Wanted: CWAC uniform

universalgrl · #1 25-01-13, 18:00

CFB Comox is having an airshow in August and I am looking for a CWAC uniform to fit me. I can provide measurements if any one has a uniform for sale.

Mike Kelly · #2 26-01-13, 07:58

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Originally Posted by universalgrl

CFB Comox is having an airshow in August and I am looking for a CWAC uniform to fit me. I can provide measurements if any one has a uniform for sale.

Don't be shy Roberta .. we all love you, no matter what size you are

universalgrl · #3 26-01-13, 17:32

Mike
I'm 5' 8" 148 lbs My measurements are B 38b, W 32, H 38, with shoulder lenght red hair. I have a fondness for high heels, big band swing music, pinup fashions, high powered weapons, high explosives, and of course my MK I universal carrier.
And if you're very good in the spring I may post a picture of me in front of my carrier of me in my favourite black cherry bathingsuit and matching 6 inch heels.
I also have a wonderful recipie for stuffed crow with cranberry dressing I can send you.

charlie fitton · #4 28-01-13, 15:24

(can't wait for the photo...)

Bruce Parker (RIP) · #5 29-01-13, 01:08

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Originally Posted by universalgrl

Mike
I'm 5' 8" 148 lbs My measurements are B 38b, W 32, H 38, with shoulder lenght red hair. I have a fondness for high heels, big band swing music, pinup fashions, high powered weapons, high explosives, and of course my MK I universal carrier.
And if you're very good in the spring I may post a picture of me in front of my carrier of me in my favourite black cherry bathingsuit and matching 6 inch heels.
I also have a wonderful recipie for stuffed crow with cranberry dressing I can send you.

You just made 197 grown men faint. They got up again shortly thereafter with great big smiles but, no matter, the deed was done.

Richard Farrant · #6 29-01-13, 01:18

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Originally Posted by universalgrl

Mike
I also have a wonderful recipie for stuffed crow with cranberry dressing I can send you.

I am a bit intrigued about the stuffed crow recipe, Mike, I thought you were from Vic. not SA

Johnny Canuck · #7 31-01-13, 02:45

Hello Roberta

Found this OR Blouse on Ebay.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1945-dated...item337f7ed5c3

Geoff

PS and skirt.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CWAC-Offic...item589b6db469

Phil Waterman · #8 31-01-13, 04:02

Hi John

Good hunting, some times I think E-pay may be eval at times but you got to love it. If you can figure out how to word the search and your willing to wait sometimes years you will find most everything come up.

Cheers Phil

Johnny Canuck · #9 01-02-13, 02:32

CWAC Greatcoat.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Original-W...item4d090b8f47

Who's John?

Geoff

PS Cap not sure but the wide brim.............

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/WWII-CANAD...item5aed9f9a9e

An advertisement

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1943-WW2-A...item2a20b3a314

CWAC shoulder title

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BADGE-SHOU...item4604b7552f

universalgrl · #10 01-02-13, 04:35

So far have collected 1 hat very small, 1 set shoulder titles, 1 set collar dogs brass, 2 hat badges, 1 set nylons C broad arrow marked, 1 summer dress, and a pay book named to a cwac.
I still need a hat to fit, a tunic, shoes and a purse.
And I am watcing the items on epay thanks guys.

Mike Kelly · #11 01-02-13, 09:13

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Originally Posted by Richard Farrant

I am a bit intrigued about the stuffed crow recipe, Mike, I thought you were from Vic. not SA

You are correct Richard

I don't eat crows but those uncultured South Australians have been known to

universalgrl · #12 01-02-13, 16:41

They probablely drink fosters and have a fondness for sheep (there never be another ewe)

Hans Mulder · #13 01-02-13, 23:02

Good luck with the purse. One went on ebay a few years ago for close to $200.

I have three hats, all small, so that may be a challenge too.

I'd try some of the US WAC re-enactment groups for the shoes and gloves.

The tunics come up on eBay fairly regular, so good luck.

guyvapeur · #14 02-02-13, 00:02

I have looked at Google images for the CWAC purse. They appear to be a very simple piece of kit. Originals may be hard to find.... and as noted they might be expensive. Post a pic of the purse you have in mind. Some seem to have a leather patch on the bottom, while others appear to be a tan canvas with brown leather tubing..... I have been known to dabble with sewing machines and canvas and I like challenges. I especially like being able to assist somebody in reminding us all of the sacrifices so many young men and women made. I might be able to put one together. Drop me a line.
PS: I have had to eat a lot of crow in my time, so please do not send the recipe.

Guy

Casey B · #15 02-02-13, 03:11

Try going to a museum say pat bay? and they may have one that you could borrow...? on loan then buy the material and have one made...A lot cheaper and it will be more wearable as well. the unis didn't change much for the ladies from WWII to the 50's...Colours maybe. Coat will be wool same issue as a mans and was tailored.
You'll need the shirt and tie as well.Good luck and if i see anything here in vancouver area i shall let you know...We have the historical arms society that has a few uni collectors.. I'll ask geoge to check it out and post here again... Good luck...

Oh BTW it was the carrier that made me faint LOL! and crow tastes just fine when the spousal unit is looking over your shoulder! LOL
Casey

Ed Storey · #16 02-02-13, 05:03

Try this site if you want to see what WWII CWAC material looks like.

www.mpmuseum.org/index3.html

r.morrison · #17 02-02-13, 08:59

Roberta......get a hold of Ian Newby at International Movie Services in Alder grove B.C. and he might be able to RENT you one for the occasion. I don't think he'll sell you one, but sometimes renting might be your only option. You can google the company and get all the details. Good luck.....Robert

universalgrl · #18 03-02-13, 22:00

I found several pictures of the cwac purse and shoes. I am going to hit every consinement shop antique shop and used clothing store between here and victoria.
The images are from the MP museum My applogies Ed
http://www.mpmuseum.org/index3.html

Ed Storey · #19 04-02-13, 03:12

If you are going to repost images from another site, at least give some credit to the site from which you pulled the images.

The_Stainless_Steel_Rat · #20 04-02-13, 09:17

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Originally Posted by Bruce Parker

You just made 197 grown men faint. They got up again shortly thereafter with great big smiles but, no matter, the deed was done.

But really I'm feeling much better now...

charlie fitton · #21 04-02-13, 15:33

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Originally Posted by universalgrl

They probablely drink fosters and have a fondness for sheep (there never be another ewe)

"Hey McLeod - get off of my ewe"