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(Civil War and earlier items) 15134 CIVIL WAR “BATTLE RATTLE” - That is the common collector term for all of these, although in reality they were made and used well into WW1 era for various applications, including fire or gas alarms, or other occasions where you needed a distinctive sound that will get people’s attention in a hurry, and wake even sound sleepers. You can grap the crank handle and then swing the body of the rattle around and the cams on the gear teeth will raise and release the two wooden reed which give off a very annoying “clackity clackity clackity” cacophony. In addiont to the later uses mentioned above, these were used in Civil War days and up until the advent of the 1MC speaker systems aboard warships to get attention in case of fire, general quarters, etc. More on these in Francis Lord’s Civil War Collectors Encyclopedia page 203 and Flayderman Catalog 104 item 413. Repaired crack on one of the frame pieces, otherwise VG. Great for your collection, or an anonymous gift for your ex-wife’s bratty step-kids. $95.00 (View Picture) 15112 CIVIL WAR M1862 CAP BOX DOUBLE FLAP - Regulation Civil War cap box used to carry percussion caps for all types of long arms that used them. Inner flap has illegible markings, probably "Wilkinson & Cummings/ Maker/ Springfield, Mass" who had a contract under that name in 1863. Leather is a mix of black-brown colors and a bit dry but still fairly flexible and stitching is still good. Fleece lining has been removed (as was often done during the war (or after the war for use as a cartridge box for revolver ammunition). A fine example of a widely used Civil War era accoutrement. $149.00 (View Picture) 15106 Pair of .58 caliber Cartridge Box tins (original) - Together they are 6.5" wide by 5" tall by 1.375" wide, correct for the .58 caliber musket cartridge boxes. Used excellent except on tin is missing the small divider in the upper section. Hardly ever found loose. The pair for $95.00 (View Picture) 15105 U.S. OVAL BELTPLATE- 1838 “PUPPY PAW” TYPE - This is the early version of the brass faced oval US plate which remained in use through the Mexican War and Civil War until 1872. The oval stud “puppy paws” were replaced by two stamped brass “arrow head” attachment points shortly prior to the Civil War. Overall about fine. This is a nice original plate, not one of the numerous repros made over the years. $375.00 (View Picture) 14650 U.S. CAVALRY CURB BIT, NO. 3 SIZE - Probably Civil War-Indian War era, but we really are not very smart about horsey stuff and a lot of this gear continued in use for decades. Great for display with some other cavalry gear, or some saddle ring carbines. Former owner advises this is size number 3, but we have no idea if that is petite or husky or what. The front crosspiece and rings have been restored, and I think maybe the brass US rosettes have been replaced or reattached. Otherwise G-VG condition. $95.00 (View Picture) 14649 U.S. M1863 ARTILLERY BRIDLE ROSETTES - Makers name TJ SHEPHARD stamped on the backs. A nice pair to go on the bridle. These were used during the Civil War and for several decades after. Look to be onld unissued stock. Nice. $55.00 (View Picture) 14648 U.S. M1863 CAVALRY BIT WITH LATER REPAIRS - Damaged at some point in its history (during the big battle at…….?) and later repaired/restored by replacing the front cross piece and the two rings. If you don’t have a horse handy to slobber all over it until it rusts to match the rest, you can leave it in a damp area and apply a salt water solution to the “new” parts and after a number of applications (and removal of some of the initial rust) it will get a more aged appearance. Nice to go with a collection of Civil War or Indian war cavalry items- carbines, uniforms, etc. $85.00 (View Picture) 14377 REPRO CIVIL WAR CARTRIDGE BOX SHOULDER BELT - Nice quality black finished leather (about 56” long if I remember correctly) with the tapered ends that cross through the loops on the back of the cartridge box and then attach to the buckles on the bottom. $18.00 (View Picture) 14373 REPRO CIVIL WAR MUSKET SLING - Tan leather with correct style single hook at one end. Other end was usually set up with