I was able to come into a little bit of money today and I ordered a 4 button lined sack coat from C.Daley. Im trying to prioritize my list of essential items. I plan to eventually get the issue drab grey wool shirt and socks anyway, but already have civilian homespun socks and a plaid cotton bib shirt. I know that civilian items would be sometime worn by frontier troops, Ive seen mention of corduroy trousers worn by cavalry.
My question is, were these things commonly enough worn as to be considered okay for an impression, as a stand in or would it be considered a faux pax? If they are okay then I will concentrate on bootees, trousers, drawers, and canteen first. and move to the shirt and socks later. But I dont wanna be "That guy".