlhelm (Helmet) - M35, M40, M42 styles are all acceptable. M42 without decal is preferred. Single decals allowed in limited numbers. - Helmet nets, intertube bands, breadbag straps and correct style chicken wire are acceptable for camo. Camo painted helmets are also allowed in limited numbers. -

    NOTE: NO DOUBLE DECAL HELMETS PERMITTED

  • Feldmutze (Cap) - M43 caps are the preferred style of cap, however M42 and M34 caps will be allowed in limited numbers. Must have correct BEVO insignia.

CLOTHING

  • Feldbluse (Tunic) - M43 Feldblusen is preferred. M40 and M36 tunics are also acceptable, however M36 tunics should be in very limited numbers, mainly in use by NCO’s. Must have litzen, chest eagle and shoulderboards. -

    NOTE: NO UNIT SPECIFIC INSIGNIA ALLOWED, NO CUFF TITLES, NO SHOULDERBOARD CYPHERS.

  • Hosen (Trouser) - M43 Hosen are the preferred style of trouser, however M40 trousers are also acceptable..

    NOTE: NO STEINGRAU M37 STYLE TROUSERS PERMITTED.

  • Hemd (Shirt) - Grey knit service shirt preferred, however correct 1940’s pattern civillian shirts are also allowed.

  • Jumper (Sweater) - Grey V-Neck style sweater is preferred, however correct 1940’s pattern civilian sweaters are also allowed. - Sweaters are not required but strongly recommended.

  • Tarnjacke (Camo smock) - Sumpftarn pattern smocks are allowed in very limited numbers, but will only be worn by recon Gruppen for certain assignments. -

    NOTE: IT’S HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THE ONLY CAMO YOU USE IS YOUR ZELTBAHN.

FOOTWEAR

  • Schnurschuhe or Marschsteifel (Low boots or jackboots) - Low boots are strongly preferred over jackboots, however jackboots will be allowed. - Must have leather soles, hobnails and heel plates.

  • Gamaschen (Gaiters) - Correct pattern gamaschen are to be worn with low boots, however rolled socks can be used as a substitute. No Luftwaffe or Postwar gamaschen

WINTER CLOTHING

  • Mantel (Greatcoat) - M40 and M42 Mantels are the preferred style, however M36 pattern will be allowed in limited numbers. - The Mantel is the #1 preferred piece of winter clothing for all attendees. These were seen in higher numbers than any other article of winter clothing from the beginning of the war to the end. The preferred look for this event is field gear worn over muddy mantels.

  • Winteranzug (Winter uniform) - The winteranzug was issued as a set. If you are going to wear a winteranzug, make sure you have both jacket and trousers. - All types of winter combos are acceptable, Maus grey, splinter and both Sumpf 43 & 44. Panther Store and SM Wholesale /1944 Militaria sell great combo sets.

    NOTE: DO NOT SHOW UP IN THE STAY-PUFF CHEAP OPTIONS FROM HESSEN OR CHINA.

  • Handschuhe (Gloves) - Grey wool issued gloves are preferred. However “trigger mittens” and any correct civilian pattern glove are also acceptable.

  • Toque (Headscarf) - Grey wool issue toque or scarf is preferred, however correct wool civilian scarves are also acceptable.

EQUIPMENT

NOTE: WEAR APPROPRIATE FIELD GEAR FOR YOUR RANK! MAPCASES, PISTOLS AND BINOCULARS ARE ONLY AUTHORIZED FOR OFFICERS AND NCO’S.

  • Koppel (Belt) - Leather or web belt acceptable with Heer belt buckle.

  • Munitiontaschen (Ammo Pouches) - One pair for anyone carrying a 98K. A single pouch and a G43 pouch for anyone with a G43.

  • Koppeltragegestell (Y-Straps) - Leather or web style are both acceptable.

  • Gasmaske (Gas Mask/Canister) - Gas mask not required, but Gas Mask Canister absolutely required. - Gas cape bag not required, however, if used, it must be attached to can and not strap. - Numbering your field gear, especially gas mask canisters, mess tins and canteen cups is highly recommended.

  • Bayonet (Bayonet with Frog) - Leather or web style frogs are both acceptable.

  • Spaten (Shovel) - Straight or Folding shovel acceptable. Folding type is preferred. - “Ersatz” style shovel carriers are acceptable.

  • Brotbeutel (Bread bag) - NOTE: NO LUFTWAFFE BREADBAGS!

  • Feldflasche (Canteen) - Must include cover, cup, and strap

  • Kochgeschirr (Mess tin) - To include a leather strap to attach to breadbag.

  • Zeltbahn (Shelter quarter) - Splinter pattern. This event gets wet, you’ll be glad you brought it. - It is preferred if not worn over the uniform it is worn on the belt and not on an a-frame.

  • Decke (Blanket) - Grey wool issue blanket preferred, however other period correct blankets are allowed in limited numbers.

  • Rucksack or Tornister “Affe” Pack (Pack) - Although it is not required, it is recommended you bring a pack because you won’t be leaving the line. - Rucksacks or Tornisters are both allowed as they were seen in mixed numbers during this time. - The blanket can be rolled around the pack and secured with tornister straps.

WEAPONS

NOTE: NO CAPTURED WEAPONS! NO SOVIET WEAPONS!
  • Mauser 98k - Should be the main weapon carried by most people in the unit.

  • Mauser G43 - Allowed to be used as a substitute for Mauser 98k.

  • MP-40 - Original or SSR BFONG, Indy Ordnance, DunRite or Schossler's only. 

    NOTE: NO GSG SEMI-AUTO, NO EXCEPTIONS!

  • MP-44 - Original or PTR44

    NOTE: NO .22 GSG, NO EXCEPTIONS!

  • MG-34 - Original or TNW

  • MG-42 - Original, Wise Lite or Indy Ordnance BFONG