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Model: The California Costumes Boys Benjamin Franklin Costume is a colonial-style outfit for children, with a jacket featuring an attached vest, a cravat and knickers. The listing says the wig, shoes, socks and glasses are not included, so plan those separately if needed.
At a glance
- Colonial-style child costume described for portraying historical figures including Benjamin Franklin.
- Jacket has an attached vest and shirt cuffs, with a faux button closure.
- Cravat secures with hook-and-loop tape.
- The listed costume components are a jacket with attached vest, cravat and knickers.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Attached vest and shirt cuffs give the jacket a layered colonial look without separate pieces for those details.
- The cravat fastening is described as hook-and-loop tape.
- Manufacturer information describes the outfit as suitable for portraying several historical figures, not only Benjamin Franklin.
Technical specifications
7 specifications| Brand | California Costumes Collections Inc |
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| Model | 435 |
| Department | Boy's |
| Material | 100 percent polyester material |
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| Jacket details | brown felt coat has attached tan vest and attached shirt cuffs. Made of the same material as the jacket and has a faux button closure. |
| Cravat fastening | hook and loop tape |
| Package dimensions and weight | 33.02 x 25.4 x 5.08 cm; 540 Grams |
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What to know before buying
- Fit feedback is mixed, with some customers saying it fits well and others reporting that it runs small. Review the selected size information carefully before ordering.
- The listing’s package details say the wig, shoes, socks and glasses are not included.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Children needing a colonial-style costume for dress-up or portraying a historical figure.
- Buyers who want a jacket with attached vest and cuffs rather than assembling those layers separately.
Less suited to
- Buyers expecting a complete accessory set with wig, shoes, socks or glasses included.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
69% 69% - 4 stars
17% 17% - 3 stars
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2% 2% - 1 star
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Customer feedback describes the costume as adorable and says it works well, with positive comments about appearance, quality and value. Fit reports are mixed, and some say it runs small. Several also mention that the wig is not included, consistent with the listing’s stated exclusions. For buyers choosing a size, the fit variation matters more than the generally positive overall rating.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the costume as adorable and report positive experiences with its appearance and quality.
- Customers also report that it works well and offers good value.
Negative themes
- Some customers report that the costume runs small.
- Customers mention that the wig is not included.
Mixed feedback
- Fit feedback differs, with some customers saying it fits well and others finding it small.
Frequently asked questions
What does the costume include?
The listing describes a jacket with attached vest, cravat and knickers. It states that a wig, shoes, socks and glasses are not included.
Does the jacket have separate vest and cuffs?
The manufacturer description says the vest and shirt cuffs are attached to the jacket.
What is the cravat fastening?
The description says the cravat fits around the neck and fastens with hook-and-loop tape.
How does the costume fit?
Customer feedback is mixed. Some say the fit is good, while others report that it runs small, so check the selected size details.
