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1874-1883 Enlisted Fatigue (Field) UniformU.S. Indian Wars Uniform: Hat, Coat, Pants, Belt, Boots & Suspenders |
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| M1875 Campaign Hat | IW Hat Insignia | IW Hat Cords | M1874 Fatigue Blouse |
| NCO Chevrons | M1873 Pants / Trousers | Suspenders | M1851 Boots |
| Waist Belt (Garrison) |
Cartridge Belt M1876, Mills, or Prairie |
Holster (Early 1870s, M1879 or 1885) |
Optional Greatcoat (M1872 or M1880) |
| In some cases multiple choices are given for an item. They can place the period of time for the
image or they can give you a different look for the same time period. Only one choice is needed for a complete image, but in
some cases a second choice will give you additional images (time period or Field vs Garrison. Hats: Black for early 1870 and/or Tan for 1880s Belts: Waist belt for Garrison Image and Cartridge Belt for field image. |
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M1875 hat is BLACK and comes with no vent or optional punched star or snowflake vent. Select "no vent" if you are going to purchase the M1876 Bracher ventilator for this hat. 1880's hat is TAN. DOES NOT come with the screen vents. Trim (branch insignia and hat cord) for hat is optional / additional. Insignia can be seen at: Enlisted or Officer. NOTE: The trim comes separate and NOT attached to the hat (as a kit). You will have to attach it yourself or have someone else do it for you. Made-On-Order item, please allow 3 - 4 weeks for standard delivery. If needed by a certain date (minimum 1 week away), call us to see if it is possible (see contact page for phone number - DO NOT use email for this). The price on orders (INCLUDING Rush Orders) DOES NOT include faster shipping, for faster shipping use the shipping option on the "View Cart" page. We do stock hats in the store, but it is a small percentage of the over 4,000 combinations available on this web site. Hats are drop shipped from Pennsylvania. Any Insignia/Trim purchased with a hat ships separately from us in California. |
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The 1872 Cavalry Insignia with Regimental Number and Company Letter (1A, 1E, 7A, 7C & 7E) attached are temporarily unavailable. My supplier has quit making them and I am now having to make these myself and am way behind. As soon as I get all the back-ordered ones done and some for inventory (or if the supplier offers them again) I will offer them again. |
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| Regimental Numbers and Company Letters are Originals, except for the M1872 Number 7's which are reproduction. Regiment numbers came in 1/2", 3/4", 9/16" or 11/16" and Company Letters in 1/2" | ||||
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Civil War troops also wore hat cords on their
hats to designate their Branch. They were more prevalent at the beginning of
the war as they became less popular as the war went on, although they remained
more popular than the hat brass. There were made of worsted wool. Our
reproductions are duplicates of the originals.
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It is also available in 2 lined versions, which are the same as the unlined version, except for the lining. The cotton lined version has natural cotton body and sleeve lining and an inside pocket. The wool lined version has a gray wool body lining, with natural cotton sleeve lining and an inside pocket.
Chevrons are not included, but are available for an additional charge. Measurement Chart: Click Here. Looking for a complete outfit? Click here for a page with this coat and the other items needed for a complete outfit. |
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Custom made item, please allow 8 - 10 weeks
for delivery. Custom Clothing and Uniforms are not returnable. Rush orders are available
for an additional price. A rush order reduces the manufacturing time from 8 - 10 weeks to 4 - 5
weeks. The price on rush orders DOES NOT include faster shipping, for faster shipping use the shipping
option on the "View Cart" page.
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The M1884 Gold Bouillon dress coat chevrons are the same pattern as the M1872 chevrons, except they are made with Gold Bouillon. In 1898 the Army authorized cotton chevrons to be used on the khaki uniform. This was so that the coat and chevrons would shrink at the same rate. These cotton chevrons are ONLY for use on the khaki coats. Custom made item, please allow 8 - 10 weeks for delivery. Custom orders are not returnable.
