As an aid to new C. W. Reenactors, SASS Members (Single Action Shooting Society / Cowboy Action Shooting) and Cowboy Mounted Shooting Society Members (CMSA), we
are offering this complete dress uniform for a Union Civil War
soldier. We have chosen the items in this package as typical items for this image, it is
not the only combination of items for the Union dress uniform image.
Hat: Hardee Hat DOES NOT have the ribbon band sewn around the brim edge, but has 2 rows of stitching instead. The hat comes trimmed with Enlisted Brass Branch
Insignia, Brass Hardee Eagle, Hat Cord
and 1 Plume. Trim is supplied loose, NOT
attached.
Coat: Shell Jacket. This waist length jackets were worn by many Civil War Union Cavalry and Artillery units throughout the war. Our shell
jackets and roundabouts are made from a good grade of dark blue wool and the standard lining for enlisted men is natural muslin. Standard braid on the M1858
Regulation Trimmed SHELLJACKET is cotton twill. Worsted wool braid is available at extra cost. The M1858 jacket has two bolsters in back to support the waist belt. The
jacket front has 12 small US Eagle buttons supplied. Collar has the double side buttons.
Shirt: Unbleached Muslin shirt features the drop shoulder pattern, with gathered sleeves and cuff and the placket front. Three Mother of Pearl
buttons on the front, with one on each cuff. Comes standard with the stand and fall collar (as shown).
Pants: Both the M-1858 (Dark Blue) and M-1862 (Sky Blue) US Army trousers are offered. Our Union style trousers have the split back with cord
tie and comes with side seam pockets. Trousers should be worn quite loose. They also have a 1" higher rise than today's blue jeans. Legs are left un-hemmed so that you can
hem them the length that you want. Pewter buttons for fly and suspenders are supplied. ONE front suspender button is standard. If two per side are desired, specify and add
50 cents. Mounted style has an extra layer of wool in the seat and inner leg area.
Belt: Standard U.S. Civil War Sabre Belt.
Holster: Right side, butt forward Holster as per regulations. An optional 2nd holster can be added which is Left side, butt forward.
Pistol Cartridge Box: Standard U.S. Civil War Pistol Cartridge Box.
Cap Box: The Cap Box holds the percussion caps for the carbine. It is optional, as troops
with cartridge weapons (Spencers, etc) did not carry these.
Carbine Sling: Standard U.S. Civil War Carbine Sling with Swivel.
Carbine Cartridge Box: Standard U.S. Civil War Carbine Cartridge Box.
Boots: Mounted Boots. 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. They are ideal for many impressions from just after 1800 through 1900. Sizes 8 EE - 13 1/2 EE.
Spurs: Enlisted Spurs and Spur Straps.
Greatcoat: U.S. M1858 Greatcoat for Mounted Service in Sky Blue.
Branch trim colors: Artillery - Red, Cavalry - Yellow or Mounted Rifles - Green.

Artillery |

Artillery Musician |

Cavalry |

Cavalry Musician |

Mounted Rifles |
Chevrons, Service Stripes and Trouser Stripes are not included with
uniforms, whether pictured or not, but can be added for an additional charge.
Material
and Color Samples Page.
Measurement Chart: Click Here.
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.