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Topic: army uniforms

Posted By: anrita
Subject: army uniforms
Date Posted: 2/05/08 at 10:16am

We are doing Miss Saigon and are in need of american army uniforms. Other things we need in big numbers are cooliehats, black outfits for Dragon scene etc. Naturally we have a limited budget. Any ideas? Thank you!

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Posted By: Topper
Date Posted: 2/05/08 at 2:16pm

You may be able to scrounge old uniforms from vintage shops or Goodwill. Most larger cities have Army-Navy surplus stores where authentic uniforms can be purchased -- but these don't come cheaply. You could also check with a nearby military base (if you have access to one) and ask for any "decommissioned" uniforms or fatigues (these might have stains or rips that need repair-- typically the insignias have also been removed). Also, try to contact a local theater or college drama department that has recently done "Biloxi Blues," "South Pacific," "No Time For Sergeants" or any other military-themed plays and either raid their stock or find out who they used as a source.

Good luck!

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Posted By: musicmom1212
Date Posted: 3/15/08 at 9:00pm

eBay has several.

http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-US-ARMY-GREEN-CLASS-A-DRESS-COAT-JACKET-SIZE-41R_W0QQitemZ350034959411QQihZ022QQcategoryZ36068QQtcZphotoQQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem - Click here: NEW US ARMY GREEN CLASS A DRESS COAT JACKET SIZE 41R - eBay (item 350034959411 end time Mar-16-08 16:35:49 PDT)

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Cathy

Posted By: propcollector
Date Posted: 4/02/08 at 6:47pm

Just wondering how many uniforms you need? What is your time line..ie when do you need the uniforms.