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Custom made item, please allow 8 - 10 weeks
for delivery. Custom Clothing and Uniforms are not returnable. Rush orders are available
for an additional price. A rush order reduces the manufacturing time from 8 - 10 weeks to 4 - 5
weeks. The price on rush orders DOES NOT include faster shipping, for faster shipping use the shipping
option on the "View Cart" page.
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Custom made item, please allow 8 - 10 weeks
for delivery. Custom Clothing and Uniforms are not returnable. Rush orders are available
for an additional price. A rush order reduces the manufacturing time from 8 - 10 weeks to 4 - 5
weeks. The price on rush orders DOES NOT include faster shipping, for faster shipping use the shipping
option on the "View Cart" page.
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Single Front Suspenders (1830-on)The single front (#1908) suspenders / braces are made of heavy cotton tape and are adjustable by means of a prong buckle). This style has the single front leather button tabs. They feature the crossed "X" pattern back to help keep the suspenders from falling off your shoulders. |
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Double (Split) Front Suspenders (1830-on)The double front (#1907) suspenders /braces are also made of heavy cotton tape and are adjustable by means of a prong buckle), but have the split front leather button tabs. These also feature the crossed "X" pattern back to help keep the suspenders from falling off your shoulders. |
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Double (Split) Front Elastic Bottom Back Suspenders (1857-on)Double button front (#7277) Suspenders - SPECIAL with Elastic Backs - Same as above #1907 suspenders except the lower portion of both back straps has been changed to white elastic. In the photo at left the elastic section has been tinted red for reference. On the actual suspenders the elastic is white and is therefore lighter in color than the off white of the rest of the straps. The elastic portion allows some "give" to the suspenders when bending over. The elastic portion looks similar to the cotton tapeof the straps. Although a friction clasp is shown in the photo, a piercing prong buckle is now used exclusively- see above. These Suspenders are correct for the 1857 (Note: samples were found in the cargo of a ship that sank in 1857 on the Mississippi River) thru 1890 period and for trousers with the double button front on each side. These also feature the crossed "X" pattern back to help keep the suspenders from falling off your shoulders. |
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This boot was originally called the M1851 Artillery Driver's Boot, as it was originally only issued to Artillery Drivers. During the American Civil War they were also issued to Cavalry troops and continued as the Cavalry Boot until replaced by the Model 1872 Boot, which is a modified version of this boot. This boot is an exact copy, with the exception of two changes. The originals had been machine pegged, nine pegs to the inch. Ours is stitched due to the lack of machine that can duplicate the work of an 1860's pegging machine. And for comfort the boot is lined with calfskin leather from top to toe. The leather in our boot is a semi-rough cowhide especially selected after studying the original boot. They will take a shine after a few polishes or will take Lexol for a "field-worn" look. They have a sewn sole with a ridged shank pegged into place. This boot has a comfortable square toe and a tight-gripping heel. There are no side seam welts. This boot covers an amazing time period. It is ideal for many impressions from just after 1800 through 1900 and beyond. It is suitable for 1800's miners, teamsters, cattlemen, farmers, Indian Wars, Cowboy Shooters, etc.. Mail order catalogues printed in the 1890s show a wide assortment of prices and qualities in styles just like these. According to Quartermaster records, most shoes and boots purchased had sewn soles. The pegged sole booties were purchased for $1.25 and $1.30 per pair as opposed to the average of about $1.90 for sewn soles, but the sewn soles were preferred. These ship from Florida. Normal delivery time is 5 to 10 days, IF your size is out of stock they will normally take 2 to 6 weeks. |
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We also offer a belt kit for leatherworkers (NOT INCLUDING Slides and Hangers). It contains the Buckle, Adjusting Hook and 2 Brass Rivets. You supply the leather.
