Federal Infantry Equipment
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Enlisted Clothing & Equipment
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- Waist Belts and Plates
- Cap Pouches
- Cartridge Box
- Bayonet Scabbards
- Foot wear
- Haversacks
- Knapsacks
- Muskets and slings
- Blankets and Accessories
- Uniforms
- Cap and Hats
- Trousers
Federal Waist Belts
Please follow this link to find out how to put a plate on a belt.
1839 Belts
All Belts Are Hand Made Here In Our Leather Shop The 1839 belt issued to the infantry was a 1.5 inch wide belt with a loop on one end, this belt uses the small US belt plate. In 1851 the width of the waist belt was increased to 1.9" wide, this belt uses the larger plate. This belt can be made in either in white buff or the white buff dyed black or waxed and black bridle leather. Civil War photographs show evidence of the 1.9" wide belt was used by Federal troops during the war.(Order Buckle Separately)
Follow this link to see an original looped belt. Please note how small the loop is.
#270 White Buff Belt (Narrow) $69.00
Uses #296 small US belt plate (order separately).These belts are made with period loops. The loop is not large enough for the buckle to pass through.
If you wish to have a larger loop on your belt you will need to specify when ordering. The larger loop is not period.
#271 White Buff Belt (1.9" wide) $69.00
Uses #298 Large US belt plate (order separately)The loop on this belt is made (very tight) as original. It is difficult to fit the buckle through. If you wish to have the loop loose specify so when ordering.
These belts are made with period loops. The loop is not large enough for the buckle to pass through.
If you wish to have a larger loop on your belt you will need to specify when ordering. The larger loop is not period.
#270A Black Bridle Leather Belt (Narrow) $42.00
Uses #296 small US belt plate.These belts are made with period loops. The loop is not large enough for the buckle to pass through.
If you wish to have a larger loop on your belt you will need to specify when ordering. The larger loop is not period.
"Waxed" leather was allowed for use on
Waist belts and Cartridge box belts on December 4, 1857 due to the shortage of
"buff leather".
#271ABWX Black Waxed Leather Belt (1.9" wide) $42.00
Uses #298 Large US belt plate.
These belts are made with period loops. The loop is not large enough for the buckle to pass through.
If you wish to have a larger loop on your belt you will need to specify when ordering. The larger loop is not period.
Sept 1862 the change was made for all belts and cartridge box belts to be made of bridle leather.
#271A Black Bridle Leather Belt (1.9" wide) $42.00
These belts are made with period loops. The loop is not large enough for the buckle to pass through.
If you wish to have a larger loop on your belt you will need to specify when ordering. The larger loop is not period.
#273 US Enlisted Waist Belt $40.00
This belt appeared toward the latter part of 1863, when loop was replaced by a brass clip. Uses the #298 large US plate. These belts are made in bridle leather unless on special request the buff dyed black may be ordered. Please see note below on the buff dyed black. Add $15.00 for blackened buff.
Please note that the buff dyed black waist
belts with the clip were made after July 4, 1864. This was done by special
permission from the Ordnance Dept. These belts will come with both makers
and inspectors marks.
Uses the #298 large US
plate. (Order Buckle Separately)
#274 1851 Pattern Waist Belt (NCO) $85.00
This belt can be made in either Black Buff, Waxed, or bridle leather. The plate supplied is the cast Eagle plate with the applied silver wreath. You will receive bridle leather unless otherwise specified.(Buckle is provided with this belt - Provide Waist Measurement when ordering.)
There is an $16.00 extra charge for blackened buff. These are dyed and finished as was done originally. The blacking will come off and it will turn to a dark brown over time.
Available With early plate upon request. When ordering please state that you want the 1851 early NCO plate.
There is a $15.00 extra charge for the early plate.
The description for the new plate can be found in the 1851 Regulations as follows:
90. For all officers and enlisted men--gilt, rectangular, two inches wide, with a raised bright rim; a silver wreath of laurel encircling the "Arms of the United States;" eagle, shield, scroll, and rays bright. The motto "E Pluribus Unum."
This style plate was used up until the pattern change in 1861, when the height of the plate was changed and the upper parts of the wreath were dropped.
Belt and Accoutrement Plates
Please follow this link to find out how to put a plate on a belt.
Federal Belt and Accoutrement Plates
LEAD BACK
Due to increased prices on the material to fill the plates we have had to increase the price on the finished buckles. September, 10 2007
| #296 | US Oval Belt Plate M1839 (Small) (1 9/16" X 2 1/2") | $14.50 |
| #297 | US Oval Box Plate M1839 (Small) (1 9/16" X 2 1/2") | $14.50 |
| #298 | US Oval Belt Plate (CW Use) (2 3/16" X 3 7/16") | $12.75 |
| #299 | US Oval Box Plate (CW Use) (2 3/16" X 3 7/16") | $12.75 |
| #300 | US Round Eagle Sling Plate (CW Use) | $12.75 |
| #SPB138 | US Early Waist Belt Plate with Puppy Foot back (2 1/4" X 3 1/2") We have taken the early box plate shell and drawn it deeper to make the correct large pre-war waist belt plate. | $17.50 |
| #SPB139 | Allegheny Arsenal Produced Waist Belt Plate (Pre-war style with Arrow Back) (2 3/16" X 3 7/16") | $12.75 |
| #BXP299 | Early "US" Box Plate (2 5/16" X 3 1/2") | $12.75 |
#PF298 The Puppy Foot Plate (Lead Back) $15.50 (2 3/16" X 3 7/16")
This plate has two studs as seen in the photo. This style of plate began showing up in the late 1840's and was used until late 1862 when the arrow style of back came into use.We make these in the early style which the feet are under the "S", if you want the later style state that you want the feet under the "U".
#301BP Stamped Brass Belt Plates or Box Plates (Lead Back) $20.00
Available: Ohio Volunteer Militia "OVM", and "SNY".
Federal Cap Pouches
During the Mexican War caps were carried in the right hand jacket pocket. Problems with this method of carriage caused the first cap boxes to be produced. Cap pouches were made for each regiment, so designs and styles varied. Each Cap Pouch Is Provided With A Nipple Pick (cone pick).
Please note the hand stitching done in linen thread and the careful finishing job done on these goods. This fine hand craftsmanship is done by American workers here in our workshops.
We are the manufacturer and may not have all items in stock.
Other information links of interest.
Leather Preservation Please follow this link for more information on the care and feed of leather.
All "smoothout" leather (bridle) items (black and russet) are finished with period stains or dyes applied using period techniques. This has all come out of my extensive research on the 19th century tanning industry. The leather also has built in mold and mildew resistance in these period finishes. To see pictures of the dyeing process in action please follow the link below.
To see more pictures how they dyed leather during the 19th century.
We use 1860's period techniques to dye leather. An entire side is dyed at once and allowed three days to fully set up. The drying process makes the finish water resistant as called for by the Ordnance Dept.
Following period methods has made it difficult to stock leather items so there may be a delay in getting your leather goods.
This way of finishing can cause the dyed surface to turn white in cold weather. This is a common problem in period leather as well. This white can be cleared with an application of white vinegar.
This is all done in order to give you, the consumer the closest copy of the original items as possible.
#240 1845 Cap Pouch $97.95
(Completely Hand Sewn)
The 1845 cap box is thought to be the first cap box the US army adopted.
#EW242 (Early War) 1850 Cap Pouch $97.75
(Completely Hand Sewn)
Until May 5, 1861 cap boxes were produced by the Watervliet Arsenal and added
to the set being delivered by the contractors. The order went out for the contractors
to now make the cap box as a part of the sets. The early 1850 cap box we are
reproducing is from several in our collection. This cap box has no rivets in the back
straps and the front flap does not cover the entire pocket and the stitch that holds the
sheep skin does not go through the back of the cap box. We only make these cap
boxes in two ways, with a small US stamp in the outer flap, and marked with H.A. Dingee
or Gaylord makers stamp. (Specify)
This cap box is offered in hand sewn version only.
#PW241 US Shield Front Cap Pouch $97.95
(Allegheny Arsenal-Prewar Pattern)
This cap pouch was made by the Allegheny Arsenal and is a pre-war pattern made with longer back straps to fit the riflemans belt. No rivets in the back straps.(Completely Hand Sewn)
#PW241S US Shield Front Cap Pouch (Contractor produced- J.B. Sickles) $97.95
This is a copy of the early cap pouches made at Allegheny Arsenal. This one will fit on the rifleman's belt. It has the long loops without rivets.
