Uniform Guidelines

While we are not sticklers about exactly what you wear, we do ask that members make an effort to present a respectable and well-thought-out impression.

ItemUSCS
HatHardee hat preferred, US forage cap is okSlouch hat or CS kepi
JacketUS 4 button sack coat preferred, enlisted frock is ok Columbus Depot preferred, generic CS coat ok, frock coat is ok for early war.
PantsSky blue preferred, US dark blue okSky blue or any number of brown/grey versions
ShoesUS issue brogansUS issue brogans
Gun1853 Enfield, 1842/1861 Springfield or 1854 Lorenz. NO 2 BAND RIFLES1853 Enfield, 1842/1861 Springfield or 1854 Lorenz. NO 2 BAND RIFLES
LeathersBlack, cartridge sling ok, brass breastplate okBlack or brown
CanteenSmooth or Bullseye with sky blue or dark blue woolSmooth or bullseye round, also wooden or tin ok
HaversackPlain canvas or black painted canvasPlain canvas or black painted canvas