NOTE: Belts should be ordered by WAIST SIZE, not the size over clothing. Belts are made longer (usually 4'') to adjust for going over the coat. If you will NOT be wearing this belt over a coat, then order your belt 2 inches smaller than your waist size. |
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Style B: This is a Black Leather Belt with Canvas cartridge loops. This belt typically has the M1874 US Buckle (as shown). Style C: This is the same belt as Style A, but also has the u-shaped 45 long colt shell holder on the bottom left side. Style A & B can be purchase as Belt Only or with either the M1851 Eagle Buckle or the M1874 US Buckle. Style C can be purchased with either buckle, but is not available with no buckle.
NOTE: Belts should be ordered by WAIST SIZE, not the size over clothing. Belts are made longer (usually 4'') to adjust for going over the coat. If you will NOT be wearing this belt over a coat, then order your belt 2 inches smaller than your waist size. |
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This belt is also offered as a complete belt with 1 - "C" Clasp for a buckle, 2 Flat C's and the brass end caps with C's (L21A). If you want the Mills Buckle with this version, you will need to order it seperatley as it DOES NOT come with this version. This belt will fit up to a MAXIMUM waist size of 42" or possibly 43" (the maximum usable length of the belt is 45" to 46"). Total length of the belt is about 50". This is the same belt as the 30/40 Krag belt, except for having the 45/70 belt loops. |
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This is the same belt as the Mills Cartridge Belt, except with the black leather and brass buckle as shown. It holds 45/70 (or 45/90 or other similar 45 caliber) cartridges. The belt loops on our reproduction are sewn on, not woven into belt as the originals were. There are 36 to 40 loops on the belt, depending on the size of the belt. The buckle attaches to the outside of the loop, not on the bar that the tongue attaches to. This same belt is also available with 12 gauge shotgun loops (about 25 loops). The Black Leather version is the U.S. Military version, although civilians may have also used it. This belt could be used for the M1897 Winchester Shotgun (aka: Model 97, M97 or Trench Gun). The Natural/Russet Leather version is Civilian Use ONLY and
is available with canvas webbing loops sewn on in 45 caliber Rifle (45/70, 45/90, etc.) or 50 caliber rifle
(50/70, 50/90, 50/110, etc.) or 12 gauge shotgun, see also the
NOTE: Belts should be ordered by WAIST SIZE, not the size over clothing. Belts are made longer (usually 4'') to adjust for going over the coat. If you will NOT be wearing this belt over a coat, then order your belt 2 inches smaller than your waist size. |
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The .36/.44 holsters will work with any Colt medium or small frame, or Remington 1858 in .44 or .36 cal. The Walker/Dragoon model holsters fit the Colt Walker and Dragoon pistols. The LeMatt model fits the LeMatt pistol. The Walker/Dragoon and LeMatt models are made on order, please allow 4 to 6 weeks for delivery. US M1860 Regulation Holster: Made with full flap. Right side, butt forward, with sewn in toe plug. This holster was used into the Early Indian Wars. US Non Regulation Holster: Same holster as above, except left side, butt forward. CS Model Holster, Right Side: Full flap holster that come either US style Plug Bottom or Sewn Bottom. Closing tab and flap are one piece. Right side, butt forward. CS Model Holster, Left Side: Same holster as CS Model Right Side, above, except left side, butt forward. Saddler Made Pommel Holster: This style is made with two regular hip holsters with a strap sewn between the holsters to fit over pommel of the saddle. Buckle straps near bottom of holsters to attach to breast strap. These holsters fit 1858 Remington, Colt 1860 Army, and Colt 1851 Navy pistols. If we are out-of-stock on these the will be made on order, please allow 4 to 6 weeks for delivery in that case (call if you want us to check out stock). Officers Pommel Holsters: Officer's Model Double Holster with (or without) Brass Caps. Made from a pattern in the Smithsonian Institute. These holsters can be made to fit 1849 Walkers; 1st, 2nd and 3rd model Colts, Dragoons and 1860 Army. The holsters have brass bottom caps, a cartridge pouch under each flap and are made to fit over the pommel of your saddle. They come complete with straps to secure them to the breast strap, and will last for many years. State type of pistol used in the comments field when you check out. Made on order, please allow 4 to 6 weeks for delivery.
