This coat is based on
the coat worn by Private David Weller From the 2nd Kentucky
Infantry. The original coat is in the Kentucky Military Museum and is a perfect
example of a ready-made civilian overcoat, purchased and used for
military purposes.
Time Frame
1861-1865
Materials
Body: jean cloth
Lining: cotton
Assembly
Machine sewn with
handsewn buttonholes and hand detailing
Size
38, 40, 42, 44, 46, 48,
50, 52
Color(s)
brown
Price
Regularly $275.00
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The hood is great to keep the whipping wind off the
back of your neck.
Two front pockets are perfect for keeping your hands
warm or to store your favorite reading materail
Two openings in the side seams allow the wearer to get
to your trowser pockets without opening the coat.
This overcoat folds nicely into your knapsack when not
in use.