Here is a listing of the uniform items and approximate cost. This should only be used as a Guideline, as each merchant's prices will vary. Each piece is listed in the approximate order of importance.
The Basics
Trousers, sky blue, mounted pattern $89, or foot pattern $72
Braces (Suspenders) - $14
Cavalry Shell Jacket - $165, or Sack coat - $85
Saber belt with buckle - $95
or
Waist belt with keeper & US buckle - $35
Period Shirt (regulation white muslin or civilian pattern) - $35
Forage Cap, Kepi or Slouch Hat - $42
Boots (period style square toe black) - $250
or
Brogans (shoes) - $115
Wool socks - $15
Tin Cup - $12
Tin Plate - $6
Canteen (Stainless steel) -$45
Haversack- $30
The basic uniform will allow a trooper to participate in Living History events and encampments.
The Weaponry
Enfield Muskatoon - $500
or
Sharps carbine - $730
or
Smith Carbine (cavalry version) - $750
Carbine sling and swivel snap - $45
Carbine cartridge box - $40
Cap pouch - $25
or
Henry rifle - $1050
Cartridge box with sling - $95
or
Spencer carbine - $975
Spencer Blakeslee box - $250
Other weapons are acceptable but check with someone in the 9th before you buy anything!!
Black powder - $12 Lb.
Percussion caps - $12 (200)
This equipment, along with all of the basics will allow the trooper to participate as a
dismounted trooper in all living history encampments, parades, and battles.
The Extras
Tent (w/stakes and poles) - $160
Rubber blanket (ground cover) or poncho - $45
Revolver - $160 and up
Revolver holster - $32.50
Saber (1860 light cavalry) - $115
Hat insignias (crossed sabers, "9", "B") - $10
Blanket - 49.50
Gauntlets (gloves) - $35 and up
Lantern - $22.50
Spurs brass w/straps - $30
Great coat - $250
Some more stuff
(Nice to have but not necessary to participate)
Period glasses
Ear plugs
Food
Frying pan
Matches
Rain poncho
Tobacco
Pocket testament
Pocket watch
Hatchet
Knife
Handkerchief
Folding cot
Blanket roll
The extra equipment adds to the event and your comfort, but aren't necessary to participate.
