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This uniform and equipment list is the result of years of research. It is constantly updated to provide you with the most authentic equipment for the best price. Each item is listed with the most appropriate supplier listed as number one, and acceptable substitutes following. These choices are based on the highest level of authenticity for the best price. The homework is already done for you; there are reasons why some suppliers are listed for specific items and not for others. We ask that you follow the list when making new purchases or upgrading your existing impression.
If you have any questions at all, please contact the 8th's Quartermaster.
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| Item | Image | 1st Choice | 2nd Choice | 3rd Choice |
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Forage Cap |
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N.J.
Sekela nick@njsekela.com |
Dirty
Billy 7574 Middleburg Road Detour, MD 21757 (410) 775-1865 |
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| Frock
Coat Check with the 8th Conn. quartermaster if you wish to purchase Connecticut State buttons for your frock coat. |
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Regimental
Quartermaster P.O. Box 553 Hatboro, PA 19040 1-800-929-1863 |
Provisional
Supply 463 Millbridge Clementon, NJ 08021 (856) 287-8920 |
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| Sack
Coat The sack coat (also called "Fatigue Blouse") should be purchased before a frock. Get the lined J.T. Martin. |
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C.
J. Daley PO Box 425 Scotland, PA 17254 1-866-851-1861 |
N.J.
Sekela nick@njsekela.com |
Provisional
Supply 463 Millbridge Clementon, NJ 08021 (856) 287-8920 |
| Trousers Sky blue trousers are most appropriate. Dark blues may be purchased for early-war or dress occasions. |
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Stony
Book Company 169 West 5th Street Oswego, NY 13126 (315) 343-1557 |
Provisional
Supply 463 Millbridge Clementon, NJ 08021 (856) 287-8920 |
K&P
Weaver P.O. Box 1131 Orange, CT 06477 (203) 795-9024 |
| Drawers "Union suits" are not correct for this time period, so a pair of drawers from these vendors are ideal. |
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C.
J. Daley PO Box 425 Scotland, PA 17254 1-866-851-1861 |
K&P
Weaver P.O. Box 1131 Orange, CT 06477 (203) 795-9024 |
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| Suspenders Those Rebels better not catch you with your pants down. |
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N.J.
Sekela nick@njsekela.com |
Regimental
Quartermaster P.O. Box 553 Hatboro, PA 19040 1-800-929-1863 |
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Shirt |
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K&P
Weaver P.O. Box 1131 Orange, CT 06477 (203) 795-9024 |
N.J.
Sekela nick@njsekela.com |
C.
J. Daley PO Box 425 Scotland, PA 17254 1-866-851-1861 |
| Shoes A pair of well-fitting, authentic shoes is extremely important for being on the march. |
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Missouri
Boot & Shoe Co. 951 Burr Crossing Rd. Neosho, MO 64850 (417) 451-6100 |
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| Wool
Socks Heavy grey socks from any sutler will do. Foot care is a priority! |
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Any Sutler | ||
| Eyeglasses If you absolutely need them, period eyeglasses are required. Period. |
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Local Antique Store | Grand
Spectacle 528 W. Water Street Elmira, NY 14905 (607) 732-6045 |
Re-Enactment
Eyewear 1738 East 3rd Street, #346 Williamsport, PA 17701 (570) 322-9849 |
| Overcoat
(optional) Through August of 1863, the 8th was issued grey overcoats. Remember to request that when ordering. |
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K&P
Weaver P.O. Box 1131 Orange, CT 06477 (203) 795-9024 |
County
Cloth 13797-C Georgetown St.NE Paris, Ohio 44669 crchilds1@verizon.net |
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| Vest
(optional) Vests were not issued; they were purchased privately by soldiers. |
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K&P
Weaver P.O. Box 1131 Orange, CT 06477 (203) 795-9024 |
| Musket It's pretty hard to go to war without one. Buy an 1853 Enfield or 1861 Springfield 3-band musket. |
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John
Zimmerman P.O. Box 1351 Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 (304) 535-2558 |
Regimental
Quartermaster P.O. Box 553 Hatboro, PA 19040 1-800-929-1863 |
C&D
Jarnagin Co. P.O. Box 1860 Corinth, MS 38835-1860 (662) 287-4977 |
| Musket
sling This is somewhat optional, although it makes carrying the musket on the march easier. |
