US Navy Corpsman,Op.Dewey Canyon(WIP)(new pics added)

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CorranJ

Discussion Starter · Aug 3, 2008 (Edited)

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Yep that's right,I did a Nam figure.After I received a DVD with a bunch of ref material.I am basing this bash off of a Osprey plate from the USMC Rifleman in Vietnam.I thught about going with a standard USMC type,but who does Corpsman?I DO!!!I still have to do the webbelt loadout and a bit of weathering.But I am almost hesitant after seeing how good this looks to me as it is.And I'm not sure if I should give him a M16A1 or just leave it for a future bash.
New pics.Not complete yet.I want to add a bandolier as well for additional supplies

And yes that is a TS M1 helmet,the first version!!!!!!!HAHAHAHAHAHA.

It sure was difficult fitting on the head too(insert sarcastic voice here)

And if anyone wants to give any advice on Nam loadout for a Corpsman's rear side,let me know please.

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Usmcrtop

· #2 · Aug 3, 2008

Mebbe give him a .45 and holster

markdrake

· #3 · Aug 3, 2008

Add a Butt Pack a pair of canteens and a K-Bar as well as the .45 pistol and I'd say it'd be top shelf!

DEIIP

· #4 · Aug 3, 2008

markdrake said:
Add a Butt Pack a pair of canteens and a K-Bar as well as the .45 pistol and I'd say it'd be top shelf!

Im not really a Nam Corpsman expert, but I'd say that Mark hit it on the spot. Maybe a rucksack to add along as well as an FIRST AID KIT. All in all, great work on your figure!!!

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irishjoe26

· #5 · Aug 3, 2008

sweet bash dude, nice use of the ERDLs as a late war marine, welcome to nam bashing corran, hope to see more of your work in this era.

CorranJ

Discussion Starter · #6 · Aug 3, 2008

With all the Nam TS releases coming out,how can I resist.

JokersWarPig

· #7 · Aug 3, 2008

He looks awesome!!
From the help I received on a medic/corpsman load out they did carried M16's but they were really dirty possibly even rusted. A .45 would bee good though (I have a DVD with a medic who said thats all he carried) a .45 ammo pouch, maybe 2-4 of the M1956 pouches, a DML nam med-kit and 2-3 canteens. I personally gave mine an M16 a KA-Bar and a buttpack

Argus

· #8 · Aug 3, 2008

That's a great idea. So far, so good!

rogerbee

· #9 · Aug 3, 2008

"GOOOOOOD MORNING VIETNAAAAM!"

He's looking good, I can't wait to see him when he's done. I too have some Nam stuff in the works.

"Time to rock it from the Delta to the DMZ.."

CHEERS!

saiko

· #10 · Aug 3, 2008

Great Corpsman, Aaron, even in WIP stage he looks pretty squared away for his grunts. :thumb

CorranJ

Discussion Starter · #11 · Aug 3, 2008

regarding the 56 pouches,would there be an H-harness as well under the flak vest?

grizzerr

· #12 · Aug 3, 2008

You're off to a great start Aaron. For sure an H harness to support his belt and pouches.

Tatuued1

· #13 · Aug 3, 2008

Does look really good Aaron, looking forward to the completion.

[email protected]

· #14 · Aug 3, 2008

Awesome job !!!

JokersWarPig

· #15 · Aug 3, 2008

CorranJ said:
regarding the 56 pouches,would there be an H-harness as well under the flak vest?

I put my figures H-Harnesses over the flak vests for the most part, but depending on the ammount of gear he has it can be done (Ive seen pictures with guys wearing there stuff like that)

Shaun1162

· #16 · Aug 3, 2008

Looks great! Personally, I would just attach the .45 holster to the flak vest, as I really like the look without a betl...However the belt would probably be needed for the canteens and other assorted things.

CorranJ

Discussion Starter · #17 · Aug 9, 2008

Made some belt kit.He seems a bit loaded down though.I may reduce the beltkit a bit and add a amo bandolier for added supplies.

Sir Eaton Flipflop

· #18 · Aug 9, 2008

Some great Vietnam bashes on the board of late. I really am amazed at the quality look of that gear. Great figure Aaron:thumb

mike45

· #19 · Aug 9, 2008

He is a beauty(Aussie Slang for real good) I have to agree with other crit's you need to give him some more canteens,from my research Medics/Corp men always carried more canteens than the average grunt.

Doktor Von Evil

· #20 · Aug 9, 2008

Welcome to the darkside!

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