TRANS-MISSISSIPPI
DEPOT CO.
2009
CIVILIAN
CATALOGUE
TRANS-Mississippi DEPOT COMPANY
209 W. SPUR DR., COTTONWOOD, AZ, 86326-5003
2009 Price Lists!!!
Thank you for looking through our catalogs.
Since 1994, we here at Trans-Mississippi Depot Company have made sure that All the items listed in our catalog are copied directly from original examples in our own collection, or from examples in public museum collections or from private collections.
We strive to be as accurate as possible in all our work, to ensure you are getting the most accurate reproduction possible, in look, feel, and materials. We strive to make your impression the best it can be.
You will find a complete list of items here listed under the following categories:
Union:
Accoutrements, Haversacks Knapsacks Canteen & Rifle Slings, Tents, Shirts Underclothing & Uniforms, Caps & Hats, Personal Items
Confederate:
Accoutrements, Haversacks Knapsacks Canteen & Rifle Slings, Tents, Shirts Underclothing & Uniforms, Caps & Hats, Personal Items
Civilian:
Leathers, Tents, Underclothing, Shirts, Coats & Trousers, Personal Items
Custom orders are welcome!!! We can make almost any item in leather, cloth and some metal work……….Please give us a call. …..You have the idea …We can make it happen!!!
CIVILIAN
Leathers & Belts
All our civilian belts are made from original examples I have personally examined & surveyed. Each one is correct in all aspects and will give that nice finishing touch to your impression.
Each belt is made in exacting detail per the original copied. The hardware we utilize are all made here in the United States, and are expertly crafted directly from originals. Our stamped hardware are made from the original dyes, or made by us in our shop.
We do our own tooling completely from scratch, as seen on many examples of holsters, belts & wallets from the period.
BELTS
Roller Buckle Belts
Civilian Harness Leather Roller Buckle Belts are amongst the most common found, spanning the entire length of the 1800’s. These are the most common type of belt found from East to West.
We are happy to offer 2 different types of fancy edge tooling to our leather belts.
Call for details…………………Added tooling starting at just $15 per Belt
CIVB1 1 ¾“wide Belt, with 1 ¾”Roller Buckle, Available in Black, Russet or Natural ………………………………………………………………..$55.
CIVB2 1 ¼” Belt, with 1 ¾”Roller Buckle. Available in Black, Russet or Natural ……………………………………………………………………….……..$55.
CIVB3 1 ¾“wide Waist Belt, with 1 ¼” Roller Buckle Belt.
This tapered belt is unique in its construction. It is made out of 1 ¾ “ wide leather with a tapered end that fits into 1 ¼ “ buckle set on the outside of the belt. A common civilian pattern that was used in military service
Available in Black, Russet or Natural………………….……………..…..$55.
CIVB4 Civilian/Confederate Double Tongue Belt. (1840-80’s)
This belt is seen a number of photos of civilian & Confederates. It is typical of the belts brought from home to be used in the army early in the war. It is 2 1/2” to 3” wide, with 2 buckles on the one end and two tongues on the other. A correct and unique belt for that “rebellious” impression
Available in Black, Russet or Natural ………………………..………..$65.
CIVB5 Money Belt
Belt is made from thin calf skin with compartments to hide money & coins. A must have for that civilian that has a lot of money on their person that wants some security.
Available in Black, Russet or Natural ………………………..………..$90.
HOLSTERS
This new section is an out growth of the custom work I have done for folks over the years, and will grow as I add patterns and styles to it.
Holsters of the period cover a wide variety of styles and for a wide variety of fire arms made during the period. They cover Military Style Flap types, Half Flap Types & “California” Pattern open tops All were popular during the period.
These show up from everything from a simple line embossing to heavily tooled designs. PLEASE SPECIFY PISTOL TYPE
CIVHOL1 “California” Holster
These holsters cover a wide variety of styles and for a wide variety of fire arms made during the period. They cover Military Flap types, Half Flap Types & “California” Pattern open tops All were popular during the period.
These show up from everything from a simple line embossing to heavily tooled designs. We offer 3 basic styles just as the stores back then would for a commercial holster, they are:
Line Embossed……………………………………………………………………..$70.
Scallops & Daisies………………………………………………………………….$80.
The Works (Line embossed with Scallops, Roses, & Daisies ………$95.
Custom California Style Holsters, CALL FOR INFORMATION ON TYPES AND STYLES FOR YOUR PISTOL……Prices start at just $60 !
CIVHOL2 “Slim Jim” Type Holster……………………………………….$70
HOLSTERS Continued
CIVHOL3 Common Replacement Holster with Belt………………..$100
Just the Holster………………………………………………….$65
Just the Belt……………………………………………………….$55
CIVHOL4 Military Style Flap Holster…………………………………….$95
CIVHOL5 Half Flap Holster………………………………………………….$80
NEW! KNIFE SCABBARDS
The Knife scabbards we make are copied directly off originals used and made during the period. These come in a nice variety and cam be made to fit most any knife.