(Completely Hand Sewn)
#C241 Crossman Contract Shield-Front Cap Pouch $97.95
This cap pouch is a copy of the pre-war Allegheny pattern as can be seen the the photos below. Although Crossman is not listed as having contracts in the early part of the war this style of pouch was not produced after the end of 1862.
#HS241 US Shield-Front Cap Pouch $97.95
(Early War) (Contract)
(Completely Hand Sewn)
The shield front cap box began in production in the 1850's. If contractors got their samples from Allegheny Arsenal it would be this shield front pattern. This cap pouch has shorter back straps to fit the enlisted belt. Allegheny Arsenal included the shield front style until late 1862.
#HS242 1850 cap box (Mid War) Cap Pouch $97.95
(Completely Hand Sewn)This cap box has the rivets added in the back straps and the flap has been lengthened to cover the entire pocket. The stitch that holds in the sheep skin is now sewn through the back of the cap box. This box is available in all the different maker names we have. (Specify)
Federal Cartridge Boxes
If you request a special maker mark and what we have in stock or the boxes we are currently working on have already been marked you will have to wait until the next run of that particular box is started.
Cartridge Box Tins are Provided
* Double Cartridge Box Tins have a divider in the top of each tin which hold 10 loose cartridges and a space in the lower half for a complete package of ten cartridges.
**Single Cartridge Box Tin has three compartments in the top and two in the bottom
To Purchase Tins Separately: These will fit original cartridge boxes or cartridge boxes made by our company. They may not fit another reproduction box.
These are not imported tins but made here in our shops.
#4001E Double Tins (Specify .58 or .69 cal )
$28.95
Please specify which type of tins you are wanting when placing the order.
Pattern of 1839 Musket tins .69 cal
Pattern of 1857 .69 Elongated ball
Pattern of 1857 .58 Elongated ball
#4002E Single Tins
$30.95
Please note that we only stock the .69 round ball and the 1839/1841 rifle tins and the .58 elongated singles are a special order and these may take up to 8 weeks to get made for you.
1839 Pattern
#202 The Pattern of 1841 Cartridge Box $198.50
The pattern 1841 cartridge box is a rifle or carbine box. First produced in 1839 without the implement pocket. In 1841 the implement pocket was added because of changes made in the Hall Carbine. (Ours is provided with the implement pocket) This box is designed for belt carriage only. The #297 small US Box Plate is used with this box. Used by dragoon and rifle regiments. Includes a **single tin.
(Order Belt Separately)
This box is completely Hand Sewn
# 203 The pattern of 1839 Musket Cartridge Box $198.50
( a.k.a. 1842 Box ) ( .69 cal)
This box was produced as a replacement for the aging 1828 musket box (the 1808 with an embossed Eagle on the flap). This box is designed for sling carriage. Regulations state that it should carry 40 rounds of round ball or buck and ball ammunition. This box is provided with an implement pocket. The #299 US box plate is used for this box. *Double tins are included.
(Order Sling Separately)
This box is completely Hand Sewn
1857 Pattern Cartridge Box
In 1857 the army made two major changes in
the cartridge boxes:
1. The introduction of two new cartridge boxes: One for the new 58
caliber musket and a second for the rifled 1842 muskets .69 caliber minie
(elongated ball).
2. All cartridge boxes were to be made for belt or sling
carriage.
(Backstraps for both belt and sling) This box comes with an implement
pocket.
*Double tins are included. It uses the #BXP299 Large US Box Plate.
(Order Belt or Sling Separately)
#20457 1857 Cartridge Box .58 Caliber
$238.00
(Used for 1855 Rifled Musket) This box is completely Hand Sewn
#20557 1857 Cartridge Box .69 Caliber minie $238.00
(elongated ball) (Used for 1842 Rifled Musket) This box is completely Hand
Sewn
1861 Pattern Cartridge Box
Be sure to Specify Maker Marks if you have a preference.
These boxes are made up sometimes with no makers marks to make the box before July 17, 1862, the Senate passed a resolution requiring "Maker Marks" on all items contractors produced.
This version was produced from January 1, 1862when the first contract for the
new pattern was let until March 26, 1864, when the new pattern super seceded it. Many different makers
for both state and federal contracts produced this box after the war broke out. Pattern of 1861cartridge box is as
the 1857 pattern box with the addition of rivets in the backstraps on both the .58 cal. and the .69 cal. versions. The
back straps are 1 1/8 inch wide with rivets and stitching. The bottom buckles
are sewn on with two rows of stitching. Inspector marks were not present on the
1861 pattern. This box comes with an implement pocket. Includes * double tins.
The #299 Large US Box Plate is used with this box.
This box is completely Hand Sewn (Order Belt or Sling Separately)
#205E 1861 Pattern Cartridge Box (a.k.a. 1855 .69 cal.
EarlyWar) $198.50
#204E 1861 Pattern Cartridge Box ( A.K.A. 1855 .58 cal. Early War) $198.50
#204CS 1861 Pattern $165.50
#204SP C. S. Storms Contract Cartridge Box (As #204E with Storms Maker Marks) $198.50
This box pictured above is part of the spare parts contract of late 1863. These boxes were made up to complete the missing cartridge boxes of the reconditioned set of equipment turn in from troops in the field. The Reconditioned set were then issued to second line troops.
#WMFG204E Western Manufactured Unmarked 1861 Pattern Box (.58 cal) $211.95
Made same as 1861 pattern but has no maker. On July 17, 1862, the Senate passed a resolution requiring "Maker Marks" on all items contractors produced. This box, like the Sickles contracts uses the narrower back straps normally found on the 1864 patterns. The pocket body is make of waxed leather. After viewing an original box made by E.A. Corbet, the similarities in construction between the two boxes was strikingly similar. Corbet is not listed as haveing a contract until November 1, 1862, this date is after the Senate passed the resolution for marker to mark the goods. Could this be a earlier contract that has so far failed to be recorded in American Military Goods Dealers and Makers, or just made by another maker. No matter I believe that this box was made in or around St Louis.
#204Moores Moores contract Pattern of 1861 Cartridge box (.58 cal) $198.50
This box has many of the western manufacturing difference. The closer tab is a waxed leather and it uses a non standard set of buckles. The most notable feature of the Moores box is the cuts for the horizontal straps are almost vertical instead of angled as most other makers.
#210 Pattern
of 1861 Round Ball Musket Cartridge Box $198.50
(a.k.a. 1842 with belt or sling suspension) (.69 cal Round Ball)
The pattern of 1839 round ball musket box was made after the pattern of 1861 changes which shows sewn and riveted backstraps. This means this box can be carried both on a belt or a sling. It was designed to carry 40 rounds of round ball or buck and ball ammunition. This box comes with an implement pocket. The '61 box is slightly taller than the earlier '39 version. The #BXP299 US box plate is used for this box. *Double tins are included.
(Order Sling Separately)
This box is completely Hand Sewn
#211 The 1862 Sharps Rifle Cartridge Box $224.95
(Used by Berdan Sharpshooters)
Berdan's Sharpshooters of 1862 issued this Infantry style cartridge box.
Designed for belt carriage. This box uses double tins designed for a wooden
block to fit into the top and bottom. The four wooden blocks were drilled
with 10 holes each.
The blocks were to hold the fragile sharps cartridges. We supply the tins
but we are unable to produce the wooden blocks. The #297 small
"US" box plate appears to have been used with this box. Wooden
blocks are NOT included.
(Order Belt Separately)
This box is completely Hand Sewn
To see picture of the original wooden blocks click here
#204M March 1864 Pattern Cartridge Box (a.k.a. 1855 .58 cal MidWar) $198.50
In 1864 the Ordnance Department ordered improvements to the pattern of 1861
cartridge box. The changes made in these boxes were made due to the strains of
heavy campaigning over the first three years of the Civil War. The changes
included narrowing of the back straps to 7/8" to be riveted and sewn. Rivets
were to be added to the bottom buckles and the stitch changed from a straight
stitch to a new crescent stitch. A rivet was added to the closure tap on the
front flap. This version was produced until the pattern of July 4, 1864.
Inspector marks were not present. This box comes with an implement pocket.
Includes *double tins. The #299 Large US Box Plate is used.
(Order Belt or Sling Separately)
Cartridge Box Belts (a.k.a. Cartridge Box Slings)
Some are selling what they call "real" buff that is a yellowish color that is very soft and spongy, but according to the Ordnance dept. of the time the leather should be of a firm consistency, and should not be Spongy. Our buff leather is specially tanned for us and very closely matches what the original buff leather was like.
U.S. Army Regulations call for a belt (Sling) to be 2 1/4" wide and 64"
in length.
You can order these slings in several types of leathers and finishes.
