Original Civil War vet GAR Slouch Campaign Uniform Hat 1882 Dated 3 DAY, NR
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I'm proud to offer this hat on e-bay. I've studied and collected military hats for 35 years and this is the only, true GAR slouch hat I have ever seen. Most on the market are dressed up civilain hats. I cannot believe the money I see some people paying for them. This hat is stamped and dated inside the leather sweatband. It was made by the Hat Sweat Mfg Co. They were licenced to manufacture and sell hats for the GAR and US military during the 1870s and 80s. The dates in this hat range from 1878 - 1882. It is well marked and can be better read in person. Made of soft, very flexable black fur felt. Three rows of stitching on outer edge. Size 7 1/8. Paper size tag still in place as well as paper inspectors tag. Sweatband 2" wide.Brim 3". No mothing, original badge and cord. Sweatband leather is soft and supple but front edge stitching detached [approx 1/4 overall]. Shows wear and use but in overall excellent condtion. Has just the right ammount of patina. Fantastic hat!! This is a 3 DAY, NO RESERVE auction. Satisfaction is guarenteed!
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