Dedicated to the history of the common cavalry soldier and horse through
reenactments, history programs and education.
Tack
| Our tack and unforms say everything about who we are, what year of the war we protray etc. We try to give the appearence of 1862 - 1864. The average horse sholdier did not have fancy uniforms, with yellow piping, and gold or brass embellishments. Usually he used what he brought from home and later what he could find on the battlefields. For this reason, we prefer members not use yellow piping on uniforms and fancy embelishments, unless of course you are protraying a Federal trooper. New and shinny is un-avoidable when starting out but your uniform and tack will soon fade and become worn and that is the nomral appearance of a rough and toumble trooper that we strive to re-enact. If you are not sure about your clothing, tack or accrotruments, ask one of our members. |
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| Saddle | The standard saddle is the M1859 McClellan. This saddle has a rawhide seat and all fixtures are iron. It should have skirts, fenders, girth and hooded stirrups.The Buena Vista, 1856 Hope, Confederate McClellan and the 1860 Jennifer are also acceptable.
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| Saddle Bags/Valise | M1859 McClellan, 2 pouches, laced compartments, single straps. Black leather. Valises are permitted if appropriate to the saddle. |
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| M1859 HALTER – Black leather with 6 foot leather lead strap. | ||
| Watering Bit | M1859 Watering Bit – Black reins attached to watering bit. Used to ride horse to water. |
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| Briddle | M1859 BRIDLE – Black curb bridle, single check buckles. Bit must be period style, “S” shaped. Preferred is US M1863 Cavalry Bit with period chain or Confederate issue bit and bridle or period civilian bridle and bit. |
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| Cupper | Any period model crupper is acceptable. | |
| Coat Straps | Six are needed for the saddle. | |
| Link Strap | M1859 LINK STRAP – Attaches to the halter and allows you to hook horses together for dismounted action. |
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| Breast Strap | Any period breast strap is acceptable. | |
| Surcingle | Straps around your saddle for extra protection. This is required for all mounted troopers. |
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| Saddle Pad and Blanket | Every trooper should have a good quality wool blanket for a saddle blanket. Federal issue or gray. Used to hide saddle pad. |
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| Nose Feed Bag | Used to carry feed to your mount. | |
| Folding Canvas Water Bucket | Used to carry water. Can be used for many other purposes. |
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| Carbine Thimble | Use to keep your carbine from swinging while riding. Attached to the off-side D ring. | |
| Brush, Curry Comb and Hoof Pick | For the care of your mount, a period style brush, curry comb and hoof pick are necessary.
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