a loop so that the sling would pass through the loop and tighten on to the rear swivel. This has the two holes and brass stud type arrangement used on the post Civil War slings, but is close enough that all but the most picky folks will think it looks like it should. Lightly used, excellent. A bargain at $15.00 (View Picture) 15048 Civil War Leather Cartridge Box for Sharps (and similar) Carbines - Exact match to the example noted in Todd et al U.S. Military Equipage 1851-1872 volume 1, page 193 and shown in plate 51. This has the outer flap only, with a large implement pocket on the face of the box, and an undivided tin insert. Two belt loops on the back, with no buckles on the bottom. This is sometimes called the “late war” pattern, and was intended to carry 20 rounds of cartridges in paper packets, while some of the other boxes had wooden blocks inside drilled to hold individual cartridges. Internal dimensions about 6” x 1.5” x 3.5”. Maker mark H.A. DINGEE partially obscured by the top of the implement pocket. Initials PB neatly cut on the back of the box but meaning unknown. Overall excellent with leather pretty flexible, but one of the soldered seams on the liner is broken. A very nice original box. $295.00 (View Picture) 9749 CIVIL WAR .36 CALIBER PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX - Totally unmarked (as most are) except for one or two star shaped marks that are from vise used during construction, not really markings. These were worn on the waist belt and used with virtually any of the .36 caliber revolvers (Colt, Remington, etc) carried during the Civil War. Box interior about 3"x5" x .5" with outside flap larger. Used excellent with no cracking or flaking, and leather is reasonably flexible, and this is one of the better examples we have seen in a long time, despite showing some wear. $225.00 (View Picture) 8318 REPRODUCTION CIVIL WAR CARTRIDGE BOX- BROWN - Brown leather with CS embossed on the flap. Medium quality workmanship, probably typical of a lot of Confederate stuff. This has been used by a reenactor a bit, so it is scuffed and show a little use, not quite as obvious as a brand new repro. Fine for display or for collector on a budget who cannot yet afford one of the megabucks originals. $39.00 (View Picture) 5681 CIVIL WAR DISCHARGE - Early (May 1861) preprinted form in horizontal format with small eagle at the top detailing the date and location of a soldier's discharge, along with the reason, his physical characteristics (place of birth, age, height, color of eyes and hair, complexion] previous occupation, and date of enlistment. Signed by the soldier and one or more officers. Most entries are neatly written in ink. This one is for Pvt. Daniel P. Mason, Co. D, 15th New Hampshire Volunteers, a 9 month year regiment mustered in September, 1862. Born in Pittsfield, NH, he was a 21 year old farmer when he enlisted. Comes with an envelope addressed to the soldier's home address in East Northwood, NH with 3 cent postage stamp and Deerfield Centre NH cancellation Sep. 13 (no year). Discharge was folded up and stored in this envelope. $125.00 5699 War of 1812 Almanac - The New England Almanack or Lady's and Gentleman's Diary for the year of our Lord Christ 1813 by Isaac Bickerstaff. Printed and sold by John Carter, Providence, RI. Twelve sheets about 5" x 7.5" printeed on both sides and crudely sewn on the left margin. Includes astronomic data, calendars for every month, medical tips (burns, dysentary, consumption) wine making, poetry, and schedules for federal and state courts in the New England states. Well worn, yellowed, tattered edges and some ripped pages. Wonderful item to display with your collection of War of 1812 artifacts. These were considered to be expendable items and most were trashed at the end of the year. Neat. $85.00 (View Picture) CIVIL WAR DISCHARGES - Preprinted form with fancy eagle at the top detailing the date and location of a soldier's discharge, along with the reason, his physical characteristics (place of birth, age, height, color of eyes and hair, complexion] previous occupation, and date of enlistment. Signed by the soldier and one or more officers. Most entries are neatly written in ink. (View Picture) of a typical sample 