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 Western
Re-Enactment In The United Kingdom
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Western
Sutlers :
The
dictionary describes a Sutler as
"An
army camp follower who peddled provisions to the soldiers".
These
days we know them as the fine individuals who's stores offer us all
the necessary equipment to complete our outfits - and then some. A
sutler will usually sell authentic-style clothing, footwear, headgear,
camping gear and any other number of goods to complete your look and
the look of your camp.
Unfortunately
here in the UK we don't have as many sutlers as there are in the US,
but the ones we have are mighty fine. Here you will find a list of
the best UK and US sutlers that are more than worth your while to
visit.
Custom made western clothing for all ages
and all sizes. Based in North West UK.
Quote from Diane Barras:
" I
and my family are actively involved in re-enactment, so
historical accuracy is most important in the clothing we send
out from here.
All of the items of clothing are researched and hand
made by me the proprietor of Maker 1881. After the successful
completion of a three years course at the London College of
Fashion, where I studied design, pattern construction,
manufacturing methods and tailoring I worked in two top London
fashion houses as design room manager and pattern technician.
After a thorough grounding in clothing and costume
manufacture, I now specialize in the manufacture of period
costume. Each item of clothing is made individually, so
no two items are the same. Thereby giving all of my
customers the individual touch."
We have been commissioned by, and supplied, Western
Leather Goods, i.e. Gun Rigs, Chaps, Wrist Cuffs etc. to
members of the Mojave Muleskinners of California &
Arizona,
www.mojavemuleskinners.com , of which we are members.
Also we have supplied similar items to the Goldfield
Gunfighters,
www.goldfieldgunfighters.com , of whom we are members
also, and who perform at Goldfield Ghost Town, AZ during
the winter months.
www.goldfieldghosttown.com
The Old West Trading Post, incorporating London Jacks
Leather & Purdys Parlor, has a Trade Stand at various
Festivals & Shows during the summer months in the U.K.,
including, Rockfield, Welshpool, Blue Rodeo and The
Western Show at Malvern.
London Jacks Leather can also be found on FaceBook and
Twitter.
Drawing on a passion for Old West Re-enactment, we have
developed a broad range of products that reflect careful
research into the different periods, locations, and people of
The West.
The key to a successful outfit lies in a combination of
authenticity and quality, and these are our primary areas of
focus.
The Vintage Shirt Company supplies shirts
for use in period costume dramas.
All the stock is adapted
from original garments to ensure an authentic period look.
Close attention has been paid to the detailing and standard of
finish which means they can confidently be used in film work.
Also check out their range of traditional underwear,
socks, nightwear and useful accessories.
Doug Grant
Doug Grant from Suffolk is a member of the forums here, and
does some outstanding leatherwork. If you are looking for
holsters, belts or similar leather items ,contact
him (CaptGrant) via the forums or email him on
doug.grant1@btinternet.com
Herts Fabrics
Supplier of
cloth to the Historical Re-enactment World
Their reproduction
fabrics are used to make costumes by historical re-enactors and
for historic interior furnishings in listed buildings and
museums, where there is a fear original fabrics are begining to
deteriorate due to damp, or are in danger from fire. Customers
vary from individual reenactors to museums, schools. colleges,
historic houses, theatre and television productions.
Hooked On
Country
Based in
North Wales, but with a good website and mail-order service,
they offer a good range of Wah Maker, Scully and other popular
brands of mens and ladies western wear.
Keith Lyon
Keith is
well-known and respected by re-enactors of many different
periods as a fine leather and skin wholesaler and retailer.
Based in Northampton, he doesn't have a website but you can
phone his workshop
on 01604 639346
Nicola Jane - Seamstress
Nicola Jane
is a seamstress who has studied Victorian clothing and can make
children's and adult Victorian clothing
Her phone number is 01553 631393
Guest Leathercraft
& Tool Company
Guest Leathercraft sell leathers, tools, dyes,
finishes, books, fittings & buckles , any type of custom leather
work can be undertaken, leather clothing, western wear
etc. or hand made and carved leather items. Tel/Fax (+44) 01204
695660
Paul Carpenter -
Western Saddler
Beautiful Handcrafted Western Saddles, Saddle bags,
Armour, Handbags, Chaps, Belts and many other leather items.