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1879 Cavalry Model - is made to fit the 1873 Single Action Army (SAA) Colt with a 7 1/2" barrel. US is embossed on the flap of the holster. Comes as either Right Side Butt Forward or Left Side Butt Forward. This is the same as the 1874 model, except without the swivel belt asttachment. 1885 Cavalry Model - is made to fit the 1873 Single Action Army (SAA) Colt and the Smith & Wesson Schofield with a 7 1/2" barrel. US is embossed on the holster body. Comes as either Right Side Butt Forward or Left Side Butt Forward. 1885 Artillery Model - is made to fit the 1873 Single Action Army (SAA) Colt with a 5 1/2" barrel and the Smith & Wesson Schofield with a 5 1/2" barrel. US is embossed on the holster body. Comes as either Right Side Butt Forward or Left Side Butt Forward.
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Made from our quality 20 ounce field service sky blue wool. The coat is virtually identical to the Mounted Greatcoat from 1858 except the collar is a little shorter in height and a gray wool flannel body lining has been added. Raw bottom skirt, as per originals in Sky Blue Wool.
Chevrons are not included, whether pictured or not, but can be added for an additional charge. |
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Custom made item, please allow 8 - 10 weeks
for delivery. Custom Clothing and Uniforms are not returnable. Rush orders are available
for an additional price. A rush order reduces the manufacturing time from 8 - 10 weeks to 4 - 5
weeks. The price on rush orders DOES NOT include faster shipping, for faster shipping use the shipping
option on the "View Cart" page.
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The cape has the colored wool lining denoting branch of service, but is NOT detachable. Buttons are supplied but not sewn on. Raw bottom skirt, as per originals in Sky Blue Wool.
Chevrons are not included, whether pictured or not, but can be added for an additional charge. Branch of Service Colors for Cape: Artillery: Red; Cavalry - Yellow 1872 - 1884; Infantry - Sky Blue 1855 - 1884; Ordnance: Crimson; Hospital Steward: Green. |
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Custom made item, please allow 8 - 10 weeks
for delivery. Custom Clothing and Uniforms are not returnable. Rush orders are available
for an additional price. A rush order reduces the manufacturing time from 8 - 10 weeks to 4 - 5
weeks. The price on rush orders DOES NOT include faster shipping, for faster shipping use the shipping
option on the "View Cart" page.
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for hat size conversion and measurement chart.
For more information on ordering, see Order Information Page. Click Here. Felt and Straw Hats will normally take 2 - 4 weeks for delivery. Enlisted Kepis and Forage Caps will normally take 3 -5 weeks for delivery. Officers Kepis and Forage Caps will normally take 10 - 12 weeks for delivery. |
| Need other items to complete your Enlisted Indian Wars outfit? Insignia Pants Vest Campaign Shirt Dress Shirt Suspenders Cravat Hat Leggings Shoes/Boots |
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| Accouterments: Belts Cartridge Boxes Holsters Other Musical Personal Items Writing Equipment | ||
| Set Dressing: Barrels, Boxes, Etc Buckets Cups, Plates, Etc Lanterns Tents | ||
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| All Officer Uniforms (Coats, Pants, Vests, Kepis and Forage Caps), all Indian War Uniforms (Coats, Pants, Wool Shirts & Vests) and All Civilian Clothing (Coats, Pants & Vests) as well as Many Large and Tall size items take 9 to 11 weeks for delivery; UNLESS the item has a delivery time listed, then that is the delivery time. Most other clothing (WHITE Cotton Shirts, Cravats, Suspenders, Felt Hats, etc.) take 2 - 4 weeks for delivery. For more information on ordering, see Order Information Page. Click Here. For Clothing and Uniform measurement chart: Click Here. |
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