5664 1809 MEDICAL BILL - Handwritten on ledger paper submitted to The Town of Newburyport to Nicholas Browne- "To my attendance on the Hospitall, oppining and aiding[?] the same 34 different times, from the 15th June 1808 to the 15th March 1809 @ 50 cts pr time $17.00. Received payment- Nicolas Brown. With filing notations on the back. About 5" x 7" on laid paper. $20.00 (View Picture) 2652 Confederate Infantry Kepi (repro) - Nice quality, approx Size 7 3/8. Has been in a sunny spot and faded from gray to ugly purple tinge. Use the frame, or redy the fabric. Cheap! $10.00 2417JB193 Repro Civil War CS "Bummer" Kepi Nice quality cadet gray wool with CSA buttons, leather bill and chin strap. About size 7 1/4. Tall floppy top. Very similar to that worn by Lt. Gen Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson. $29.00 (Note- Gray color is even not spotty as in electronically sharpened photo) (View Picture) 2419JB195 Repro Civil War US "Bummer's: Kepi Low quality blue cotton with cheap plastic chin strap. Brass eagle side buttons. 7 3/8 size. Some fading from sun exposure which has probably weakened seams as well. Cheap decorator item or target for "Rebs" . $10.00 2420JB196 Repro Civil War CS Kepi Nice quality cadet gray wool with CSA buttons, leather bill and chin strap. About size 7 3/8. $29.00 (Note- Gray color is even not spotty as in electronically sharpened photo) (View Picture) 2172JB150
US Civil War Infantry SGT Field Uniform (REPRO) Nice looking example of
four button sack coat with light blue worsted wool SGT stripes. Four brass
gneral service buttons. Sky blue pants. Material is some sort of
cotton or cotton poly blend. Looks okay but not an exact match for the
heavy wool actually used.. Otherwise follows the general pattern and spirit
of the prescribed uniforms. Good representative outfit at very modest
price. This pattern continued in service well into the Indian War era.
Coat about size 38L, pants about 34x32. $175.00 (View
Picture) 1865-1900 (Indian War, Spanish American, British Empire, etc.) 15249 MODEL 1887 NEW YORK MILITIA CARTRIDGE BELT PLATE FOR MILLS BELT - A nice original example with the correct original latch plate. Overall fine to excellent with a mellow old patina. This is a nice original plate, not one of the numerous repros made over the years. This one has unit marks “25th” and “32” presumably indicated use by soldier number 32 of the 25th Separate Company, from the Canandaigua area of New York. (The Separate Company was used by the New York National Guard circa 1870 to about 1903, and allowed many small units spread among specific cities or counties round the state instead of trying to maintain a convoluted structure of full Regiments.) Many New York units saw service in the Spanish American War, either intact, or newly formed but drawn from existing units. A nice Span-Am era buckle that would have been worn on the blue or tan Mills cartridge belts. $110.00 (View Picture) 15114 FRAZIER'S PATENT .50-70 CARTRIDGE BOX - (Dorsey's Indian War Cartridge Pouches... pp. 126-127) Used primarily by New York and some other states, but not adopted for federal use. Based on Frazier's patents of 1872 and 1878, with profuse markings on the inner face of the box, along with maker markings. These held 18 rounds of .50-70 ammunition in a wooden block. This is a near excellent example, about as nice as we have seen with these, with the stamped brass NG (National Guard) plate, and very little cracking or flaking. Nice for a display with trapdoors, or especially with the New York State Remington rolling blocks. This Version was worn on the waist belt, and there is another version that was made with an integral shoulder belt. $149.00 (View Picture) 15113 MCKEEVER .45-70 CARTRIDGE BOX (Second Pattern) - The standard method for carrying cartridges for most of the Trapdoor Springfield era. These held 20 rounds in two 10 round rows of loops on the inside of the box. The first pattern lacked an provisions for the tool at the end of the pouch; the second had the tool pocket and brass reinforcements on the corners and on the tab. The third pattern had the tool pocket but eliminated the brass reinforcements, and used woven loops to reduce the contact of the cartridges with the