Longer sling lengths are available upon request. The longer sling will be
72" in length. (Note: this is not correct according to Regulations but we
know some of the taller and larger guys need a little extra length.)
Buff - is not a vegetable tanned leather. It has a loose fiber structure with grain side removed by the tanning process. This type of leather is ruff on both sides of the leather. For more information on buff check out the leather definitions.
#261 White Buff Cartridge Box Sling
$79.50 Slings are 64" long unless otherwise
requested
#261B Buff dyed black sling that matches the 1851 regulation change $113.95 Slings are 64" long unless otherwise requested These are dyed and finished as was done originally. The blacking will come off and it will turn to a dark brown over time.
These are dyed using the period iron mordents
Vegetable Tanned Leather - Waxed or Bridle
"Waxed" leather was allowed for use on Waist belts and Cartridge box belts on December 4, 1857 due to the shortage of "buff leather".
#260 Waxed Leather (Black)
$48.50 Slings are 64" long unless
otherwise requested
(Rough side is turned out and finished black)
Sept 1862 the change was made for all belts and cartridge box belts to be made of bridle leather.
#HR260 Bridle Leather (Black)
$48.50 Slings are 64" long unless otherwise requested
(Smooth side is turned out and finished black)
Bayonet Scabbards
#241151 The Pattern of 1851 US Waist Belt Scabbard, sewn frog (No Rivets) (Blackened Buff Frog) $110.00
#HS241151 The Pattern of 1851 US Waist Belt Scabbard, sewn frog (No Rivets) (Blackened Buff Frog) (fully hand sewn scabbard) $160.00
This scabbard is exactly as the pattern 1840 above. The only difference is
the frog is made of blackened buff instead of white buff.
These scabbards are made up to fit original bayonets or
Italian Mfg 1842 bayonet, if you are using this for a different please specify when
ordering.
#245 Pattern of 1859 scabbard US Waist Belt Scabbard $85.00
#HS245 Pattern of 1859 scabbard US Waist Belt Scabbard (fully hand sewn scabbard) $135.50
This style belt scabbard made it's appearance on the scene 1859. Similar in construction and appearance as the #2411 but having two copper rivets as well as stitching to secure the scabbard to the frog. Original examples can be found with black bridle leather or rough out leather frogs. These scabbards remained in service until they began being replaced with the seven and eight rivet designs sometime after final approval for the pattern change was issued on February 25, 1863. This doesn't mean that the two rivet disappeared immediately after this date, they are seen in photographs through the end of the war. *As a side note many original scabbards of this type are found with Enfield socket bayonets whether made for them originally or being shaped to them through use.
This scabbard is any excellent choice for those wanting a piece of equipment that can be used from start to finish of the Civil War period. These scabbards can be ordered with rough out or bridle leather frogs. These can be ordered with appropriate manufacturer's markings however we do not make them with inspectors marks.
(Specify if you are using the 1842, 1855 Springfield, or P53 Enfield bayonet)
#248 Pattern of February 1863 US Waist Belt Scabbard (Seven Rivet Frog) $75.00
#HS248 Pattern of February 1863 US Waist Belt Scabbard (Seven Rivet Frog) (fully hand sewn scabbard) $135.00
These are an excellent choice for a late war impression only. These scabbards can be ordered bridle
or blackened buff leather frogs. (Specify if you are using the 1842 , 1855 Springfield or P53 Enfield bayonet)
Note: The blackened buff frog specification will
be provided with the Gaylord maker mark.
#HSENF0248 Hand Sewn (British) Bayonet Scabbard (Without Frog) for P53 Enfield Rifled Musket (Black Only) $130.00
These are not imported scabbard but are made here in the US.
This scabbard is for the British Pattern 1853 Rifled Musket.
This style scabbard was used heavily by the confederates. The Federal use of this scabbard is very limited, such as the 44th Mass, which was issued equipment from a captured blockade runner.
Our reproduction of this scabbard is for use with the #ENF2601 frog. The brass throat and finial are exacting replications of the original in our collection. This scabbard can be made for either reproduction or original bayonets, please indicate which you are using.
Bayonets
Bayonets are imported items; therefore, we have no control of production;. Some fitting to the musket barrel may be required. You will need to do your own fitting. We offer this service at an hourly rate only.
#7032 Springfield Bayonet (Musket Models 1855-1864) Scabbard not included $47.50
#7033 Enfield Bayonet Scabbard not included $47.50
#AS5052 1842 Bayonet (Italian Mfg) $175.00
1842 Bayonet
Bayonet Scabbard Frogs
#ENF2601 (British Pattern) Bayonet Frog for P53 Enfield (Black Only) (Hand Sewn) $40.00
Intended for use with the P53 Enfield musket this frog does not
have the buckle arrangement per British usage.
#2602 Bayonet Frog for Enfield Sword Bayonet (Black Only) (Hand Sewn) $42.00
This frog is intended for use with the Enfield sword bayonet and comes with the buckle and strap arrangement.
Early Pattern Sword Bayonet Frog
#2606 Early Sword Bayonet Frog (to fit the Mississippi rifle and the 1855 rifle)
This is the early production style frog used for carrying the newly adopted sword bayonet for the Mississippi rifle and the 1855 rifle. This style of frog is often confused as being for the naval cutlass. Look for additional information on this frog in Paul Johnson’s (author of “Civil War Cartridge Boxes”) upcoming book on bayonet scabbards. These frogs were made in three types of material, blackened buff, waxed, and bridle leather. The frog will be made in the style for the Mississippi bayonet unless otherwise specified. . . . . . . . . . . $50.00 (add $18.00 for blackened buff)
(The frog pictured is made of bridle leather.)
OPTIONS: Blackened Buff, Waxed Leather, Or Bridle Leather
When Ordering Specify Mississippi Rifle or 1855 Rifle
Bootees and Brogans
In 1851 the army changed the standard shoe from a taller shoe to the shorter bootee that was issued until the Indian War pattern supersedes them. The pattern of 1851 bootees first issued was a sewn sole shoe with 4 holes in each side of the quarter and 2 holes in the vamp. When the great need of shoes for all the volunteers in the begging of the civil war the army and states began to purchase the pegged bootee but these purchased at a lower price. Pegging was away of attaching the sole with little wooden sticks called pegs.
These shoes were made on the new style of having right and left pattern lasts. Although wartime production shows that straight lasts (no right or left) were purchased and issued to the troops in the field. The last is the form on which the shoe is formed and is what determines the size of the shoe. The men's shoes of the time were made from rough (flesh) out leather that was blackened and finished and is also called black on the flesh. Information from an 1860's book lists that if the leather was finished on the smooth side (grain) it was for women's shoes. There was not a dress brogan. This is a reenactorism and no basis in history. The shiny shoes seen in the pictures are those that have been polished, and this makes better sense since a scratch in the rough side can be repaired to the point it cannot be seen. On the other hand a scratch on the smooth side (grain) cannot be repaired and will always be present.
These are period definitions of bootee and brogan.
Bootee: A boot without a top, or a shoe made like a boot without a leg. I have also seen it defined as a not a tall as a boot but taller than shoe. More or Less it is a shoe that comes above the ankle. The total of both sewn and pegged bootees purchased by the Quartermaster dept. was 8,281,636, and this does not include state contracts.
Brogans: the word is used in the United States, to distinguish a heavy, coarse shoe, between a boot and a shoe. As you will see these are a coarse shoe and brogans are noted when purchased noting the different type of shoe. The amount of these purchased by the Quartermaster dept. was 155,580. As you will see the number was way down from either style of the bootee, showing difference between qualities of the two types of footwear
Clout-Nails: short nails with large heads for the soles of strong shoes. Also called hob nails.
We have handcrafted shoes in our work shops here at C & D Jarnagin for over 30 years. Our shoes are hand made of oak tanned American leather. Our shoes are made by time proven patterns and sewn with linen thread. Our footwear has delivered countless miles of satisfactory service. Judging from the shoes received by our repair service, nothing holds up like our shoes.
Leather
Preservation Please follow this link for more information on the care and
feed of leather.
We do re-sole brogans that only manufactured by our company. We can not always tell if the shoes can be repaired until after we examine them. Please include a phone number and e-mail address so that we can contact you if there is a problem or they can not be re-soled. The general wait time is 4 to 6 weeks including shipping time to and from.
#RSB100 Resoleing Brogans $80.50
Call or contact us for information about repairing your old brogans. Please allow at least 4 weeks to get them resoled. Please include a phone number and e-mail address, if you have one, in order for us to contact you if there are any problems with the shoe you sent in.
