Historical Equipment & Sizing Standard
WW1 & WW2 Reenactment Gear, US Field Gear & Sizing Guide
Detailed measurement charts for military uniforms, M1917A1 helmet liners, WW1 wool puttees, US field gear, rifle slings, and WWII reenactment gear loadouts.
WW1 & WWII Equipment Loadouts & Direct Product Links
Explore key equipment pieces used across US, British, and German historical loadouts.
WWII US Army Infantry Equipment
Key field webbing, rifle slings, M1 canvas belts, and vintage medic pouches for US infantry impressions.
British Tommy Webbing & Slings
1937 pattern khaki webbing, Lee Enfield rifle slings, 144" wool puttees, and Webley revolver holsters.
German Wehrmacht Leather & Gear
K98/G98 embossed leather slings, Luger P08 holsters, and MP38/MP40 ammo magazine pouch sets.
Uniform, Puttees & Helmet Liner Sizing Charts
Refer to our measurement standards below to find your correct uniform chest size, helmet liner size, or belt waist length.
1. Military Uniform & Jacket Sizing Chart (Tunics, M41/M43 Jackets)
Our reproduction tunics and jackets are tailored according to original historical specifications. For best fit when wearing over a wool shirt, measure your chest with a tape measure level across your shoulder blades.
| Size Tag | Chest Size (Inches) | Chest Size (CM) | Shoulder Width | Sleeve Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small (38) | 36" – 38" | 91 – 96 cm | 18.0" (45 cm) | 24.5" (62 cm) |
| Medium (40) | 38" – 40" | 96 – 101 cm | 18.5" (47 cm) | 25.0" (63 cm) |
| Large (42) | 40" – 42" | 101 – 106 cm | 19.2" (49 cm) | 25.5" (65 cm) |
| X-Large (44) | 42" – 44" | 106 – 111 cm | 20.0" (51 cm) | 26.0" (66 cm) |
| XX-Large (48) | 46" – 48" | 116 – 122 cm | 21.0" (53 cm) | 26.5" (67 cm) |
2. WW1 Wool Puttees & Canvas Leggings Fitting Standard
Warcraft Exports manufactures authentic WW1 British & US pattern wool puttees woven to full 9-foot (2.75-meter) length with heavy cotton securing tapes.
Puttees Wrapping Instructions
- Start wrapping just above the boot ankle bone.
- Overlap each turn by 50% moving upward toward the knee.
- Keep uniform tension to prevent slippage during field movement.
- Tie off secured cotton tape neatly below the knee joint.
Puttees Specifications
Standard 9 ft length (275 cm) × 4 in width (10 cm). Made from 100% thick woven khaki wool cloth with heavy cotton tapes.
3. Helmet Shell & Liner Head Size Conversion Table
Historical steel helmets (German Stahlhelm M16/M35/M40/M42 and US M1917A1 Doughboy) use specific shell sizes fitted with internal leather/canvas liners.
| Helmet Type | Steel Shell Size | Liner Head Size (CM) | Hat Size (US) |
|---|---|---|---|
| M1917A1 Doughboy / Brodie | Standard One-Size Shell | 56 cm – 60 cm | 7 to 7-1/2 (Adjustable Webbing) |
| German Stahlhelm (Small Shell) | Shell Size 64 | 56 cm – 57 cm | 7 to 7-1/8 |
| German Stahlhelm (Medium Shell) | Shell Size 66 | 58 cm – 59 cm | 7-1/4 to 7-3/8 |
| German Stahlhelm (Large Shell) | Shell Size 68 | 60 cm – 61 cm | 7-1/2 to 7-5/8 |
4. Leather Waist Belts & Holster Fitment Chart
Military leather waist belts are worn over tunic cloth. Always measure your waist size over your tunic when selecting belt length.
95 cm Belt
Fits waist 32" – 35" (80 – 90 cm)
105 cm Belt
Fits waist 36" – 39" (90 – 100 cm)
115 cm Belt
Fits waist 40" – 43" (100 – 110 cm)
Need Custom Sizing or Bulk Wholesale Outfitting?
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