leather which caused verdigris (green crud) to form. There is a bulge in one end of the box for a tool for the rifle (although only the early 1876 tool actually fits). This is a standard second model in G-VG condition although having a greasy layer of leather treatment on everything. $125.00 (View Picture) 15111 Indian War era Pistol cartridge box- - Modified from a Civil War cap box by removal of the fleece lining and the inner flap, as described in Dorsey’s Indian War Cartridge Pouches, Boxes and Carbine Boots, pages 5-6. This has the original double belt loop arrangement. Leather is cracked and maker and inspector mark on the front is hard to read. Looks like GAYLORD is stamped on the back as well. Overall G-VG condition. Has been treated with Pecard and could be wiped down to make it less greasy. These were used with most of the revolvers on the plains well into the 1880s. $135.00 (View Picture) 15109 MCKEEVER .45-70 CARTRIDGE BOX (Second Pattern) - The standard method for carrying cartridges for most of the Trapdoor Springfield era. These held 20 rounds in two 10 round rows of loops on the inside of the box. The first pattern lacked an provisions for the tool at the end of the pouch; the second had the tool pocket and brass reinforcements on the corners and on the tab. The third pattern had the tool pocket but eliminated the brass reinforcements, and used woven loops to reduce the contact of the cartridges with the leather which caused verdigris (green crud) to form. There is a bulge in one end of the box for a tool for the rifle (although only the early 1876 tool actually fits). This is a standard second model in VG-F condition with good Watervliet Arsenal markings. $125.00 (View Picture) 15108 MCKEEVER .45-70 CARTRIDGE BOX (Third Pattern) - The standard method for carrying cartridges for most of the Trapdoor Springfield era. These held 20 rounds in two 10 round rows of loops on the inside of the box. The first pattern lacked an provisions for the tool at the end of the pouch; the second had the tool pocket and brass reinforcements on the corners and on the tab. The third pattern had the tool pocket but eliminated the brass reinforcements, and used woven loops to reduce the contact of the cartridges with the leather which caused verdigris (green crud) to form. There is a bulge in one end of the box for a tool for the rifle (although only the early 1876 tool actually fits). This is a standard third model in VG-F condition with good “Arsenal” marking but struck at angle so they missed the rest of the name- probably Watervleit as Rock Island usually marked the end flaps. $125.00 (View Picture) c 15104 U.S. MODEL 1872 BELT BUCKLE - The primary belt buckle used with the leather waist belts from 1872 until the adoption of the Mills style equipment in the 1880s and their stamped brass “H” style plates. This is cast brass. It comes with an original latch plate with the same patina, but having a crack where it engages, and another that is a lighter color but is intact. Overall fine (except for the noted crack) with a mellow reddish brown patina. This is a nice original plate, not one of the numerous repros made over the years. $125.00 (View Picture) 14987 Lot of miscellaneous old shells, mainly Indian War era - What you see is what you get. Four inside primed military l.50-70 cases, one later commercial case, two all brass shotshells by Winchester (10 GA and 20 GA); 7 .45-70 cases, about hald inside primed, others later military; and a variety of 8 bullets- from .69 round ball and minie to .58 minies to .45-70’s. The whole lot for $20.00 (View Picture) 14877 45 ROUND CTG BELT WITH MASS PLATE - Spanish American War Mills .45 caliber Cartridge Belt with M1887 “MASS” Buckle (Dorsey American Military & Naval Belts p. 278-284 for similar belts, and buckles). Single row, 45 loops with the captive wire ends that are “C” style, not the full loop used on some variations. Mills and Orndorff patent dates 1867-1894 stamped on the end tabs. Except for a frayed area about 1.5” x 3/8” next to the buckle this is a fine to excellent example. The frayed area should be stabilized with some Navy blue thread sewn to keep it all intact and prevent further damage, and will look much better after that is