Clean up -If you send your shoes in dirty. $9.00
Hand Stitch Upper -If any of the stitches on the upper are torn loose. $11.00
#111 Heel Plate Installed $18.00
We are not able to reattach old heel plates due to the fact that the counter sink has been worn down too far to accept the screws or they have the style heel plate that has been nailed. This is a new pair of heel plates put on after the shoes have been re-soled.
Shipping - For Resoled Brogans $16.95
US M1851 Sewn Sole Bootee (Brogans) 1851-1872
This is the standard version of the Jefferson bootee adopted in 1851. These were made with a sewn sole and came slightly above the ankle with 4 lace hole in each side of the quarter and 2 in the vamp(on the tounge of the shoe). During the Civil War this style was the most common shoe produced with war time total being 6,082,297 being purchased by the U.S. Quartermaster Dept. I have also found a Marine contact for this type of shoe.
This bootee pattern was taken from the article in Company of Military Historians, Summer 1995. They are made on left and right lasts of oak tanned leather (rough side out) dyed black in color. After some wear the upper will take on the classic shovel toe appearance. Laces are provided. The soles are made of one layer of prime sole leather. The soles are welted and sewn. Heels have hand set square nails. This is the standard shoe of the Army and Marines before the civil war broke out. Even after the war the Quartermaster department still contacted for more of these shoes than the pegged version.
Special Note: DO NOT PUT YOUR FEET CLOSE TO OR IN THE FIRE. You will bake the soles and cause them to dry up and crack open. At this point there is nothing to be done to repair them.
Sizes Available: Men's Size 7D through 14D, 1/2 sizes available from 7 1/2 - 12 1/2, or 3E sizes from 8EEE through 12 1/2EEE
#121 Sewn Sole Brogans $170.00
| Item number | Shoe options | Price |
|---|---|---|
#1003E |
TRIPLE E WIDTH (This can only be done of Right and Left lasts) |
$14.00 |
#10012UP |
Add for size 12 and above |
$14.00 |
#100SM |
Add for makeing shoe with the smooth side of the leather on the outside |
$30.00 |
#111 |
Attach heel plates |
$18.00 |
#100PF |
Add for period finish |
$45.00 |
US M1851 Jefferson Bootee (Brogans) Pegged version (Dates on these shoes 1861 - 1865)
The pegged version of the standard bootee was a war time necessary exception to the standard shoe due to the fact so many shoe were need for the troops in the field. These were purchased at a lower price than the sewn sole bootee. The total number of these shoe purchased during the war by the U.S. quartermaster was 2,199,339. That is a lot of shoes but nowhere near the total of the sewn sole style.
These were made with a pegged sole and came slightly above the ankle with 4 lace hole in each side of the quarter and 2 in the vamp(on the tounge of the shoe). We manufacture an especially heavy duty model. Jefferson bootee (brogans) are made on left and right lasts of oak tanned leather (rough side out) dyed black in color. After some wear the upper will take on the classic shovel toe appearance. Laces are provided. The soles are made of two layers of prime sole leather. The soles are pegged with wooden pegs as originals.
Brogan leather may be wet and dried indefinitely so long as heat is NOT applied. The leather will soften for great comfort if you apply shoe oil. Keep your shoes clean and apply shoe oil on a regular basis. Shoe blacking may be used as well. Keep shoe trees in these and you will double the life of your brogans.
Special Note: DO NOT PUT YOUR FEET CLOSE TO OR IN THE FIRE. You will bake the soles and cause them to dry up and crack open. At this point there is nothing to be done to repair them.
Sizes Available: Men's Size 7D through 14D, 1/2 sizes available from 7 1/2 - 12 1/2, or 3E sizes from 8EEE through 12 1/2EEE
#100 US M1851 Jefferson Brogans $145.00
| Item number | Shoe options | Price |
|---|---|---|
#1003E |
TRIPLE E WIDTH (This can only be done of Right and Left lasts) |
$14.00 |
#10012UP |
Add for size 12 Straight last |
$14.00 |
#100SM |
Add for makeing shoe with the smooth side of the leather on the outside |
$30.00 |
#111 |
Attach heel plates |
$18.00 |
#100PF |
Add for period finish |
$45.00 |
(You will need to allow approx. 6 weeks for delivery on any smoothout shoe.)
Corinth Shoes
These shoes were not made here in Corinth but rather dug out of a well. These came out of a well near where Lowe's is now located in Corinth. In 1862 there was a Cavalry camp located in that area and these shoe belonged to one of the Federal troops that occupied Corinth after the capture in May of 1862.
These are a sewn sole bootee on the straight last pattern. This was not uncommon to see the old straight last (no right or left) used in the early part of the war where the need for shoes was so great. There was also another style found around Vicksburg that was made on a straight last. We are only making these in the straight last pattern so the only width offered will a "D".
Special Note: DO NOT PUT YOUR FEET CLOSE TO OR IN THE FIRE. You will bake the soles and cause them to dry up and crack open. At this point there is nothing to be done to repair them.
Available in Sizes: 7 through 12, Half Sizes Available 7 1/2 through 11 1/2
#126 Sewn Sole Corinth Shoes $160.00
| Item number | Shoe options | Price |
|---|---|---|
#1003E |
TRIPLE E WIDTH (This can only be done of Right and Left lasts) |
$14.00 |
#10012UP |
Add for size 12 and above |
$14.00 |
#100SM |
Add for makeing shoe with the smooth side of the leather on the outside |
$30.00 |
#111 |
Attach heel plates |
$18.00 |
#100PF |
Add for period finish |
$45.00 |
Crown soap- 4oz of soap in a tin container $6.95
We are now offering this period soap for cleaning leather. This is based off a period recipe for soap liked by harness makers. This is not like modern saddle soaps but instead is mostly made from cod oil. This type of soap will clean the leather but not be harsh enough to damage the leather. Leather items should be cleaned with soap several times a year in order to prevent the build up of dirt and other things that will damage the grain surface.
#PW124 Preservation Wax $12.95
This is specially designed product to give you maximum life out of your leather items. This is the clear wax, for use on russet items. This wax contains a natural mold and mildew inhibiter, along with protection from insect damage.
#BPW125 Black Preservation Wax $15.95
This is specially designed product to give you maximum life out of your leather items. Lamp black has been added to help maintain the black color of your leather items. This wax contains a natural mold and mildew inhibiter, along with protection from insect damage.
#113 Neatsfoot Oil 8 fl. oz. 100% pure $6.95Haversacks
Mexican War Period Haversack
#MX301 US Regulation Mexican War Haversack $33.00
Make of 100% cotton military drill. The front flap is scalloped so there is a button hole in each point. Pewter buttons are used for closure.
The bag measures
11 1/2" wide X 12" deep.
Federal Haversacks
#303 US Regulation Haversack With Inner Bag 72.95
(Early Pattern) All Leather Parts are Hand Sewn.
This black weather-proofed haversack is patterned from our original, which is marked 1st Mass Vol. Regt. The inner bag is included. This bag forms a pouch for foodstuffs and may be washed for sanitary purposes. Bone buttons are used for the attachment of the inner bag. The front flap has a leather closure strap and buckle attached by two lines of horizontal stitching across the strap and buckle.
The bag size is 11" wide X 12 1/2" deep.
We make the haversack strap 43" long (Original length). If you need a longer strap please specify when ordering.
#NI304 Riveted Version Haversack With Inner Bag $69.95
This black treated cloth haversack is similar in size and construction to the early war haversack. The front flap closure buckle and leather strap are attached with a copper rivet. Bone buttons are used to attach the inner bag.
The bag size is 11" wide X 12 1/2" deep.
We make the haversack strap 43" long (Original length). If you need a longer strap please specify when ordering.
#304 US Regulation Haversack With Inner Bag (Late War Pattern) $72.95
All Leather Parts are Hand Sewn
Made from an original in our collection. This is the typical black weatherproofed haversack of the Civil War. Slightly larger than the Early War pattern, with vertical stitching on the leather closure strap and buckle on the front flap. Tin paper backed buttons are used to attach the inner bag.
The bag size is 13" wide X 12 1/4" deep.
We make the haversack strap 43" long (Original length). If you need a longer strap please specify when ordering.
#305 Extra Inner Bag for #303, #NI304 $9.00
#305A Large Inner Bag For #304 $9.00
#313 Ration Bags $5.00 per Pair
These bags are 5" wide X 7" deep. The top has a draw string for closure. 
Knapsacks
Knapsacks Are High Demand Items And Are Very Difficult To Manufacture. Allow 45 - 60 Days When Ordering.
