U.S. M1858 Enlisted Sky Blue Greatcoat |
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Civil War Union Soldiers were issued greatcoats to
be worn over their uniforms during the winter months.
The Foot (Infantry) version (pictured at left) is single
breasted with a standing collar and has an elbow length cape.
The Mounted (Cavalry and Artillery) version is double
breasted with a stand and fall collar and a cuff length cape.
Our standard quality coat is made of quality heavy weight
wool with a heavy cotton drill body lining that extends below the waist. An optional
wool body lining, for the ultimate in warmth, is available at extra cost. Coats have
down turn sleeve cuffs and a split back seam with two piece back belts. Back belts
have two buttonholes and one button for waist adjustment. Raw bottom skirt, as per
original uniforms in Sky Blue Wool.
Chevrons 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.
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See Indian Wars
Greatcoat page for M1872 (blanket lined M1858 coat), M1873
(double cape M1851 coat), M1880, M1884, M1885 and M1887 Greatcoats. Models starting in 1880 had
branch color lined capes and 1884 on had detachable capes, attached with hook and eyes
(NOTE: Many officers used enlisted greatcoats, some with the detachable capes well before
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U.S. Civil War Chevrons for NCO's |
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Our US NCO Chevrons (rank stripes) are made loose
and may be ordered by themselves. The backing is of the same wool as our
uniforms are made from, so there is no noticeable color difference. They are
available in two price levels for Artillery, Cavalry, Engineers and Infantry
branches: cotton twill tape and worsted wool braid.
Chevrons are also available for Sky Blue Greatcoats and Veterans Reserve Corps Jackets. Reverse colors are used on Infantry Greatcoats
and Veterans Reserve Coats - Dark Blue stripes are placed on a Sky Blue wool background.
NOTE: COTTON TWILL Chevrons are no longer a stock item and can take up 8 weeks for delivery.
NOTE: Worsted Wool Chevrons are NORMALLY in stock, but if we are out of it can take up to 8 weeks for delivery.
NOTE: Berdan Sharpshooters are available in Cotton Twill only.
NOTE: Ordnance Sergeant Chevrons are available in Crimson & Worsted Braid ONLY.
NOTE: Ordnance Department is available in Worsted Braid only.
NOTE: Marine Corps is available in Worsted Braid only. Regulation is Yellow lace on a Scarlet background.

5 Year
Service Stripe
(Infantry) |

5 Year
War Service Stripe
(Cavalry) |

Corporal
(Cavalry) |

Sergeant
(Artillery) |

1st Sergeant
(Infantry) |

Hospital
Steward |

Ordnance
Sergeant |

Company
QM Sgt.
(Cavalry) |

Regimental
QM Sgt.
(Artillery) |

Sergeant Major
(Infantry) |
For Great Coats, Veteran Reserve and Sewn-On, Specify Branch: Artillery, Cavalry, Engineers, Infantry, Marine, Ordnance or Berdan Sharpshooters.
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