done. . Excellent example with strong dark blue color. Excellent original Mills marked Massachusetts buckle. Buckle has mellow patina. Dorsey shows several variations of these belts, mainly in the style of the ends (sewn or with captive wires- “C” or loop type) and various grommets requested by different buyers for attaching bayonets or suspenders. This one has no grommets at all. Unit marks neatly stenciled on the back, IC 21, perhaps an “Independent Company” designation often found in National Guard units around the Spanish American War period. A nice addition to a display which includes a Massachusetts marked trapdoor rifle and bayonet and scabbard. Even with the fraying, this is still a very nice piece. $225.00 (View Picture) 14724 U.S. MILITARY SADDLE BAG (SINGLE) - Typical Indian War through WW2 style saddle bag made from pebbled leather. These were made as pairs to fit on both side of the saddle, but after being sold as surplus it was common to cut them apart so you could use one at a time on your horse, or motorcycle or whatever. This one has been modified that way, but otherwise is a pretty nice example. Old owners name and Idaho city marked inside the flap. $75.00 (View Picture) 14651 U.S. CAVALRY WATERING BIT, RIA MARKED - Probably Indian War era, but we really are not very smart about horsey stuff. Overall VG-find condition with good markings, RIA, US and NS. Great for display with some other cavalry gear, or some saddle ring carbines. $65.00 (View Picture) 14629 U.S. Model 1887 brass belt plate “U.S” for use on the Mills web cartridge belts - (Dorsey, American Military & Naval Belts pp 277-278). I am almost certain that this one is an authentic original made circa 1887-1900, but they have been reproduced in large numbers over the years, so it is impossible to be sure any more. Overall excellent condition with a mellow age patina. These were made to be used as a two piece arrangement with a narrow stamped catch plate that fits over the “other” end of the belt and the tongue on the buckle slips behind this. For display purposes, you can just latch it behind the brass wire “C” closure, or you can get a repro of the keeper plate for $6 from S&S (Item number HS24- rifle belt plate catch). $95.00 (View Picture) 14378 U.S. Model 1896 Cartridge box for the M1892-1903 .38 caliber Colt Revolvers - A very handsome example with nice russet leather and clean markings- embossed US on the front and Rock Island Arsenal 1906 on the back. This originally had a wooden block with 12 holes for cartridges, but that has been removed (and a replacement would be easy to make). One of the belt loops has had the stitching break, again, an easy repair. As with most this has the cracking leather where the cover folds, but not as bad as most. A good looking representative example. $65.00 (View Picture) 14376 REPRO MILLS CARTRIDGE BELT WITH REPRO BRASS US BUCKLE - Woven khaki web with loops for .45-70 cartridges. Comes with a good quality repro stamped brass US buckle. An original set will be several hundred dollars, but this is fine for a reenactor at only $50.00 (View Picture) 14375 Reproduction “Hazen’s Moveable Cartridge Loops” - The missing link between the traditional leather cartridge box from previous decades and the loop type cartridge belts that served during the Indian Wars and the Spanish American War. The idea was that one or two of these Hazen loops could be worn on the standard waist belt. The inner set of loops held 12 .45-70 cartridges and the outer set held 8 for a total of 20 rounds. Made in very small numbers before traditionalists quashed further work on the project, at about the time it was realized that the use of leather loops was not a good idea due to the build up of green verdigris crud on the copper cartridge cases in use at the time. Originals are seldom seen and bring megabucks when found. Here is a top quality repro to fill your collection for only $35.00 (View Picture) 14374 HOMEMADE REPRO TRAPDOOR/KRAG SLING - Made from 1 ¼ inch leather slings with a US GI claw on one end. The other end should have two holes for use with a brass stud to be correct, but you could improvise some other arrangement. Holes are a bit small for the thick claws so they need to be opened up a