KS1 “Russell” style center seam style Scabbard & Belt.
The Russell Knife Company at Green River offered a “One Size Fits all” scabbard and belt for their popular trade knives. Troy Groves and I worked on this project, copying the scabbard from the original information found in the Russell Knife Catalog from the period. Faithfully reproduced it in every detail, it is a simple but sturdy scabbard holding the blade and grip securely into the scabbard body.
Scabbard and Belt…………………………………………………………………..$80.
Scabbard only…………………………………………………………………………$35.
Belt Only…………………………………………………………………………..……$45.
KS2 “Mansfield” style one piece scabbard
The Scabbard and its side knife reside in the collections at Mansfield State Historic site in Louisiana. Surveyed by myself when I worker as a Interpretive Ranger. It is a simple and straight forward scabbard made of one piece of leather folded back on it self, forming the belt loop and scabbard body. When ordering please send a tracing of your knife to ensure a proper fit…………….$50.
KNIFE SCABBARDS Continued
KS3 “Kelsey” Commercial replacement scabbard
The original scabbard with its Sheffield bowie resides in the private collection of Larry Kelsey of Los Olivos California. It is a common period commercially made replacement scabbard, made in various sizes to fit knives of different blade lengths. It is unique that it has a small retaining strap with a finial stud and latch tab to secure the knife Totally hand sewn.
Kelsey Scabbard for 5” Blade……………………….…………………………$60.
Kelsey Scabbard for 7” Blade………………………….………………………$65.
Kelsey Scabbard for 8” Blade……………………….…………………………$70.
Kelsey Scabbard for 10” Blade………………………………………………..$75.
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Flys
FLYS
CIVFLY1 Cotton Drill Fly.
Period Machine sewn, using the 1851 Pat. Wilson Mechanism, it is sewn out of 100% Cotton Drill, and is 9 feet by 12 feet in size .Fly has Hand Sewn Grommet Holes along the edge, 3 along each side………………………………………………..$125.
CIVFLY2 Cotton DUCK Fly.
Period Machine sewn, using the 1851 Pat. Wilson Mechanism, it is sewn out of 100% Sturdy Cotton Duck, and is 9 feet by 12 feet in size .Fly has Hand Sewn Grommet Holes along the edge, 3 along each side……………………..…………..$125.
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Underclothing, Shirts, Coats & Trouser
A word concerning clothing…………
When making your period clothing. There are several things that make a garment really “correct”.
Making sure that the research, patterns, & materials that go into your garment are the most accurate is of paramount importance to me. I want you, the customer to have the best I can produce. I use only the best historically accurate materials for your clothing, regardless if it is the thread, buttons, or fabric.
We offer garments that are made to the highest standards of authenticity, ensuring that ALL the interior work in your garment is totally accurate. Even though you don’t see the work, you know it’s there. It gives you true confidence when saying to yourself, “I am wearing a historically correct and accurate garment!”
The Clothing offered here is made to reflect the mass produced clothing industry that produced the majority of clothing for working folks & clothing sold to pioneers on the frontier.
The Period Mass Produced clothing we make reflects the fast assembly the original garments shown during the period.
Remember these items were not tailor made.
A good amount of Mercantile and Slop Shop clothing was mass-produced. To reflect this, there may appear on your Clothing item some of the following attributes encountered on original garments:
EXTENAL STITCHING
Some seam lines on the machine made items wave a little as per the originals due to the speed of mass production, especially regarding machine sewing.
The same goes for the hand stitching on mass produced garments, as the stitching on some original examples show a little wider stitches and spacing. In general the garments exhibit signs of being produced quickly and efficiently.
BUTTON HOLES
The buttonholes in general on issue clothing, especially Underclothing, Shirts, and Trousers are found to be a little coarse, but securely done. They usually were varying between 10-30 stitches per inch depending on the original copied.
On Coats, the button holes tend to be more finely sewn at a fairly consistent stitch per inch (around 15 or more).
PLEASE, if you have any questions or concerns, Please contact me when placing an order for your garment.
UNDERCLOTHING
Underclothing can be made in a variety of standard sizes for your comfort.
NEW! CIVUC1 Drawers (AKA Underpants)
Utilizing a common simple pattern. These are a copy of a common set of inexpensive mercantile drawers.
Made of Cotton Osnaberg…………………………………………………………$60
Made of Canton Flannel…………………………………………………………...$80
Made of Linen………………………………………………………………………….$95
CIVUC2 Sleeveless Undershirt.
Shirt is copied from originals and information out of the Sutter’s Fort Clothing Hand Book by David W. Rickman. This is a nice Undershirt for summer, made out of Cotton sheeting, with hand sewn button holes.
