Civil War Blankets and Haversacks

Fall Creek Suttlery
Fall Creek Suttlery Tent
Sutler of Civil War Uniforms and Equipment
PO Box 92
Whitestown, In 46075
(765) 482-1861 ....(765) 482-1848 fax


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Civil War Blankets and Haversacks



Civil War Haversacks-







Haversack
, 2 pewter buttons .US Pattern. Medium weight canvas with a center seam strap like the originals.
All of these haversacks are American made in our shop.....................................................$19.95




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Haversack
. Suitable for the early Civil War or Mexican War, 3 buttons with a Scalloped flap. Medium weight canvas drill with a center seam strap like the originals. Features correct style pewter buttons
American made in our shop.................................................................................................$24.95



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CS Pattern Haversack
, One Button Pattern. Featured in "the Confederate Sketchbook" (Sold on our "Books" page). Medium weight canvas with a center seam strap like the originals. One pewter button on a square reinforcement.
American made in our shop...............................................................................$ 19.95

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US Tarred Haversack
. Made from canvas coated with a tar substance similar to the original. Canter Seam Strap. Leather strap closure (sewn on) and black japanned roller buckle.
Has a cotton liner bag buttoned in with three tin buttons. American made.........................................................$34.95


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CS Pattern Variant Haversack
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Similar to US Tarred Haversack, except not tarred. Leather strap and black japanned buckle closure. Has "button in" liner bag with three tin buttons. Center seam canvas strap.
Measures Approx 12" X 14" X 2". Copy of an original......$26.95


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Artillery Gunners Haversack

These were used by the gunner in the number four position to carry the loaded charge from the limber to the muzzle of the gun. These haversacks protected the charge from an errant ignition source that may set it off. We make these in our own shop out of oak tanned leather with correct style black japanned roller buckles on both the flap closure and shoulder strap. These are copied from an original with period styled maker marks. The body measures approximately 12" X 14" with a 5" gusset all the way around. Includes an inside pouch for storage.........$199.95



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Civil War Ponchos-



Poncho, Rubber coated medium weight canvas. Reinforced edge strips with small size grommets. Reinforced neck hole. 48" x 72". This poncho is the same size and weight as the original that I acquired at the Mansfield, OH Civil War Show a few years ago

NOTE: The ponchos with the white backing have been very difficult to get these days.
The Ponchos and Gum Blankets that we offer today have a black rubber coating on the outside, and black on the inside. I will get pictures up soon, but they look the same. These are not the painted canvas that is seen elsewhere, but a rubber coating that will keep you dry.................$84.95


 

These are American made, just like we have been selling for the last 25 years.
Not the cheap foreign ponchos sold by many other Sutlers/Dealers.
These ponchos will actually keep you dry

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NOTE: The GumBlankets with the white backing have been very difficult to get these days (The American Made ones, that is).
The Ponchos and Gum Blankets that we offer today have a black rubber coating on the outside, and black on the inside.



Gum Blanket
, Black rubber coated canvas with small reinforced grommets. 48" x 71" The same material and dimensions as above, only with no neck hole..........$84.95



These too, are American made, just like we have been selling for the last 25 years.
..Not the cheap foreign Gum Blankets sold by many other Sutlers/Dealers

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Civil War Blankets-



US Issue Blanket, 1861 second issue (emergency issue) blanket, tan with brown stripes, Decent quality wool blend.
Single size is Approximately 62" X 81". Very serviceable with a good look..........$54.95




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US Issue Blanket,
Grey with black stripes woven in. Wool blend, soft and very serviceable. Measures 62" X 81"..... $54.95

Not Available with US hand embroidered - yet,- Coming Soon.

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US Artillery Blanket


US Artillery Blanket, 80/20 wool, Red with Dark Blue Stripes. Measures 62 X 81. Has stripes running both ways on blanket. Very nice quality......................................$59.95

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US Cavalry Blanket,
We found a source for this blanket that looks like the US Cavalry Blanket. This blanket is 80/20 wool and is very serviceable.. Dark blue with red stripes as they should be. Measures 62" X 81".
Will work well as a saddle blanket for Cavalry use, both North or South..................................$54.95 AVAILABLE!!

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CS Cavalry Blanket,
Same blanket as above, only grey with yellow stripes. This blanket is 80/20 wool and it sure looks good. Measures 62" X 81".
Will work well as a saddle blanket for Cavalry use by any Confederate or civilian impression....................$54.95 AVAILABLE!!