Made just for you from our base in the Highlands of Scotland.
Vaquero Clothing
Cowboy and Victorian clothing made to order.
Contact Ro Calverley on 01322 669949 or write to:
32 Fens Way.
Hextable, Kent BR8 7SW
Moccasins Online
Authentically styled Moccasins using only the original styles
and top quality hand picked suede.
Chimera
Costumes
Based
in South Yorkshire, Chimera Costumes offer a dynamic range of
authentic historical costume through the ages. From 1100 to
1900, I'm sure you'll find something you like here!
FLB Western Wear
New
website now up and running!
We are a new business in the North East of England and we
supply quality frontier clothing to the western enthusiast. We
stock Wah Maker, Scully, JD Flasks. Stetson & Renegade Hats.
The
opening hours are FRI & SAT 10.00 to 4.30 and THURS &
SUN by appointment and welcome everyone, the coffee pots always
on !!!!!
We have also printed our first catalogue which can be
sent to anyone interested.
Contact
Frenchie and/or Little Britches at:
74 High
Street
WILLINGTON
Co Durham
DL15 0PN
Tel/Fax 01388 834424
Mobile 07710 205697
mobile 07703 357538
info@flbwesternwear.co.uk
Warhorse
Trading Post:
Based
in Kent, Warhorse Trading Post is run by enthusiasts Lee and Jackie.
They have a huge catalogue of goods including American Civil War
clothing and equipment, WW2 and Indian Wars. They have an impressive
selection of hats, badges, tents and camping gear.
Dale
Western Trading:
Looking
for quality Western saddles and riding tack? Dale Western have an
impressive selection, with every piece of tack you might need -
as well as collectable model horses.
Hog's
Head Leather Co:
If you
want the very best in leather gun rigs, canteen covers etc. then
contact Steve Thomas right now! This guy creates works of art for
all our western needs and is the best leather craftsman that I have
come across in many years or re-enacting. I have one of his 'Dodge
City' holsters and have a period shoulder rig on the way. Only the
best is good enough for my re-enacting and it should be the same
way for you too. Contact him on 0208 265 5391.You can write to him
at 26. Southspring, Sidcup, Kent, DA15 8GA.
Do it today...you will never regret it, I promise!
Poncho.
Escort
Western Gunleather:
Based in Essex, this mail-order only store has some impressive leather
items and at affordable prices. Clear colour photo's help illustrate
their range.
West
Point Sutlers:
West Point Sutlers are in Rednal, just outside Birmingham. It's
owned and run by Jayne and Phil, who are a friendly couple, ACWS
re-enactors themselves, they are a pleasure to deal with.
Simply
Civil War:
A great looking site with a fine selection of ACW books, badges,
collectables, keyrings, games and much more.
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The
Graceful Lady
Women's 1860s Clothing.
This is
a historical dressmaking business specializing in women's clothing
from the Civil War era. Every article of clothing is made with the
utmost care and precision to detail. They are very particular about
authenticity of the garments and try their best to make them the way
they were made over 140 years ago.
T P & H Trading Co - 19th
Century Hats by Tim Bender
T P & H
Trading Company has been involved in Civil War sutlery since 1990.
Started as a part time business while Tim pursued his career in the
law enforcement field, the sutlery was originally a general line
dealer specializing in antique goods. In 1993 Tim retired from his
first career and has pursued his interest in Civil War goods full
time ever since. In 1995 Tim felt that the representation of hat
makers for CW use was under represented, and started making hats.
Self taught, Tim had the opportunity to study extensively a private
collection of period hats, and acquired a period hat that he
dissected literally fiber by fiber to determine what "secrets" our
antecedents may have used. Tim also relies heavily on photographic
evidence as a basis and guideline for styles.
