Blanket dimensions question

[andrewv128]

Hello all,

I have a question about some measurements I need for a scale model. I am making a small replica Union blanket, the tan one with the two brown stripes. From what I have read, these blankets measure 62" x 81". I need to know the width of the brown stripe and as well as the stripe's distance from the edge of the blanket. Any reenactors who have one of these blankets handy and do not mind measuring it, I would greatly appreciate it.

 

[Sowbelly and Hardtack]

@andrewv128 you might want to check your outside dimensions.

Union Army blanket | Smithsonian Institution

www.si.edu

"Measurements overall: 78 1/2 in x 71 in; 199.39 cm x 180.34 cm"

 

[Sowbelly and Hardtack]

You might want to read The Watchdog article on the Federal Issue Blanket.

http://www.njsekela.com/reference/watchdog/Watchdog%20V3%20N1.pdf

 

[captaindrew]

I have a good quality reproduction, the stripe is about 5 inches wide and about 6 inches from the edge.

 

[andrewv128]

I have a good quality reproduction, the stripe is about 5 inches wide and about 6 inches from the edge. View attachment 512174

Thank you, kindly. This is exactly what I was looking for.