#MX306 Mexican war Knapsack $343.95
This knapsack is based on the article published by Fred Gaede in the Company of Military Historian's Journal. This knapsack has extensive hand work in the construction of the bag. This is knapsack come with the hand sewn leather back straps. This was was a copied by the confederates (N. B. Johnston, 1st Virginia Artillery, ANV).
The knapsack is described as a "foldover type knapsack; made of oil cloth covered canvas," a style commonly attributed to Confederate use.
Front Pocket
Back of knapsack
The inner bag
Detail of the hand work
Hand sewn button holes
Chest Strap
#307 Hardpack Knapsack $310.50
This knapsack is a pre-war militia style which may be found in many period photographs. We picked up an original hardpack knapsack a couple of years ago at a Civil War show and we now copy ours from this knapsack.
This a Knapsack made on a ridged wooden frame. The wooden frame is covered
by a painted cloth. A large leather flap covers the front of the knapsack, this
flap has a cloth back and a leather edge. Three straps are attached at the top
for the carriage of a blanket or overcoat.
Size of knapsack 15" Wide X 13 1/2" Length X 4" Deep.
#WB307 Hardpack Knapsack $368.00
The knapsack above furnished with White Buff leather straps.
#308 Single Bag Knapsack $189.95
Colonel Todd, in his work American Military Equipage, published by the Company of Military Historians, states that this knapsack is one of the most common confederate issues. We came by a near mint original knapsack of this type and have used it to copy our reproduction.
This knapsack is a large single bag. There is an inside divider made of cotton bed ticking (blue and white) which stops just short of reaching the bottom of the bag. Two shoulder straps make an "X" on the back and go over shoulder and attach back to the pack. This knapsack is provided with overcoat straps (blanket straps) to enable one to can carry a blanket rolled up on top.
Size of this knapsack 16 1/4 " wide X 16 3/4" Length X 3 3/8"deep.
#309 1853/1855 Double Bag Knapsack (Early Version) $293.50
We copied this knapsack from an original which belonged to Charles L. Cogar, a private in the 2nd Iowa, company F. He brought his knapsack home upon his discharge from Camp Montgomery, MS (southeast of Corinth). He was discharged on July 21, 1862 due to an injury he suffered in battle.
The construction of the cloth part of the bag has the seams sewn with a welt (corded strip sewn into the seams). White cloth ties are used on the inside pocket for closer. The knapsack straps and buckles are attached with two horizontal rows of stitching (stitched across the strap). Rivets are used as reinforcement in the attachment of the back. The back straps are rounded on the ends and the brass buttons are left exposed.
Size of this knapsack 14 1/2" wide X 30 1/2" length.
Overcoat straps (Blanket Straps) are included.
The wooden frame can be used in this knapsack (Order separately)
Front of Knapsack
Back of Knapsack Note the rivet re-enforcements on the corners and back strap.
Inside of knapsack
Detail on hand stitching re-enforcement
Re-enforced ear
#310 Wooden Insert for #309 $39.00
From a second example of an early 1853 double bag in our collection, we make this wooden insert. This makes one bag rigid and provides a shelf or compartment with in the insert. These may have been called the "French frames".
#NI309 1853 Double Bag Knapsack(Early Riveted Version) $270.50
Construction of the bag is the same as the sewn version, above, except the leather parts are attached with rivets instead of stitching. The back straps have square ends and the button are not covered. White cloth ties are used on the inside pocket closer. Size of this knapsack 15 1/2" wide X 30 1/2" length. Overcoat straps (Blanket Straps) are included.#312 Extra Blanket Straps (Overcoat Straps) $39.00 per pair
These black leather straps have black roller buckles and are hand stitched with linen thread. Each knapsack comes with one pair. We have three sets of original Overcoat straps. These are copied after the original straps that came with the knapsack carried by Charles L. Cogar, a private in the 2nd Iowa, company F.The straps are 3/4" wide X 25 1/2" long with 8 holes.
#311 Pattern of 1864 Double Bag Knapsack (Late War Version) $304.95
The body of the late pattern knapsack is not constructed with welted seams. The four flap sides of the body are now rounded. The cloth ties are replaced by white leather ties. The straps are attached with two vertical rows of stitching (up and down the strap). The back straps are marked with Maker (E. Robinson) and inspector (R. Valentine) stamps . The back straps now have scalloped ends and the brass buttons are now covered with leather circles.
The earliest contract date I have seen on original knapsacks of this type is late August 1864. This is the most commonly found type of original Civil War knapsack, the earlier versions having been mostly used up during the war. Overcoat straps (Blanket Straps) are provided.
Size of this knapsack 14 1/2" wide X 32 3/4" Long.
The wooden frame was not designed for this knapsack.
Note the white buff leather ties.
Miscellaneous
#P005 Set of knapsack "J" hook.......... $5.00
#P006 Replacement buckle and triangle assembly......... $11.50
#312 Extra Blanket Straps (Overcoat Straps) $39.00 per pair
#ENF0309 Isaac and Campbell Knapsack With Wooden Frame (Completely Hand Sewn) $396.95
The Isaac and Campbell knapsack is copied from the original in our collection and the one at Shiloh National Battlefield. The knapsack at Shiloh contained a wooden frame, this makes the knapsack carry better
so we include the wooden frame. The bag is made of black treated cotton. The corners are leather. There is a wooden reenforcement at the top of the back closure flap. There are two loops to carry your mess tins. We have the correct hardware including the brass j-hooks and loops that fasten onto the straps. There is no provision for blanket carriage.
Here is a back view.
The bag is 15" wide X 14 1/2" Length X 3 1/2" deep.
For Pictures of the Isaac and Campbell knapsack
#ENF0310 English pattern mess tin $209.50
Crown soap- 4oz of soap in a tin container $6.95
We are now offering this period soap for cleaning leather. This is based off a period recipe for soap liked by harness makers. This is not like modern saddle soaps but instead is mostly made from cod oil. This type of soap will clean the leather but not be harsh enough to damage the leather. Leather items should be cleaned with soap several times a year in order to prevent the build up of dirt and other things that will damage the grain surface.
#113 Neat’s-foot Oil 8 fl. oz. 100% pure $6.95
#PW124 Preservation Wax $12.95
This is specially designed product to give you maximum life out of your leather items. This is the clear wax, for use on russet items. This wax contains a natural mold and mildew inhibiter, along with protection from insect damage.
#BPW125 Black Preservation Wax $15.95
This is specially designed product to give you maximum life out of your leather items. Lamp black has been added to help maintain the black color of your leather items. This wax contains a natural mold and mildew inhibiter, along with protection from insect damage.
Muskets and musket slings
The US musket Slings were contracted in either "fair" or stained leather. Exposure to dirt grease and iron has aged some of these slings to look as if they were originally black but this is not the case.
For more information on stained finish please follow this link.
US Army Contract Slings
For instructions on how to put on a musket sling click here.
#271839 Pattern of 1839 Musket Sling $46.00
(Fits the 1842 Musket, Mississippi Rifle, 1816, and 1835) This is the first sling made of russet leather and brass hook. This sling is 44" long, and this is true that the sling for the 42 musket is shorter than that of the 1855. For more information on this sling please see Summer 2002 issue Military Collector and Historian, Journal of the Company of Military Historians.
#2702 Sling for 1855 and 1861 Springfield $46.00
(Will fit the Enfield or Springfield) This is the US Government pattern with hook, a standing loop, and a sliding loop. They are made in the oiled finish only.
In order to make this sling fit an Enfield you will need to add a new set of holes 23" down from the hook. The US ordnance dept did not make a special sling to fit the Enfield, that has been documented so far but the soldier must have modify the regular musket sling to fit.
#2704 Sling for the US 1873 .45/70 Rifle (Springfield "Trapdoor") $51.95
The same as #2702 but longer. The are made in the oiled finish only.
We make the later one piece type but if you request we will make the earlier two piece.
#E2704 Two piece early trap door sling $51.95
#2710 Henry Rifle Sling $56.50
This sling is a private purchase sling. There is a neat feature on this sling and that is the leather protector to prevent the brass button from damaging the stock. The original this one was copied from was originally black.
cs Linen musket sling
#LS2708 CS Linen Musket Sling. . . . . . . . . . . . . $38.00
This musket sling is patterned from an original in Paul Johnson’s private collection and we fully believe it to be Confederate in origin. The original sling is long enough to fit the Richmond, 1855 or 1861 Springfield. This sling has a bent wire hook along with leather reinforcements and a free leather loop and leather attached loop.
