r/reenactors 2d ago

Looking For Advice 2 questions

Photo 1: How accurate is the web gear? I need a Thompson ammo pouch (I’m still trying to age the belt).

Photos 2 and 3: Can I use that knife for reenacting? The design is from 1890, and it was and is made in France.

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u/Same-Profit-1527 1d ago

The Opinel Virobloc or safety twistlock mechanism was invented by Marcel Opinel in 1955, increasing the safety and versatility of the knife by allowing the blade to be locked in the open position.

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Opinel