Does anyone have any experience with "WWII Impressions?"

• Jan 21, 2010

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The Good

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Does anyone have any experience with "WWII Impressions?" If so, what is their quality?

http://www.wwiiimpressions.com/

I would appreciate feedback, due to the fact that I am considering them when making a purchase of an authentic World War II leather jacket, shirt, trousers, or boots made to mil-specs.

 

• Jan 21, 2010

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thecardigankid

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I have ordered several several items from WWII Impressions and their attention to detail is astounding! I have mostly purchased Marine items from them, all of their Marine items are patterns taken off of originals loaned to them by the Marine Corps Museum in Quantico. I havent ordered any Army items from them but if their other items are the same in quality as their Marine items then they are the way to go.

Now like all businesses they do have their downsides and I find their downside is in how quickly or efficiently they answer any questions you may have. Alot of times it is employees answering the questions but if their answers dont satisfy you ask to speak to Juan (the owner) and ask him directly!

Top notch, all the way!

 

• Jan 25, 2010

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cmjordan77

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I have dealt with JUAN on MANY occasions. He is EXCELLENT to deal with.
If you ever have any issues, he will accept returns and makes anything correct.
That being said, I LOVE his items, but I have to say his M-41 field jacket is not as "spot on" as I like. If you are looking for a SPOT ON repro, buy from AT THE FRONT. His are SPOT ON (close enough), color, weight, wool lining, talon zipper and PRICE.

He put his M-41's on sale from $125, down to $75. That is a DEAL!
I bought 2.

Juans (wwII Impressions) Tanker jacket is excellent, and so are his Low quarter boots.

I am about to buy a TANKER Jacket from AT THE FRONT. Juan is great.

But he does not have any REPRO M43 PILE LINERS, or 2nd Series WW2 HBT Trousers & Tops. AT THE FRONT Does.

I love them both, but I have to say, At The Front has really surprised me and is almost topping the chart for repro dealers in my opinion.

THanks

 

• Jan 25, 2010

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cco23i

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I had some issues on an item I waited almost 2 years for then was told I was to pay the "new" price as the materials went up in price.

Scott

 

• Jan 26, 2010

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DutchIndo

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He's a Great Guy ! Known him for about 20 yrs. Some of his gear is pricey but he's stands behind whay he's sell. Order with confidence .

 

• Jan 26, 2010

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cco23i

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DutchIndo said:

He's a Great Guy ! Known him for about 20 yrs. Some of his gear is pricey but he's stands behind whay he's sell. Order with confidence .

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I am just informing someone of what happened to me. I met Juan in 87 at a reenactment in California and had no problem with him. If I had someone order a product and we waited a while for it as we had problem with suppliers and there was a price increase from my supplier, I would not raise my price on an existing order that was made BEFORE the price increase.

Scott

 

• Jan 26, 2010

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DutchIndo

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cco23i said:

I am just informing someone of what happened to me. I met Juan in 87 at a reenactment in California and had no problem with him. If I had someone order a product and we waited a while for it as we had problem with suppliers and there was a price increase from my supplier, I would not raise my price on an existing order that was made BEFORE the price increase.

Scott

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Sorry Sir no disrespect point well taken. I'll rough him up next time I see him ! That will probably be at Ft Mac. at one of their functions.

 

• Jan 27, 2010

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I was interested in their cap toe service shoe, but it appears that the edges are not dyed, so if I decide to get a pair it will probally be from at the front.

 

• Jan 27, 2010

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These are to boots in question.

 

• Jan 27, 2010

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cco23i

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I've got a pair of ATF's and WPG I like them both. I know that WPG's is a thicker leather. On some companies they won't dye the edges but after polishing them they are good and sealed and look good.

Scott