Cap pouches were probably patterned after the U.S . M1850 rather than the shield front Confederate issue. The shoulder strap for the cartridge box would have been the same width as the waist belt. The canteen was almost certainly of the tin drum type as records show that these were procured from tin smiths rather than woodworkers although somee wooden canteens were used these were probably purchased locally by individuals and not a regimental issue. Canteen straps were generally leather and removable rather than the stiched cloth straps of federal issue.
Haversacks appear to have been of a white cotton type.
This is most of what we have at present regarding the uniform and equipage of the Palmetto Sharpshooters and South Carolina troops in general in the Army of Northern Virginia during the 1863 period. If any body has any further information regarding the Palmetto Sharpshooters uniforms equipment and History that we have missed or miss quoted then please contact us.