Description

This is a documented style cape cut at the same length as the cape on our Officer’s Cloak Coat. (longer than the enlisted overcoat cape and also several inches longer down the back, see photo of Cloak Coat – falls to waist or below in front a couple inches above sleeve edge on sides over the shoulder, depending on height) These “short” capes are seen in period photos and advertisements, etc., just as the rubberized capes are. It is a full cape, in body despite the length. The sizing on capes really only pertains critically to the collar. The cape like the cloak coat was made to be worn over the coat so these are made with a roomy collar measuring about 21″ so should fit most everyone. (buttons can be moved in if desired) Capes were a less expensive and very practical alternative for the officer, especially the lower grades who could not afford the cloak coat or did not want to carry it. This style basically converts the sack coat or frock into a version of the overcoat with the added warmth protection over the shoulders and arms but allows the complete unencumbered use of the hands and access to all accoutrement. Like it’s longer big brother, this cape was still very versatile and could be wrapped about the soldier, pulled up over the head or laid out as a supplement to the blanket. Made of fine navy blue wool, the same as our cloak coat, and lined in black cotton/muslin with a standard style falling collar which can be turned up against wind and weather. Closes with five small eagle “C” buttons down the front with all buttonholes hand sewn. These capes were most often made plain so we have done so for you, however, handsome examples are also extant with braid applied to the edge in black and even the color of branch of service. We leave that to you to make the statement you prefer. This item is also an alternative appropriate for the NCO, any civilian, fraternal organization impression, even the ladies, with a simple change of buttons. It’s length also makes it a workable alternative for the younger ones if desired. We are happy yet again to offer another alternative addition to the winter kit without breaking the bank.