bit. Not wonderful, but good enough for the bargain hunter $10.00 (View Picture) 14372 REPRO SLING FOR TRAPDOOR OR KRAG (BLACK) - Good copy for reenactor use with double claw hook on one end. Other end has two holes for a brass stud, but the stud is missing, and you will have to improvise something to attach the ends (rivet- wire, leather thong, glue, etc). Lightly used, excellent. A bargain at $12.00 (View Picture) 14371 REPRO SLING FOR TRAPDOOR OR KRAG(BROWN) - Very good quality. Correct for use with trapdoors or Krags. Tan leather with the double claw brass hook on one end and brass stud on the other end, and the correct keepers. Lightly used, excellent. $20.00 (View Picture) 14370 REPRO SLING FOR TRAPDOOR OR KRAG(BROWN) - Very good quality. Correct for use with trapdoors or Krags. Tan leather with the double claw brass hook on one end and brass stud on the other end, and the correct keepers. Lightly used, excellent. $20.00 (View Picture) 14032 U.S. MODEL 1885 LEATHER SLING FOR TRAPDOOR OR KRAG - Typical late construction with the "thick" brass claw. This uses two pieces sewn together, and while some claim that it was salvage of old Civil War era slings, I contend that it was acceptable practice to make economical use of leather that was too short to permit cutting a single piece the required length. No markings visible, but typical Rock Island Arsenal construction. Leather is dark, cracked and flaking, and looks like it was treated with neatsfoot oil which burns the leather. This leather is fairly weak and not suitable for actual use, but can be installed on a trapdoor or Krag in less than perfect condition to complete it. Not a great one, but originals are getting hard to find in any condition. $75.00 (View Picture) 14287 LOT OF 55 FIRED .30-40 KRAG CASES TO FILL BELTS/CARTRIDGE BOXES - Various commercial headstamps probably dating from the 1930s to recent years. Sold strictly as fillers, and NOT TO BE RELOADED. We had some split cases when firing these (not included with the lot) which indicates the brass is brittle or weak. $5.00 (View Picture) 13612 SPANISH AMERICAN WAR .45-70 CARTRIDGE BELT BY SPALDING - This is sewn construction, not the patented woven construction used by Mills. During the Spanish American War the Mills factory lacked capacity to met the demand, so Spalding and Hurlburt were given contracts for cartridge belts with sewn construction. This one is made by Spalding, tan or khaki color with a brass “C” closure (buckle). Used fine to very fine, mainly just some minor storage soiling. Not sure if this is for .30 caliber or .45 caliber ammo. Missing one of the brass wire loops that holds the loose ends in position, but this can be made from a piece of brass rod or even a brazing rod. Price reflects this problem. $125.00 (View Picture) 13587 Span Am War .30-40 Krag 100 Round Khaki Cartridge Belt - (Dorsey American Military and Naval Belts p 327-329) Just flat mint unissued, new as they come. Best I have ever seen and probably should keep it for my own collection. Green stamped marking on the inside of the back 100 LOOPS/30 CALIBER. This is sewn construction, not the patented woven construction used by Mills. During the Spanish American War the Mills factory lacked capacity to met the demand, so Spalding and Hurlburt were given contracts for cartridge belts with sewn construction. This one is made by Hurlburt, tan or khaki color with three dark blue lines woven in, and a brass “C” closure (buckle). There are several small eyelets along the center on one side that would work with the wire loop extensions for the M1873 scabbards but were useless for Krags, but included anyway. NICE item! $395.00 (View Picture) 13196 RARE MILLS 100 ROUND BANDOLEER FOR .30-40 KRAG- KHAKI WITH "C" CLOSURE - BANDOLEER- Not the common waist belts! This is for .30 caliber cartridges, with belt 3” wide and loops 2 ½” wide. Overall length about 67 inches, with usual “C” style closure. Although the 100 round bandoleers were never officially adopted by the U.S. Army, they were marketed to militias and the commercial market and to foreign buyers. About mint unissued, nice and clean. A very scarce item, that I remember lusting over when I saw them in the old Bannerman catalog way back when. First