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Discussion in 'WWII General' started by Gnomie, Oct 8, 2007.

  1. Gnomie

    Gnomie recruit

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    Hey guys, I have no idea where to find this out so I figured this was the best place to ask.

    I'm doing a paratrooper outfit for a halloween party and I just about have everything but one thing. Leggings. Im lookin all over sites for a pair, but size wise I have no idea. I see things like, 3r,1r, and so on, but I have no idea what that means. Does anyone know what "r" size I would have to buy to fit a size 13 boot?
     
  2. bigfun

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    i could be wrong here, not an expert, but i thought the paratroopers just "bloused" their trousers in the top of the boots? like this one.
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  3. Obsessed with WWII

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    The best uniform is that of SS soldiers or just regular German infantry or US Marines. HOORAH!
     
  4. Slipdigit

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    You are correct, Bigfun, they didn't wear leggins. They wore Corcorans or something similar and tucked the trousers in boots. Leggings were for the regular infantry.
     
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    Hey! Thats's my name!
     

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