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2gjr100
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Hello, I am on a desparate quest to find original or something that is close to the style of climbing rope used in Europe, primarily by Austrian or German Mountain troops, during WWII. I am a living historian who portrays a WWII German Gebirgsjäger. I need to find period style rope for displays and education purposes. All I know about this particular style of rope is that it's 1/2" diameter, made from natural fibers and has a rather smooth texture (not coarse like hemp rope). Can anyone help me with my quest? Your help would be much appreciated. Sincerely, Tom :shock:
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cliffhanger9
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Mar 8, 2005, 5:43 PM
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=27294&item=5944099765&rd=1&ssPageName=WD1V
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2gjr100
Mar 9, 2005, 1:28 AM
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Thanks for the help, but that was too easy. That is toy rope was for 12 inch WWII Dragon figures. It's a pretty good likeness though, but I need the real thing. My quest continues. Tom :(
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pieter
Mar 9, 2005, 2:26 PM
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http://www.grivel.com/News.asp?PageIndex=11&Testo=&giorno=&giorno1=&mese=&mese1=&anno=&anno1=& In the article about the Eiger they use some original rope.
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brianinslc
Mar 9, 2005, 3:07 PM
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In reply to: I am on a desparate quest to find original or something that is close to the style of climbing rope used in Europe, primarily by Austrian or German Mountain troops, during WWII. I am a living historian who portrays a WWII German Gebirgsjäger. I need to find period style rope for displays and education purposes. All I know about this particular style of rope is that it's 1/2" diameter, made from natural fibers and has a rather smooth texture (not coarse like hemp rope). You might try emailing directly some of the ebay sellers from Switzerland who sell the old, 40's vintage, Swiss army ice axes. They have ropes that sound pretty similar to what you are seeking, although, they don't seem that "smooth". Good luck! -Brian in SLC
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