Indian Wars, U.S. Army, M-1884, Cold Weather and similar items

INDIAN WARS, U.S. ARMY, M-1884, COLD WEATHER HOOD, UNISSUED, VINTAGE Developed for soldiers stationed on the frontier, especially in Prairie areas where the unbearable cold weather conditions really took its toll on the troops serving in those areas. Full head covering with a wide cape to fit under the coat as a seal against cold winds. Constructed of an ochre duck cotton, lined with red wool, and trimmed with twill cotton material. Has an opening for the face, thus exposing less skin, and two buttons to open and close the cape. This has a fold down visor above the face opening to help protect the solider from snow blindness. There is a small hook attached to the forehead area of this cap to secure the visor when not in use. These were initially adopted in the 1880's as a replacement for the muskrat fur caps then in issue. First issue began in 1884 with modifications occuring two years later. This is described on pages 160-162, Uniforms, Arms and Equipment, The U.S. Army on the Western Frontier, 1880-1892, Volume I, Author ? Douglas C. McChristian. Nicely Marked with Manufactures Label · Philla. Depot · Size 2 · Made by No. 189 An excellent, and hard to find, piece of Indian Wars Era Cold Weather Gear, often missing from even the most advanced collections! This will be shipped via United Parcel Service, full insurance, adult signature upon delivery. International Buyers Please Note: We do not ship outside of the United States! No Exceptions. In addition, we will not ship to third party shippers or any other international shipping hubs such as International Shipping (EIS), EIS 110 INTERNATIONALE BLVD, GLENDALE HEIGHTS IL 60139-2080. If you place a bid, or make a purchase, we will cancel your bid, and or cancel your purchase! If you wish to make a purchase, you will have to find someone located within the United States to make the purchase for you. They would be responsible to send the package to you.