Original U.S. Indian Wars Model 1872 Federal Issue Chasseur Style Pattern Kepi
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Original Item: Only one available. This is a fine example of an Indian Wars Issue Model 1872 chasseur-style kepi in good condition. As issued to both enlisted men and officer’s during this period. This example is missing the chinstrap and buttons.
This Federal Chasseur Pattern Kepi features fabric of very fine blue wool broadcloth. The crown stands nearly 2 1/4" high at the front, 4 1/2" at the rear seam and the top is 4 1/2" in diameter, stiffened with a pasteboard beneath the lining. The body of the cap meets a band of wool seamed only at the rear and stiffened with leather. The cap's interior is lined with brown polished cotton which is still mostly attached to the top seam but is separated at the bottom. The Moroccan leather sweatband is 1 1/8" wide and completely intact with all stitching. The flat visor is original to the hat, and composed of tarred leather. Unfortunately, the chinstrap and buttons are absent on this cap.
The interior liner has a clear maker’s mark for the Burton-Pierce Company of Boston & Chicago.
Indian Wars and Civil War ‘chasseur style’ kepis are quite popular. This wonderful condition sample will make an excellent addition to any military headgear collection!
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