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M1883 US ARMY WINTER ISSUE CANVAS HOOD:
In absolutely "like new" condition, showing no wear or
mothing, this M1883 Canvas Winter Hood was issued
following the Muskrat Caps as the next piece of headgear
in the continuum of the development of cold weather gear
during the Indian Wars for the soldiers on the northern
plains. The Canvas Hood was more durable and provided
more protection than the previously issued M1879 Muskrat
Cap. The heavy brown canvas hood, lined with bright
red wool, is cut to fully cover the soldier's head and
to fall over the shoulders of his coat. The hood is
equipped with a fold up visor and buttons in the front
of the throat with two buttons. In
like new condition with the paper Philadelphia Depot
size tag is present on the front of the hood and inside
the hood, and the lining ink stamped "Manufactured at
Schuylkill Depot Inspector 2", this hood will make for a
very attractive addition for your Indian War or headgear
collection. $250
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