Foreign Made slings
#2705 British pattern musket sling in black leather $63.50
#2709 Austrian or Belgium Musket sling $44.95
This is copied off an original sling that I picked that is for either the Austrian Lorenz or the Potsdam muskets. This is the sling that would have been shipped from Europe and is not one made here in the US.
Blankets and Accessories
#AW9009 Gray Wool Army Blanket With Black End Strips $89.95
These are 100% wool blanket and measure 65" x 90"
To have the "US" stitch added to the blankets is $18.00 extra charge and please state when ordering the blanket.
Gloves
#284 Gauntlets $36.95
A fine pair of goatskin gauntlets in a yellowish beige color for general use. They represent a good value.
(S, M, L, or XL)
#OF283 Officer Gauntlets $59.95
The officer gauntlet is made of goatskin in a light beige color. The cuff has decorative wreaths and an eagle with “US” in the shield is intricately embroidered in gold metallic thread.
(S, M, L, or XL)
#286 Dress White Cotton Gloves
The standard glove used for all full dress parade occasions.
(S, M, L, or XL) $5.50
#5001S Enlisted Brass Shoulder Scales $60.00 per pair
With Attachments. Beautiful repros of these impressive items.
#RP285 Wallet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$39.95
We are offering a new pattern of wallet. This one is patterned faithfully from our original. The original is dated 1834. We decided to change to this pattern because modern bills fit very nicely. There is also plenty of room for your credit cards.
To
see more personal items soldiers carried please follow this link
#925 Officer's Gold Sword Knot $25.00
#2708 US Enlisted Saber Wrist Strap (Black Only) $60.00
White Buff Sword Knot
#2708WB Buff sword Knot $95.00
#2708BDB Buff Dyed black Sword Knot $125.00
This sword knot is copied after an original in the Jarnagin collection. This knot first came available in the 1840's and was made through the 1850's
#318 Havelock (Kepi Cover) $13.50
Our havelock is made of white cotton muslin, from an original in the Confederate Museum in New Orleans, LA. 
#MTNI385 Mattress Tick $39.50
The simplest form of mattress. It can be used with any cot, or just spread on the ground. It is very light weight and can be folded to carry in your knapsack. You will need to fill it with hay, straw, or dry leaves and button the flap closed to keep the filler in. You are ready for a peaceful night’s sleep. 30" wide X 72" long and 4" deep. Flap is 18".Leggings (Gaitors)
Our leggings are the common Infantry style as seen in photographs of troops in service. They have five leather straps and buckles up the side for fastening. Examinations of photos show about as many black as white ones, with the regiments photo showing both in the same unit in about equal proportions.These leggings, of quality equal to the buckle style, are favored by many units. They are easier to wear and tend to have a longer life span. They are available in black or white. American made in ours shops from 100% cotton drill.
| #316 White Buckle Gaitors | $56.50 |
| #317 Black Buckle Gaitors | $69.00 |
| #B316 White Button Gaitors | $42.50 |
| #B317 Black Button Gaitors | $46.50 |
#CNI381 Crevat (Black Cotton Tie) $13.50
#593 Civil War Playing Cards $10.00
Our playing cards are the finest available. From an original deck in his collection, Mr Robert Moulder of Denver, CO did the color separation and layout work to produce a top-notch deck of period cards. One look at the face cards will bespeak the quality of this item. They have a military motif on the back and the correct faces without numbers. Each card is hand varnished. The deck comes boxed. The Ace of Spades is the Jarnagin Maker card as was common on period decks.
Publications
#BK590 Hardee's Tactics $6.75
One volume pocket version. We have had these little one-volume Hardee’s reproduced because they are a “must own” item for all reenactors. A usable copy of the most famous military book of the 19th Century. 159 pages.
#BK591 Mahan's Outpost Manual $6.25
Professor Mahan, who taught Tactics at West Point during the first half of the 19th Century, greatly influenced the mind of almost every graduate of The Point who served in the War. In this volume are contained his teachings on “Posting and Handling {Troops}. “In the Presence of the Enemy”. Addressing the use of small bodies of troops, this is a written program which details all of the things that go on at an historic reenactment, and it was written by the man who taught the actual participants. 168 pages.
#BK592 Cavalry Tactics $9.75
Cavalry Tactics or. Regulations For The Instruction, Formations, and Movements Of The Cavalry Of The Army And Volunteers Of The United States, By Phillip St. Geo. Cooke, Brig. Gen. US Army. Paper Back pocket Version.
#BK593 Instructions For Officers And Non-Commissioned Officers $6.25
Instructions For Officers And Non-Commissioned Officers On Outpost And Patrol Duty, And Troops In Campaign. Paperback pocket version.
#BK594 The Hand-Book of Artillery $12.00For the Service of the United States (Army and Militia.) With the Manual of Heavy Artillery, Including that of the New Iron Carriage. By Joseph Roberts, Major 4th Regt. Art., USA, and Colonel 3D Penn. Art.
#BK595 Scott's Tactics $12.00
Abstract of Infantry Tactics; Including exercises and Maneuvers of Light Infantry and Riflemen; for the use
of the Militia of The United States. Published by the Department of War,
under the Authority of an Act of Congress of the 2D of March, 1820.
Coats and Overcoats
#800 Federal Fatigue Blouse (4 Button Sack Coat)
This is the four button “sack” coat which was the mainstay of all service branches during the war. Our reproduction “Sack Coat” is a very basic coat based on information from the Smithsonian Institute. Made of dark blue approx. 10 ounce wool flannel with a twill weave. It has a three piece body with two piece sleeves and a four piece collar approx 2 ½” wide with rounded corners. This unlined version has felled seams which gives the appearance of top stitching. The corners along the bottom front of the coat are rounded. The front facing is top stitched. The cuffs are faced on the inside and top stitched. There is a 1 ¼” split in the rear sleeve seam on the cuff. The cuff has rounded corners as it starts into the split. (Scalloped) There is a kidney shaped inside left hand breast pocket. These coats have four ¾” general service eagle buttons evenly spaced for closure.
According to the regulations, all enlisted men of all service branches received one of these coats. Their great comfort and usefulness made them the standard garment during the war. Revised U.S. Army Regulations of 1861 Section 1485 states, “ For Fatigue Purposes - a sack coat of dark blue flannel extending half-way down the thigh, and made loose, without sleeve or body lining, falling collar, inside pocket on the left side, four coat buttons down the front.”
(Buttons are included in jacket price)
| Even Sizes 36 to 46 | $138.00 |
| Size 48 | $144.00 |
| Size 50 | $168.00 |
| #800B | To sew Buttons On Fatigue Jacket $15.00 |
FATIGUE BLOUSE OPTIONS
* Hand sewn Buttonholes: We will mark the coat for buttonhole placement and leave them for you to hand sew.
*For those who prefer a heavier wool the Fatigue Jacket is available in 18 oz. wool. Make sure to specify. There will be a $20.00 addition charge.
#826 Lined Fatigue Blouse
Revised U.S. Army Regulations of 1861 Section 1486 states, “For recruits - the sack coat will be made with sleeve and body lining.”
Our reproduction “Lined Sack Coat” is a very basic coat based on information from the Smithsonian Institute. Made of dark blue wool flannel with a twill weave. It has a three piece body with two piece sleeves and a four piece collar approx 2 ½” wide with rounded corners. This coat is lined with a light weight flannel in gray or brown and left unattached along the bottom edge. The lining extends just below the bottom button and has a finished edge. Sleeves are lined in cotton muslin. This lined version does not have felled seams as the unlined version. The corners along the bottom front of the coat are rounded. The front facing is top stitched. The cuffs are not top stitched along the top of the cuff. There is a 1 ¼” split in the rear seam on the cuff. The cuff has rounded corners as it starts into the split. (Scalloped) There is a kidney shaped inside left hand breast pocket. These coats have four ¾” general service eagle buttons evenly spaced for closure.
(Buttons are included in jacket price)
| Even Sizes 36 to 46 | $174.00 |
| Size 48 | $186.00 |
| Size 50 | $216.00 |
| #800B | To sew Buttons On Fatigue Jacket $15.00 |
FATIGUE BLOUSE OPTIONS
* Hand sewn Buttonholes: We will mark the coat for buttonhole placement and leave them for you to hand sew.
*For those who prefer a heavier wool the Fatigue Jacket is available in 18 oz. wool. Make sure to specify. There will be a $20.00 addition charge.
Federal Shell Jackets (Roundabout )
Various units of the Federal Army wore shell jackets at various times, both piped and plain. Additionally, epaulettes are often seen on both the trimmed and untrimmed styles. Variations include New York State Jackets, Illinois Jackets, and others. (Prices vary with trim & detail necessary. Call for a Price Quote.)