time I have ever had one of them, but I really don’t want to keep everything for myself, so will pass it on for someone else to enjoy. $395.00 (View Picture) 13194 Spanish American War Mills .45 caliber Cartridge Belt with M1887 NY Buckle - (Dorsey American Military & Naval Belts p. 281-282 for belt, and buckle is shown on preceding pages.) Single row, 45 loops. Excellent example with strong, unfaded dark blue color. Excellent original buckle. These may have been issued with a brass keeper to hold the ends of the belt in adjustment when used with the “C” closure , but the tabs on the buckle and catch plate eliminate the need for the keepers, so this is presumably complete as is. Nice addition to a display which includes a NY militia unit marked trapdoor rifle. One of the best blue Mills belts we have had in a long time. $395.00 (View Picture) 13721 U.S. MODEL 1885 SLING FOR TRAPDOORS OR KRAGS - Has “set” from being installed on a trapdoor, so it would be best to display it on one of those. This is the later issue with the thicker brass claw. The other end is doubled over the swivel on the trigger guard and secured with a brass stuff. Leather is nice medium to dark brown color, and pretty flexible. Good Rock Island Arsenal markings. Much nicer than these are usually found as most are very dry and cracked and flaking. None of these old slings are sturdy enough for actual use any longer, but are need to display the rifle in the issued configuration. $175.00 (View Picture) 13215 U.S. MODEL 1885 LEATHER SLING FOR TRAPDOOR OR KRAG - Typical late construction with the "thick" brass claw. This uses two pieces sewn together, and while some claim that it was salvage of old Civil War era slings, I contend that it was acceptable practice to make economical use of leather that was too small to permit cutting a single piece the required length. Brass button is incorrect (should be flat on both sides and this is rounded on one). Bad news is that at one fold the leather is broken on both sides from the hole to the outer edges, and the remaining leather in the middle is pretty weak. Maybe you can figure out a way to reinforce it. Otherwise pretty good overall. Good news is it is cheap- only $40.00 (View Picture) 12673
U.S. CAVALRY M1885 "STUART" SABRE ATTACHMENT - In 1858 noted cavalryman
(and later the Confederacy's greatest cavalry leader) patented a saber attachment
consisting of a brass hook with a short and long strap for attachment to the
saber scabbard. The hook portion would easily slide on or off a waist belt,
so that a trooper could easily and quickly attach or remove the saber and not
have to mess around detaching the scabbard from permanently attached saber slings
on the belt. In 1885 the U.S. Army adopted a slight variant on Stuart's initial
design, and it remained in use until around 1906. This is an excellent example,
with the brass not all bent up, and the straps are pretty flexible and show
only minor surface age with very minor cracking or flaking. I believe there
should be two small "keepers" (similar to those on leather rifle slings) but
they are missing, as is often the case. Legible Rock Island markings. AN essential
Indian War era cavalry item. $95.00 (View Picture) 11972 McKeever Cartridge box (Third pattern)FAIR-GOOD
- The standard method for carrying cartridges for most of the Trapdoor
Springfield era. These held 20 rounds in two 10 round rows of loops on the inside
of the box. The third pattern used woven loops to reduce the contact of the
cartridges with the leather which caused verdigris (green crud) to form. There
is a bulge in one end of the box for a tool for the rifle (although only the
early 1876 tool actually fits). Made at Watervliet Arsenal, and so marked on
the closing tab. This example is in fair to good condition although dirty and
the leather has crazing and some flaking. Stitching is broken for about 3/4
inch on one end flap, but still will display okay. Will look much better when
cleaned and polished with shoe polish. $89.00 (View