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Missouri
Boot & Shoe Co. 951 Burr Crossing Rd. Neosho, MO 64850 (417) 451-6100 |
C&D
Jarnagin Co. P.O. Box 1860 Corinth, MS 38835-1860 (662) 287-4977 |
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| Bayonet Original bayonets are encouraged; they are stronger, they look/ fit better, and hey - it sure is authentic! |
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Regimental
Quartermaster P.O. Box 553 Hatboro, PA 19040 1-800-929-1863 |
C&D
Jarnagin Co. P.O. Box 1860 Corinth, MS 38835-1860 (662) 287-4977 |
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| Scabbard The scabbard is the sheath for the bayonet. Don't lose that brass ferrule at the tip. |
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Duvall
Leatherwork 314 Wyoming Ave. Kingston, PA 18704 (570) 283-9297 |
Missouri
Boot & Shoe Co. 951 Burr Crossing Rd. Neosho, MO 64850 (417) 451-6100 |
C&D
Jarnagin Co. P.O. Box 1860 Corinth, MS 38835-1860 (662) 287-4977 |
| Canteen The most important piece of equipment you will ever carry. Get one with the cotton cloth strap and waxed string. |
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Provisional
Supply 463 Millbridge Clementon, NJ 08021 (856) 287-8920 |
Orchard
Hill Sutlery Dept. WP 417 Esperance Road Esperance, NY 12066 (518) 875-9981 |
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| Plate/Utensils Again, originals are best. They should have wood or bone handles, and forks should have 2 or 3 prongs. |
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C&D
Jarnagin Co. P.O. Box 1860 Corinth, MS 38835-1860 (662) 287-4977 |
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| Tin
cup The cup can also be used for a boiler. Very handy when heating water with which to clean your rifle. |
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C&D
Jarnagin Co. P.O. Box 1860 Corinth, MS 38835-1860 (662) 287-4977 |
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| Haversack The haversack was used mainly for food and not personal items, as it gets greasy fairly quickly. |
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Haversack
Depot PO Box 311262 New Braunfels, TX 78131 (830) 620-5192 |
N.J.
Sekela nick@njsekela.com |
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| Cartridge
Box Be sure and also buy the 1861 pattern, and a brass US plate for the front, the leather sling, & the round brass eagle plate for the sling. |
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Missouri
Boot & Shoe Co. 951 Burr Crossing Rd. Neosho, MO 64850 (417) 451-6100 |
C&D
Jarnagin Co. P.O. Box 1860 Corinth, MS 38835-1860 (662) 287-4977 |
Duvall
Leatherwork 314 Wyoming Ave. Kingston, PA 18704 (570) 283-9297 |
| Cap
Pouch This pouch can hold a surprising number of percussion caps. |
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Duvall
Leatherwork 314 Wyoming Ave. Kingston, PA 18704 (570) 283-9297 |
Missouri
Boot & Shoe Co. 951 Burr Crossing Rd. Neosho, MO 64850 (417) 451-6100 |
C&D
Jarnagin Co. P.O. Box 1860 Corinth, MS 38835-1860 (662) 287-4977 |
| Belt You'll also want to buy the US belt plate that secures it. Get one with a leather or brass keeper. |
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Duvall
Leatherwork 314 Wyoming Ave. Kingston, PA 18704 (570) 283-9297 |
Missouri
Boot & Shoe Co. 951 Burr Crossing Rd. Neosho, MO 64850 (417) 451-6100 |
C&D
Jarnagin Co. P.O. Box 1860 Corinth, MS 38835-1860 (662) 287-4977 |
| Knapsack This is an optional item. Ask your pards for their own personal opinions before making the purchase. |
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Missouri
Boot & Shoe Co. 951 Burr Crossing Rd. Neosho, MO 64850 (417) 451-6100 |
N.J.
Sekela nick@njsekela.com |
C&D
Jarnagin Co. P.O. Box 1860 Corinth, MS 38835-1860 (662) 287-4977 |
| Blanket Purchase this before you would consider buying an overcoat; this can serve the same purpose. |
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C&D
Jarnagin Co. (look under "accessories") P.O. Box 1860 Corinth, MS 38835-1860 (662) 287-4977 |
N.J.
Sekela nick@njsekela.com |
County
Cloth 13797-C Georgetown St.NE Paris, Ohio 44669 crchilds1@verizon.net |
| Tent Be sure that your tent does not have metal grommets! Buy a complete tent from the 8th's own tent maker (R.U.Anel). |
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Haversack
Depot PO Box 311262 New Braunfels, TX 78131 (830) 620-5192 |
R. U. Anel |
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| Ground
Cloth This can also serve as a poncho when it starts to rain. Required for New Market, VA. |
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C&D
Jarnagin Co. P.O. Box 1860 Corinth, MS 38835-1860 (662) 287-4977 |
N.J.
Sekela nick@njsekela.com |
Last updated: February 19th, 2008.
8th Connecticut
Quartermaster:
Sgt. Nate Bayreuther
(203) 269-2048
Nate8thcvi@juno.com