#802 Federal Infantry Shell Jacket (Plain-no trim)
Shell jackets are short jackets to the waist or slightly longer. Our jacket is made of 18 ounce Dark blue wool with a body lining of brown polished cotton, but jean wool linings will be furnished for an additional charge of $75.00. Our reproduction has a six piece body and two piece sleeves with a nine button front. There is one inside breast pocket and functional sleeves with a two button closure. ¾” general service buttons (Eagle Buttons) are used on the front and 5/8” general service buttons on the sleeves. Collar is a squared 2” stand up version. The facing is squared at the front bottom edge. As the Cavalry and the Artillery had their own design (#803A & #803C), this jacket was worn by Infantry. This jacket is furnished plain see #825 for this style jacket piped in sky blue. (Buttons are included in jacket price)
| Even Sizes 36 to 46 | $226.95 (Plain) |
| Size 48 | $288.00 |
| Size 50 | $324.00 |
| #802B | To Sew On Shell Jacket Buttons $35.00 |
SHELL JACKET OPTIONS:
#595E Epaulettes (epaulettes are not provided on the shell jacket but may be added.) Specify plain or piped
Plain Epaulettes $5.00
Piped Epaulettes $10.00
* Hand sewn Buttonholes: We will mark the coat for buttonhole placement and leave them for you to hand sew.
· #506 Jean wool linings will be furnished for and additional charge of $75.00 upon request.
Add for Musician Front $65.00
#825 Federal Shell Jacket (Piped)
The jacket is made as #802 with 1/8” Sky blue piping around top and bottom of collar and around top of cuff coming to a point on the front of the sleeve.
(Buttons are included in jacket price)
| Even Sizes 36 to 46 | $264.00 (Piped) |
| Size 48 | $312.00 |
| Size 50 | $354.00 |
| #802B | To Sew On Shell Jacket Buttons $35.00 |
SHELL JACKET OPTIONS:
#595E Epaulettes (epaulettes are not provided on the shell jacket but may be added.) Specify plain or piped
Plain Epaulettes $5.00
Piped Epaulettes $10.00
* Hand sewn Buttonholes: We will mark the coat for buttonhole placement and leave them for you to hand sew.
· #506 Jean wool linings will be furnished for and additional charge of $75.00 upon request.
Add for Musician Front $65.00
#827 New York Jacket
This jacket is a “roundabout” style jacket similar in style to the #802 Federal Infantry Shell Jacket. It is 18 ounce dark blue wool with 1/8” sky blue piped collar only. The cuffs are plain, with no piping and straight non-functional sleeves. It has one belt loop on the left side piped in sky blue. The epaulettes are piped in sky blue. Our reproduction is furnished with a nine ¾” button front but you may specify 7 or 8 button fronts. There is no internal pockets but may be had with an outside left breast “slash” pocket. Ours is made with no outside pocket unless you request it.
(Buttons are included in jacket price)
| Even Sizes 36 to 46 | $270.00 |
| Size 48 | $294.00 |
| Size 50 | $336.00 |
| #827B | To Sew On Shell Jacket Buttons $39.00 |
NEW YORK JACKET OPTIONS:
* Specify outside pocket
* Specify 7, 8, or 9 button front
* Hand sewn Buttonholes: We will mark the coat for buttonhole placement and leave them for you to hand sew.
#801 Federal Frock Coat (Enlisted)
By regulation, all foot troops were to have the frock coat for normal service wear. Due to the efforts of the photographers of the war, and also to our fine photographic archivists today, both hobbyists as well as professional, we are able to know that the frock coat was greatly in evidence throughout the war. One very famous Gardner image of the dead of the Iron Brigade at Gettysburg proves without doubt that these infantrymen wore the frock coat into battle as late as July 1863. Other photos show its heavy use well past the end of the war.
Our coat is copied from an original in our private collection and is made as specified by the Revised U.S. Army Regulations of 1861 Section 1482 of 18 oz. twill weave wool with narrow service branch piping on cuffs and collar. Collar and Cuff piping is done in 1/8” Sky blue for Infantry, Yellow for Engineer, Red for Heavy Artillery, and Crimson for Ordnance and Hospital stewards. It has a quilted breast lining of polished cotton and sleeve linings of cotton muslin. Sleeve cuffs are functional with a two button closure and the edge of the split is piped. There are two tail pockets. The skirt is made long because they were issued unhemmed and each soldier hemmed the coat to regulation; (mid way between the top of the hip and the bend of the knee). The skirt is not lined. The frock coat has a nine ¾” button front with two 5/8” buttons on each cuff and two 3/4” buttons at the waist on the back at the top of the pleats. Buttons are general service Eagle Buttons.
(Frock Coats were issued unhemmed) (Buttons are included in jacket price)
| Even Sizes 36 to 46 | $354.00 |
| Size 48 | $408.00 |
| Size 50 | $462.00 |
| #801B | To Sew on Frock Coat Buttons $49.00 |
FROCK COAT OPTIONS:
* Hand sewn Buttonholes: We will mark the coat for buttonhole placement and leave them for you to hand sew.
* Specify Piping Color - Collar and Cuff piping is done in Sky blue for Infantry, Yellow for Engineer, Red for
Heavy Artillery, and Crimson for Ordnance and Hospital stewards. N/C
* Add for Musician Front $70.00
Specify: Hook & Eye for Collar and Tails (Not supplied unless you request) N/C
#801BS Berdan’s Sharpshooters’ Frock Coat
Our reproduction is based on information from the Smithsonian Institution. Adopted in 1861, this enlisted coat is single breasted and made of Berdan Green wool with 1/8”piping of light green on cuffs and collar. It has a quilted breast lining of polished cotton and sleeve linings of cotton muslin. There are two tail pockets and the skirt is made long because they were issued unhemmed and each soldier hemmed the coat to regulation; (mid way between the top of the hip and the bend of the knee). The frock coat has a nine ¾” button front and a functional sleeve cuff with two 5/8” button closure. There are two 3/4” buttons at the waist on the back at the top of the pleats. Buttons are general service Eagle buttons.
(We do not carry the rubber buttons.) (Frock Coats were issued unhemmed) (Buttons are included in jacket price)
| Even Sizes 36 to 46 | $354.00 |
| Size 48 | $408.00 |
| Size 50 | $462.00 |
| #801BSB | To Sew on Frock Coat Buttons $49.00 |
FROCK COAT OPTIONS:
* Hand sewn Buttonholes: We will mark the coat for buttonhole placement and leave them for you to hand sew.
Specify: Hook & Eye for Collar and Tails. (Not supplied unless you request)
Civil War Chevrons
(Available in Infantry - Sky Blue or Artillery - Red or Cavalry - Yellow or Militia - Black - Berdan
Green or Crimson Ordnance - on background color of your choice)
| #550 | Corporal | |
$28.95 |
| #552 | Sergeant | |
$30.00 |
| #551 | Sergeant Major | |
$37.20 |
| #553 | Quartermaster Sergeant (Regimental) | |
$34.95 |
| #554 | Quartermaster Sergeant (Company) | |
$38.40 |
| #555 | First Sergeant | |
$36.00 |
| #556 | Ordnance Sergeant | |
$48.00 |
Overcoats
We make the finest overcoat available. The company owns both an original Foot Pattern Overcoat and Mounted Pattern Overcoat. Authenticity is assured.
#804 Foot Pattern Overcoat (Greatcoat)
Revised U.S. Army Regulations of 1861 Section 1596. These 18 ounce Sky Blue Wool (with kersey weave)
overcoats were prized by their users during the war, as they are by their owners today. Foot overcoats have the roll pleated stand up collar, are single breasted, have the elbow length cape and back belt, and are dark blue wool flannel lined to the waist . #506 Jean wool linings will be furnished for an additional charge of $90.00 upon request. Sleeves have a cotton muslin lining and are made with the cuff which can be rolled down to serve as a mitten. Each has a five ¾” button front with six 5/8” buttons on the cape. These coats are left raw at the bottom, as were the originals. The back belt has two ¾” Eagle buttons for adjustments. This coat has no pockets.
(Overcoats were issued unhemmed).
(Buttons are included in jacket price)
| Even Sizes 36 to 46 | $390.00 |
| Size 48 | $426.00 |
| Size 50 | $474.00 |
| #804B | To Sew on Foot Pattern Overcoat Buttons $49.00 |
OVERCOAT OPTIONS
* Hand sewn Buttonholes: We will mark the coat for buttonhole placement and leave them for you to hand sew
* #506 Jean wool linings will be furnished for an additional charge of $90.00 upon request
Picture of jean lined overcoat.