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Surplus Blanket,
Very nice and heavy 90% Wool Military Surplus blanket. Size is 60 X 80. The weight of this blanket is unsurpassed for warmth and durability. Nice color that is close to matching the original "Augie Weisert" blanket on display at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum. Light colored stripes that would be appropriate for period use. All in all a nice utility blanket that is very serviceable. Currently available....................................................$54.95



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Wool Blanket,
Grey wool. This is a general utility blanket that will keep you warm or great for placing on the ground at events, etc to stay out of the dirt. Measures 60" X 80" with bound edges.
Very useful and inexpensive........................................................................$29.95


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Blanket Roll Carrier

     
Made in our shop from oak tanned American leather with hand stitching and black japanned buckles. Configuration as shown. Standard color is black, but we can make any color desired (buckles will still be black) ............................. $74.95

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Knapsack pictureKnapsacks


Federal Double Bag Knapsack, U.S.Army Regulation M1853/55 Non-Rigid type. With shoulder straps and brass hooks. Exact configuration of the original pattern. Canvas coated with a durable tar like substance similar to the originals. This regulation pattern consisting of two bags or compartments, a front section that folded into a partial envelope and rear section made of four triangular flaps that buckled together, joined by a top strip with two sewn leather loops for the blanket straps. Knapsack was fitted with 2" wide leather shoulder straps that terminated with brass attachment points allowing for connection to the armpit and adjustable cross (breast) straps. Leather straps throughout, with rawhide type ties on the inside bag like the original. Brass hardware and correct japanned roller buckles make this one of the best knapsacks on the market for both US and CS usage. Tabs sewn onto the top to accommodate the blanket roll straps (Not Inculded- Available below) . By all period accounts the most commonly issued type of field pack capable of carrying 40 to 50 pounds of personal kit. Found in an infinite number of variations including state models and examples made for the militia, sometimes with stenciled unit designation.

Exact copy of the originals.....................................................$95.00

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Blanket Roll Strap
, for above Knapsack 1" Black leather straps with correct black japanned roller buckles hand sewn with keeper. Necessary to strap the blanket roll onto your knapsack. Each Knapsack requires two of these straps
....................................................................................Price each....$9.95

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Brass J Hooks, for Knapsacks,
Solid brass hooks with applied button head, as copied from originals. These are used on the knapsack cross straps for support. Each knapsack requires two hooks, right and left. Sold as a set.......................................................................Per set $8.95

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Brass Stud, for Knapsacks,
Solid brass double headed stud as used on knapsacks and sword belts. Each knapsack uses two of these to attach the cross straps and shoulder straps to the main shoulder straps. These are for replacement or when assembling your knapsack. Appropriate for either US or CS Knapsacks.
Sold individually..............................Price each $3.50

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Carpet Bags-



We have a nice selection of Carpet Bags in three sizes. Patterns are what would be found during the period, all woven prints. Variety of colors. Please state your color range preference. Nicely finished Oak handles, and button flap closure.


Large Carpet Bag ( 21" X 8")
- $74.25
Medium Carpet Bag
( 17" X 7")- $66.75
Small Carpet Bag ( 13" X 5 1/2")
- $59.25

Sorry! Carpet Bags are not available right now!

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We have a nice selection of Carpet Bags in three sizes. Patterns are what would be found during the period, all woven prints. Variety of colors. Please state your color range preference. Nicely finished Oak handles, and button flap closure.
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Carpet Haversack
, Same heavy tapestry material as above. Approximately the same size as a tarred haversack. Flap with a large button closure. Strap is same material as bag. Great for CS or civilian impression. Lined with cotton. These usually have a pocket or two inside. - $39.95




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Miscellaneous-


Canvas Water Bucket. Heavy cotton w/canvas handle. Collapsible for easy storage. Holds water for transport. Approximately 9" Diameter and 14" Tall........ $19.95


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Gaitors
, Canvas, with leather straps and buckles on the side. Leather Stirrup Strap.
Specify S, M, or L-
White Canvas Gaitors............................................................$34.95 pr
Black Tarred Gaitors..............................................................$34.95 pr
If you are not sure what size please give us your calf measurement, you can list it in the comment area of your order form.

If you are not sure what size you need tell us your calf measurement.

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Whitestown, In 46075
(765) 482-1861
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