An unlined blouse with branch of service facing colors (Cavalry is shown at left). The cuff facings appear on the outer portion of the sleeve only. The officer's trim colored collar is standing in place of the Enlisted roll collar. Six large black imitation hard rubber buttons close the front. Two small brass Eagle buttons are used to keep the breast pockets closed. Seams on our coat are flat-felled.

    Shoulder Boards are not included, but are available for an additional charge.

    In 1885 and in 1887, color changes were made designating the Infantry and the Cavalry from the 1872 colors- See larger view.

    Normally only worn on the fatigue uniforms (Sack Coat and Undress Coat). But sometimes used on the Dress Frock Coat for Undress Occasions. Shoulder boards for uniforms are sold in pairs.

    Branch of service colors are: Artillery - Red, Cavalry - 1872-1886 Lemon Yellow / 1887-1898 Dark Yellow, Chaplain - Black w/Cross or Shepherd's Crook, Engineer - Black w/E.C., Infantry - 1872-1884 Sky Blue / 1885-1898 White, Medical - Black w/M.S., Paymaster - Black w/P.D., Quartermaster - Black w/Q.M., Signal Corps - Black w/S.S.

    Staff, including ALL Generals - Black.

    Shoulder Boards are NOT included with coats, but are available for an additional cost. You must add these item to the cart separately.