Osnaberg…………………………………………………………….………………...$50
Canton Flannel …………….………………………………………….…………...$60.
CIVUC3 Private Purchase Long Sleeved Undershirt.
Copied from original used by a mid western farmer, original shirt was machine sewn out of osnaberg and had one button at the neck. Offered in both Osnaberg and out of Canton Flannel (for a warmer undershirt).
Original Osnaberg …………………………..…………………..……………..…$55.
Canton Flannel …………….………………………………………………….…...$65.
SHIRTS
Shirts are made “one size fits all”.
(I am happy to accommodate my customers that require a larger size. Feel free to call or contact me)
These shirts are based on examples that would be commonly purchased at the local Mercantile or “Slop” shops that sold mass produced clothing.
NOTE: These shirts are made with period machine stitching with hand sewn buttonholes as per the originals
CIVSH1 Cotton Sheeting Shirt,
A commonly seen patterned shirt in period photos, made out of Natural Cotton sheeting. As per originals, it is sewn with period correct 100% cotton Glace thread by period machine.
The shirts placket has 3 bone buttons (including the collar button) and a button at each cuff. All the buttons and flat felling is done by hand, Shirt is made as a one size fits all shirt and fits chest sizes from 36”-44”……………………….$85
CIVSH2 Osnaberg, Check or Linen Shirt,
Same as above, But made from Osnaberg fits chest sizes from 36”-44”……$85
Check Fabric………………………………………………………………………...$90
White Linen…..………………………………………………………………………$100
CIVSH3 Louisiana pattern Shirt, (1861-65)
This shirt is patterned the civilian pattern shirt in the Trioni Collection that is attributed to a member of the 3rd Louisiana Inf.
While the original shirt is made from a hand woven Acadian cotton striped fabric. We offer this shirt as an excellent example of a Southern made shirt made out of Cotton Sheeting. It is sewn with period correct 100% cotton Glace thread. The shirt has 2 buttons (including the collar button) and a button at each cuff.
All the buttons and flat felling is done by hand, Shirt is made as a one size fits all and fits chest sizes from 36”-44”
Cotton sheeting…………………………………………………………………….$90
Check Fabric………………………………………………………………………...$90
White Linen…..………………………………………………………………………$100
CIVSH4 Over Shirt, Wool Flannel.
Common style Wool Over Shirt worn by workmen, Miners, Hunters and just about any fellow who was outdoors. Shirt is made with 3 button placket and 2 exterior pockets. Available in Red, Blue or Green Wool Flannel……$110
CIVSH5 “Fireman” Style Over Shirt
A Popular style of shirt worn by Firemen, & Miners. Shirt has 2 pockets under the placket.
Available in Red, Blue or Green Wool Flannel……………………….…$120
COATS & TROUSERS
The Coats & Trousers can be made to fit a variety of sizes and are based on examples that would be commonly purchased at the local Mercantile or “Slop” shops that sold mass produced clothing.
These garments are made with period machine stitching with hand sewn buttonholes and some of the interior work as per the originals.
COATS
CIVC1 Sack Coat, Wool
Copied from Salisbury’s System of Actual Measurement and Drafting (1865/66), this Body Sack Coat is a nice practical style that features 2 lower pockets and one upper pocket. We offer this coat made is various appropriate woolens. It is fully lined in a nice contrasting solid colour cotton.
Please contact us to see what fabrics we have on hand for the coats as these will change from time to time…………………………………………………………..$360
CIVC2 Linen Summer Sack Coat
Copied from Salisbury’s System of Actual Measurement and Drafting (1865/66), the Summer Linen Body Sack Coat is a nice practical style that features 2 lower pockets and one upper pocket. The Linen Sack is made un lined, with all visible seams finished…………………………………………………………………………$200
COATS Continued
CIVC3 Wool Jeans Work Sack Coat
Utilizing Salisbury’s System of Actual Measurement and Drafting (1865/66), the Wool Jean Work Sack Coat is a very plain long style sack, which buttons all the way up to a fold down collar. Fully Lined Coat Buttons with 5 Large (1”) Brass Coin Buttons and interior Chest Pocket.
The coat is made out of a fine Gray Wool Jean Cloth that has a clean smooth finish. Coat is lined in cotton, and is copied from the one seen on page 63 of Packing Irion, by Richard C. Rattenbury...........................................$200
TROUSERS
The Trousers we offer here are of a basic style common to the late 1850’s & 1860’s.
Trousers are made as the ones commonly purchased at the local Mercantile or “Slop” shops that sold mass produced clothing. Available in Standard Sizes only.
Trousers feature:
· Hand sewn buttonholes and Finishing where appropriate.
· “Frog” aka “Mule Ear” pockets.