Caps and Hats
Hats Are Available In Sizes 21 to 24 ¼”
When Ordering Hats Please Provide Head Circumference or Hat Size.
We are now offering Patent brims for the forage cap and kepi. These were done on both enlisted and officer's kepi and forage caps. The original patent leather was 5 to 7 layers with sanding between coats that took time to build up to the correct finish. These are not painted with shellac but instead a true multi-step process like the original patent leather. These are not a stocked item and will be special order only. There is an extra charge of $60.00 for these brims.
For more information on these types of leathers please follow this link
#809 Federal Forage Cap “Bummer” (Dark Blue Wool) $55.50
These caps are made from a specially woven wool for maximum life span. They are styled from originals in our collection as well as those in private and public collections. In 1858, a board of officers designed the forage cap for general use in the Army. It is important to know that the design was adopted in part because it allowed for construction by machine in great part, thus reducing the expense. This dark blue wool cap was commonly worn by enlisted men in both theaters of the war.
The forage cap has a high crown with a tall body meant to fall forward. They have harness leather bills and chin straps with the correct brass slide. They have a pasteboard crown reinforcement and polished cotton linings with leather sweatbands. The forage cap has a welt around the top circle and across the top part of the bill the same color as the hat.
Note: We do offer the McDowell Brim
There is a $15.00 extra charge for the McDowell brim and these are not a stocked item.
There is an extra charge of $60.00 for patent brims.
See the Insignia section of this catalog for hat insignia
#BS809 Berdan’s Sharpshooter Forage Cap $55.50
This cap is made exactly as above #809 in Berdan Green Wool for Berdan’s Sharpshooters.
#810 Federal Kepi “Chasseur Cap” (Dark Blue Wool) $55.50
Styled from an original Federal Volunteer Kepi generously loaned for copy. This cap saw some service in volunteer units. Regular federal troops should normally wear forage caps; however, today there is some push to wear the kepi instead, so here it is!
The kepi has a low crown and short body made of wool and lined with polished cotton. They have leather bills and chin straps with the correct brass slide and a leather sweatband.
See the Insignia section of this catalog for hat insignia
There is an extra charge of $60.00 for patent brims.
#5000 US M1855 Hardee Hat with Leather Sweatband $98.00 (Due to dimensional weight on shipping hat are considered a separate item.)
Our Hardee hat is true to the original, being of sturdy wool felt with a double row of stitching around the brim edge. We install a 2 1/2” leather sweatband as done with originals. While the hat is not furnished with trim, brass insignia and wool hat cords are available. This hat is the perfect place to start for making your slouch hat, in fact, this is where the idea came from.
See the Insignia section of this catalog for hat insignia
#5004 Slouch Hat (Available in Size 22 - 23 3/4")............ $83.95 (Due to dimensional weight on shipping hat are considered a separate item.)
It was from common felt hats such as this that the great varieties of slouch hats were individually molded by the soldiers who wore them. Made of wool felt in black. The brim is left flat so that you may shape it as you please. The crown may be creased or reshaped to your liking. With sweatband.
Enlisted Hat/Cap Insignia
| #572 | Brass Infantry Horn | $3.50 |
| #573 | Brass Artillery Crossed Cannon | $3.50 |
| #574 | Brass Cavalry Crossed Sabers | $3.50 |
| #575 | Brass Eagle Hardee Hat Pin | $3.95 |
| #576 | Brass Company Letter ( 1 inch) A - I, K, L | $1.35 |
| #577 | Brass Regimental Number (5/8 inch) # 0 - 9 | $1.35 |
| #579 | Hardee Hat Plume (Black Ostrich Feather) | $9.00 |
#501 Enlisted Hat Cord
$6.50
Made of fine worsted wool, highest quality. Available in Red, Blue, or Yellow.
#P002 Chin Strap with Buckle................... $4.50
Trousers
Trousers are available in even waist sizes 30-42
and above with an extra charge.
We are well known for our high quality reproduction military trousers. The fit and durability of our trousers surpass those by any other maker. We have reviewed our patterns and techniques to insure that our trousers utilize the latest research in authenticity of pattern and material.
One might buy or make patterns and experiment with exotic productions of cloth, but the quality of our US Army Trousers will not be exceeded. We have thousands of pairs in service and over 20 years of field trials.
#806 Foot Pattern Army Trousers (Sky Blue Wool)
Our trousers are made of 18 ounce Sky Blue wool (with the correct kersey weave) with cotton drill waistband lining and pockets. The fly is lined with lightweight cotton to make it more flexible for buttoning and is not topstitched. There is no topstitching on the waistband. The waistband is approximately 1 1/2” wide in the front tapering to approx. ¾” wide in the back with the correct rear vent. The vent closure is a tie through eyelet holes on the back of the waistband to allow for waist adjustment. (Belt Back may also be had, Specify). ). There is a horizontal back yoke tapering into the waistband just behind the side seam causing the back of the trousers to rise properly. Each pair has a watch pocket (the watch pocket will not have the band unless otherwise requested) and side seam pockets (Mule Ear Pockets may be had, Specify). If we hem them, they will have a 1 inch overlapping vent. Paper-backed tin buttons are attached for closure and suspender attachment.
#806 Ft Trousers
| Size 30-42 | $141.95 |
| Size 44-46 | $156.00 |
| Size 48-54 | $172.95 |
Larger sizes are quoted on an individual basis.
Please specify inseam if you wish to have your trousers hemmed. $10.00
We do not hem below an inseam of 30” due to restocking difficulties.
TROUSER OPTIONS
Hand sewn Buttonholes: We will mark the trousers for buttonhole and eyelet placement and leave them for you to hand sew. The fly will be machine buttonholed unless otherwise specified.
Specify: Mule Ear pockets (instead of side seam pockets) on Foot Trousers $10.00
(Please note that watch pockets can not be put in trousers with mule ear pockets size 34 and below.)
Specify: Belt Back (instead of tie back) $10.00
Specify:Watch Pocket provided without band.Specify if you want the pocket band. N/C
* #507 Add for Lined Trousers (cotton muslin) $48.00
Trouser Stripes
#508A Add for Trouser Stripes ½” (Specify color) $31.50
#508B Add for Trouser Stripes 1 ½” (Specify color) $31.50
#508C Add for Officer Welt (Wool) (Specify color) $36.00
(Wool Trouser Stripe Colors: red, yellow, sky blue, dark blue or black)
#DKB806 Foot Pattern Army Trousers (Dark Blue Wool)
Made as above #806 of regular grade 18 ounce dark blue wool for Enlisted use only.
Paper-backed tin buttons are attached for closure and suspender attachment.
| Size 30-42 | $141.95 |
| Size 44-46 | $156.00 |
| Size 48-54 | $172.95 |
Larger sizes are quoted on an individual basis.
Please specify inseam if you wish to have your trousers hemmed. $10.00
We do not hem below an inseam of 30” due to restocking difficulties.
Hand sewn Buttonholes: We will mark the trousers for buttonhole and eyelet placement and leave them for you to hand sew. The fly will be machine buttonholed unless otherwise specified.
Specify: Mule Ear pockets (instead of side seam pockets) on Foot Trousers $10.00
(Please note that watch pockets can not be put in trousers with mule ear pockets size 34 and below.)
Specify: Belt Back (instead of tie back) $10.00
Specify:Watch Pocket provided without band.Specify if you want the pocket band. N/C
* #507 Add for Lined Trousers (cotton muslin) $48.00
Trouser Stripes
#508A Add for Trouser Stripes ½” (Specify color) $31.50
#508B Add for Trouser Stripes 1 ½” (Specify color) $31.50
#508C Add for Officer Welt (Wool) (Specify color) $36.00
(Wool Trouser Stripe Colors: red, yellow, sky blue, dark blue or black)
#807 Foot Pattern Trousers for Berdan Sharpshooters
Made of 18 ounce Berdan Green Wool on the same pattern as #806. The watch pocket has a band on the front. (See page 17 for illustration of watch pocket styles.) Paper-backed tin buttons are attached for closure and suspender attachment.
| Size 30-42 | $141.95 |
| Size 44-46 | $156.00 |
| Size 48-54 | $172.80 |
Larger sizes are quoted on an individual basis.
Please specify inseam if you wish to have your trousers hemmed. $10.00
We do not hem below an inseam of 30” due to restocking difficulties.
Hand sewn Buttonholes: We will mark the trousers for buttonhole and eyelet placement and leave them for you to hand sew. The fly will be machine buttonholed unless otherwise specified.