Civil War Blankets and Haversacks
Fall Creek Suttlery
Sutler of Civil War Uniforms and Equipment
PO Box 92
Whitestown, In 46075
(765) 482-1861 ....(765) 482-1848 fax
Civil War Blankets and 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
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.................................................................................................$24.95
CS Pattern Haversack, One Button Pattern. Featured in "the Confederate
Sketchbook" (Sold on our "Books" page). Medium weight canvas
with a center seam strap like the originals. One pewter button on a square reinforcement.
American made in our shop...............................................................................$
19.95
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
CS Pattern Variant Haversack,
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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!!
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!!
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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Knapsacks
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
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
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
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
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
Gaitors, Canvas, with leather straps and buckles on the side. Leather Stirrup
Strap.
Specify S, M, or L-
White Canvas Gaitors............................................................$34.95
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Black Tarred Gaitors..............................................................$34.95
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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.
Fall Creek Suttlery
P.O. Box 92
Whitestown, In 46075
(765) 482-1861
(765) 482-1848 fax
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