steph1960 Posted March 28, 2017 Share Posted March 28, 2017 I am restoring a Triumph 3HW in desert trim and would like to have the relevant attire (as near as possible) that a typical rider would have worn at the time, does anybody know what this might have been please? Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ww2rupert Posted April 4, 2017 Share Posted April 4, 2017 I am restoring a Triumph 3HW in desert trim and would like to have the relevant attire (as near as possible) that a typical rider would have worn at the time, does anybody know what this might have been please? Steve Hello From pics I've seen, KD (karki drill) shorts, shirt ammo boots, web anklets and hose tops (sock with no feet) but you could also get away with anything for in the desert from battle dress, long KD trousers, KD shirt, sweaters, leather jerkins, greatcoats, Tommy helmets, goggles, gauntlets, anti gas goggles (Rommel wore British tinted ones) side cap, mixture of BD & KD! Best bet is to look at some period photos and go for the look you like the best! Hope this helps? Colin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steph1960 Posted April 5, 2017 Author Share Posted April 5, 2017 HelloFrom pics I've seen, KD (karki drill) shorts, shirt ammo boots, web anklets and hose tops (sock with no feet) but you could also get away with anything for in the desert from battle dress, long KD trousers, KD shirt, sweaters, leather jerkins, greatcoats, Tommy helmets, goggles, gauntlets, anti gas goggles (Rommel wore British tinted ones) side cap, mixture of BD & KD! Best bet is to look at some period photos and go for the look you like the best! Hope this helps? Colin Thanks Colin I had seen some photos on the internet but was unsure of the colour, pictures are few and far between and in black and white. I think the shorts might be a bit underdressed for motorcycling but in camp on a hot summers day would be a relief. I will compile something from your list, thanks. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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