Carter and Jasper
Authentic Mercantile
As living historians, we constantly look for quality
authentic goods, usual and unusual, from a variety of
makers, all with one thing in common: authenticity and
quality.
Many of Carter & Jasper's items are one-of-a-kind and not
continually available. We also carry some antique items that
are in good condition and of interest to collectors or
living historians such as panel blankets or tools.
Corner
Clothiers:
Specialising in 19th Century Gentleman's Apparel.
Corner
Clothiers provide customers with a full service custom clothing
experience. While some companies may sell strictly off the rack
garments, Corner Clothiers consult with each and every customer to
meet their needs.
Wild
West Mercantile:
Based
in Phoenix Arizona, Wild West Mercantile is run by “Claudia
Feather” and “C.S. Fly” - both members of the Single
Action Shooting Society (SASS), and a fine looking bunch to be sure.
Their catalogue is enormous and they offer everything from hats
to spurs and everything in-between. A highlight of the site is the
selection of Wah Maker western clothing, some of the best
looking authentic Western clothing around. Offering secure ordering
and accepting most credit cards, this is a great shopping experience.
River
Junction Trade Co:
Based
in McGregor Iowa, the River Junction Trading Co must have the best
looking catalogue I've ever seen - in fact it looks like it's a
publication right out of the mid 19th century! The site's theme
is exquisite, and they offer a huge range of goods from clothing,
jewellery, playing cards, badges, leatherwear, books tents and you
name it they seem to have it.
Cowboy
Hat Store:
Based in Houston, Texas. The Cowboy Hat Store is a more than
promising merchant with a huge variety of hats to suit the Old West
and more. Major Credit Cards - Checks - Money Orders - Gift Certificates
available / accepted.
Cowboy
Outfitters:
Based
in Texas, Cowboy Outfitters are another sutler with what seems to
be an endless catalogue - and for us that's a great thing indeed.
The store offers vintage clothing, leatherwear, Old West stage props,
saddles, tack, hats, boots and even rodeo equipment! The site is
easy to navigate and has received the Yahoo "Top Service"
award, rated by it's own customers.
Cowboy
Corral:
Based
in Sedona, Arizona, Cowboy Corral offers boots, spurs, badges, gunleather,
authentic vintage clothing, Wah Maker clothing, and ranges
for women and children too. Run by Mean Mike, Miss Kitty, Doc Sapp
and Texas Bobby - do you dare not visit them?
Cheyenne
Pioneer Products:
Based
in Kansas City, Cheyenne Pioneer Products offers something I was
not sure actually existed - authentic style cartridge boxes! The
company offers a great range of cartridge boxes to cater for all
rounds, including (but not limited to): .45 Colt, .44 WCF, .45 Schofield,
and even the 12 gauge shotgun shell. These boxes are of museum quality,
made from chipboard, with reinforced corners. They're wrapped in
authentic craft paper and decorated in authentic colored graphics.
YaTaHai:
Based
in Tacoma, Washington. This store offers some great buckskin items,
including a huge range of moccasins, buckskin shirts, and buckskin
dresses. Native American or mountain-man re-enactor? Go here!
Black
Hills Leather:
Based in Laredo, Texas, Rudy Lozano (a S.A.S.S. member) has got
to be one of the most talented leatherworkers around. Be sure when
ordering a belt to order a little longer than your normal belt size.
Kirkpatrick
Leather:
Based in Laredo, Texas, Kirkpatrick Leather has a great lineup and
it's well worth a visit.
W.M.
Brown Holster Company:
Based in Tombstone, Arizona, W.M. Brown offers a great selection
of handsome gunleather.
Oak
Tree Leatherworks:
Based in Lafayette, New Orleans. Museum-quality leather gear
to increase the quality and style of your outfits. Thanks to Crow
for the link!
www.USHIST.com
Recommended by Johnny Crow, this fine merchant
supplies all things American Civil War & Victorian. Clothing,
accessories, props and more.
Parker
River Alpaca Farm
One-of-a-kind hats. 100% felted Alpaca fiber. These hats look
great and will definitely attract attention. Thanks to Mitch
for the link!
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