Sheridan kepi

Some years back, I got a call from General Phil Sheridan's great-grandson, wanting me to make a replica of his kepi. I had the gold patch special-made by a guy who specializes only in handmade patches and insignia. His name is Jan Zirkle. Haven't talked with him in years but he used to have the email address Giltwire@aol.com. This is first rate stuff, none of that stuff from India. Of course it is pricey.
I sewed the black braid by hand. Sewing black braid on dark blue cloth will make you go blind, and that's why I don't do it anymore. The top inside was also quilted. I'd like to think General Phil would have been pleased to wear it.