Description

Rich charcoal gray wool civilian pattern notched collared vest with lightly quilted black cotton lining and black cotton back. (note: stock photos from previous runs may picture a natural cotton quilted interior in front) Our high quality reproduction hard rubber star pattern buttons down the front with all buttonholes hand sewn. (see Woshner for this popular CW era pattern button. Pricing reflects the higher costs of these buttons) Adjustment strap in back with sewn in standard two prong black enameled buckle. Two front pockets. A very nice looking vest. Available labeled for documented southern, western federal or northeastern wartime and pre-war makers. (please specify in comments with order as to which label is preferred or we will mark garment based upon customer’s shipping address) While gray was the color eventually adopted by the CS for regular issued uniforms the color remained popular on both sides in civilian made attire. (Note: Like the dealers in Ready Made Clothing of the day we buy material in bulk and sometimes from different makers depending on availability. While we do not compromise on historical authenticity of the material there may be some variation in dye lot and manufacture. Thus, the material, while still the same basic shade, may not perfectly match previous or future purchases of this item. This is actually a more accurate representation of the material culture of the mid 19th century rather than modern expectation.) The type and color are appropriate for the civilian or soldier of either side. (Note: Unlike modern American sizes which are often larger than the actual measurement indicated, the measurement from side seam to side seam at the base of the arm hole is the actual chest size given, there is a taper inward at the high waist about 3-4″ then back out) Although our clothing items have found widespread approval – uniforming and outer clothing is not our primary business and until recently we have restricted sale of such items to over the counter sales at events and at the shop, where the purchaser has the opportunity to try on the item before purchase. We take no orders for clothing to be made. PLEASE disregard modern sizing models when considering a purchase and instead utilize the actual garment measurements provided in the item description, against the actual measurements you wish the clothing item to fit over, prior to purchase. (please remember other garments you will be wearing this purchased garment over, in addition to body size) If you are unsure please email us with questions.