This is the perfect coat for a young man in both confederate and union camps. This sack coat is a modified version of a sack coat pattern made to look civilian and to fit a child . The coat is made out of wide gage corduroy or heavy cotton. The coat is lined with muslin or homespun there are four bone buttons and the buttonholes sewn by hand. The larger coats have outside pockets. The colors selection for this coat can only be determined by fabric in stock or what is available at that time. We will contact you to let you know what the options are.
It was brought up to our attention a while back that children should not be dressed in military style uniforms. They say that is not proper period looking. Our solution to this remark is to make a kids civilian sack coat. So that way both sides of that coin are covered. There is an added benefit for the families who are duel impression. With this civilian sack coat your child will fit in at both blue and gray camps.
