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#7281
M-1872 OFFICER’S OVERCOAT (SURTOUT): Made
from our quality 19 ounce Field Service Dark Blue Wool for warmth, with
3/4 length heavy black
cotton lining and black cotton lined detachable cape. Distinctive
black sleeve braid denoting
the officer’s rank is as follows:
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2nd Lieutenant- No braid
- 1st Lieutenant- 1 row
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Captain- 2 rows
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Major- 3 rows
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Lt Colonel- 4 rows
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Colonel- 5
rows.
Per
Regulations, the coat has a 14
button front for all Officers from Second Lieutenant thru Colonel.
The cape closes with one button at the neck and is removable.
Generals did not wear this coat, but continued to wear the Civil War era
Cloak Coat instead. The General Service buttons (US Eagle with
Shield) are included in the price but not
sewn on.
Made in the USA!
All coats shown here are
custom made. Because custom orders are not returnable, please go to the measurements
page and submit your measurements when you order.
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