· Fully Lined (Except for Linen Summer Trouser and Denim Work Trouser).
· Comes complete with suspender buttons and back adjustment belt.
CIVT1 Wool Trouser (Contact us for available Wool choices)..........$225
CIVT2 Linen Summer Trouser…………………………………………..$198
CIVT3 Blue Denim Work Trouser………………………………………$150
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Personal Items
SUSPENDERS
There are many different styles of suspender that were made and used during the 1840’s-1860. Many of these styles were used as late as the 1890’s.
All the suspenders I offer are thoroughly researched and faithfully reproduced, using a variety of techniques and materials.
One materiel is old-fashioned rubberized webbing for the tabs. It is woven around strands of rubber so that it stretches and comes back into shape. It was in use in the mid 1850’s due to Charles’s Goodyear’s discovery and patenting of the vulcanization process.
Elasticized webbing was used in waist belts for miners in the gold fields instead of the wearing of suspenders. Ironically it was used for suspenders also to allow them to have some amount of give so that buttons wouldn’t get strained and pop off.
All Suspenders below are copied from originals, and are made to fit only period correct trousers. ALL buckles I use are documented as being correct.
S1 The “Buckle Adjust” Suspender,
This is the suspender that helped launch T.M.D.Co. I still run into folks who still have their original set made 10 years ago! Made of folded and sewn striped or plain cloth, either 1” or 1 1/8” The suspenders have leather back tabs and leather or cloth risers and brass suspender buckles wide…………………….……..$40.00
S1E The ELASTISIZED “Buckle Adjust” Suspender
Same as out S1 “Buckle Adjust” Suspenders, but with Elasticized backs with leather tabs…………………………………….……………………………………$40.00
S2 The “Farmer” Suspender
These 1 ¾” Wide Web Suspenders, comes with Period Correct Pat. 1847 nickel plated iron suspender buckles. They have leather back tabs and leather risers. Made to handle period farm chores and hard work! ………………….…... $40.00
SUSPENDERS Continued
S3 The “Peterson Magazine” Suspender,
This suspender design is featured in Peterson’s Magazine. Although, this specific pattern has been around for a long while at least back to the 1840’s. The suspenders have straps of sewn cloth that are 1 ½” wide with leather back tabs and fronts that are made of thin supple leather that taper to a tongue that indexes into a suspender buckle attached to the sewn leather risers. These have a very refined look about them and complement that NCO, Officer, or Gent about town nicely. Made of Red, Green or Patterned Sewn Cloth (call for what’s in stock or for your request) with Striped Backing and Leather ends with Buckles and Leather Risers………………………………………………………………………$45.00
S4 Plain Web Suspenders,
These are made of period correct narrow cotton webbing (1” wide) with leather back tabs and have sturdy leather risers in the front with either common brass or Pat 1847 nickeled iron buckles……….…………………….…………………….$35.00
S5 The “Red Line” Suspender
Made of cotton webbing with a singe red line up the center. These suspenders feature elasticized leather back tabs. These are a very comfortable and tough suspender…………………………………………………………………………….$40.00
WALLETS
Period Wallets come in a variety of styles and sizes. Below are ones that are copied from ones in my own personal collection or have been surveyed and documented by myself.
W1 The “Common Style Wallet” (c1830-1865)
This wallet being 6” x 3” closed is based off of the McBride Wallet in the Mansfield SHS Museum. It is one of the most common styles encountered. It has two pockets with two flaps on the top pocket for papers. It is a good-sized wallet good for carrying paper money, small letters and documents. This wallet is totally hand sewn as per the original…………………………………………….………$45.00
W2 The “Crosby Wallet” (c1852-1865)
As seen in Echoes of Glory C.S. and the Confederate Sketch Book, this wallet resides in the Museum of the Confederacy. It is heavily line embossed and has 2 pockets, each divided into 2 sections with a gusset on each side. It is 6” X 3” when closed It is period machine sewn as per Wilson’s1851 rolling hook mechanism.
………………………………………………………….………………………..……$45.00
WALLETS Continued
W3 The “Hagerstown” Wallet (c1853-1880),
This little compact wallet resides in my collection is one of my personal favorites.
The “Hagerstown” (it is named after where I bought it) measures aprox 4”X 2 ½” when closed and is heavily line embossed, and is period machine sewn. When open you see the bright red hand mixed enamel flaps covering the two pockets at each end. The middle of the wallet has a red enameled ford out for papers and paper money. It is a spiffy wallet for that impression………………………$50.00
W4 The “Accordion” Wallet, (c1853-1900)
The original of this compact wallet is in my personal collection. Machine sewn using the Wilson patented process, and has 1 pocket and a fold out accordion section. It is made of either plain natural, russet, or black enameled leather with a line embossed edge.………………………….……………………………..……$50.00
