Wool Blanket Capote 2XL Red/ Black Stripe, Vintage Wool, Muzzleloader, Hunting

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Wool Blanket Capote 2XL Red/ Black Stripe, Vintage Wool, Muzzleloader, Hunting:
$225.00

Capotes were introduced to America by French fur trappers in the mid-1700\'s. Early versions were called \"canoe coats\". They were adopted and modified (made longer) by the British military. Capotes were loved by Native Americans who found them warm but much lighter than animal hides. Wool capotes are water resistant, maintaining 80% of their insulative value even when wet. Today they\'re worn by mountain man re-enactors, buckskinners, and muzzleloading enthusiasts. But, capotes are not just for re-enactors. They remain stylish and functional to this day.

I\'ve been a fur trade re-enactor for 20 years. I personally cut, sew and hand-edge my capotes. Whenever a vintage blanket is used there may be some patina however, unless noted, there are no major stains, holes or odors.

This is newly made froma vintageGolden Dawn100% wool blanket inexcellent condition.The capote isvivid red with black stripes, great color.Thick and warm, quite luxurious. In my opinion, the quality of this blanket is equal to that of the famous English blankets.

The body, hood, sleeves and belt are hand-edged in black yarn. The edging adds a nice finish but also protects the blanket from fraying. It has 2 large 7\"x 9\" inside pockets just below the beltline.Very traditional mountain man style.

Size:Men\'s 2XL,44-50 R. I\'m 6 ft, 206 lbs andthe capote fits menicely(see pics.)

I also make custom capotes for buyers who may want a different blanket, size or who want to supply their own blanket. Youmay contact me by scrolling down to\"Ask a Question\" at the end of this item description or clicking my screen name at the top of the page and going tomy profilepage where there is a \"Contact\" link on the top right. I also make custom capotes for buyers who may want a different blanket, size or who want to supply their own blanket.

Thanks for looking! Please check out my store \"Perfesser\'s Capotes and Fooferah\" for many other items for 18th century reenactors: mountain men, muzzleloaders, Native American, colonial and more. Items include wool blanket capotes, wool blanket shirts, breech cloths, plains cloth dresses, other men and women\'s clothing and required within2 days. Will combine shipping. Shipping generally restricted to the lower 48 USA but will consider shipping internationally if buyer is willing to cover the cost. No economy shipping to Alaska, will only shippriority or express.

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