Picture) 11276 US M1885 SLING FOR KRAG OR TRAPDOOR - This type was used with both the Krags and the Trapdooors. This is late production with the thicker brass claw. Marked Rock Island Arsenal. Has a "set" from being on a Krag so would be best not to try bend the somewhat stiff and dry leather to rest properly on a trapdoor. Bubba's cousin "Phil" neatly scratched his name into the leather by the hook. Some cracking and flaking, but still a somewhat better than average example of the correct sling. I am not a big fan of treating leather, but it may not hurt to try a bit of Pecard or Black Rock on this to soften the surface up to minimize any additional cracking. $125.00 (View Picture) 10509 U.S. Model 1885 watering bridle and bit for cavalry - (Steffen, Horse Soldier III, 37) Although similar to the later M1902, the M1885 had the bridle sewn to a fixed length, while the M1902 used a buckle to adjust length. Used VG with the leather bridle somewhat stiff and not suitable for actual use. $125.00 (View Picture) 9481 U.S. MODEL 1874 (TYPE 2) CANTEEN - (See Doug McChristian's U.S. Army in the West 1870-1880 pages 210-211). Excellent example of this uncommon conversion of surplus Civil War M1858 canteens for later use. This retains the original mousy brown wool cover and three loops for the shoulder strap. The conversion to M1874 included installation of a drab webbing sling with brass "Chambers" style buckle, and installation of a brown duck cover with a leather welt between the two pieces of the cover. McChristian notes that the cover stitching is crudely done, as is the case in this example, and the stitching on the upper portions has come undone, but could easily be resewn. Except for the stitching problem, overall excellent condition. Cover Stenciled FULLER (upside down) over BATTERY and number 37. It is possible that this refers to a Brattleboro, Vermont unit (photo at http://historicphotographs.com/index.php?page=search&keyword=Fuller+Battery ) which was established in 1874 and evolved into a Vermont National Guard unit. First canteen of this type we have ever encountered, and condition is exceptional. $295.00 (View Picture) 6540 .45-70 MCKEEVER CARTRIDGE BOX - Third pattern, made at Watervliet Arsenal, and so marked on the closing tab. Embossed US in oval on the front. Black leather construction. Good solid box although the finished surface of the leather is cracked and flaking. Three old .45-70 cartridges remain, one FA 1880 rifle round and two early commercial. McKeever boxes for the Krags still pop up, but those for the trapdoors are seldom seen anymore. $95.00 (View Picture) 1595 U.S. M1885 Canteen - Late Indian War and Spanish-American War issue. Khaki canvas cover and two trianuglar loops for attaching sling. Marked on front with large U.S. Back has faded crossed rifels with 2 above, A below and TENN underneath. (Co. A, 2nd Tenn Inf). Initials E.J.F also neatly marked. Front cover has 1.5" diameter section chewed away between pewter spout and hook, and lots of dirt/rust staining. Complete with chain stopper and cork, although cork chewed upon. Has "character" $125.00 1742 Tan Single Row .45-70 Cartridge Belt- Hurlburt - manufacture with sewn on loops instead of Mills design with loops woven in. Soldier's name and unit marked inside "CECIL TROTTER/Co K. 3RD KY VOL" and another set of numbers that I cannot decipher. Has nice quality repro stamped brass "H" buckle with US. Catch plate is original, and has number 21 stamped. Couple of small dirty spots, and light storage soil, but overall excellent. Very nice Span-AM piece worth researching to find out more about Pvt Trotter and the 3rd KY Vols. Two small brass "keepers" have been removed, but S&S has excellent repros available. $295.00 1741 Tan Single Row .45-70 Cartridge Belt- Hurlburt - manufacture with sewn on loops instead of Mills design with loops woven in. Heavy brass wire "C" closure. Slightly dirty overall and top of one loop frayed. Good Span-AM piece representative of method most of the volunteers used to carry ammo for the obsolete .45-70 rifles. $225.00 3942 "Buffalo Soldier" Mess Gear U.S. M1910 fork and spoon. These were types made prior to 1926 when the holes were added in the handles. Stamped metal of some sort, apparently plated with tin[?]. Back of fork handle marked R.I.A./1912. Front of handle has the arsenal applied US and unit markings 24/F/146 (with the 6 being stmaped over an 8). Spoon marked RIA 1913, and US/25/C/59. The 25th and 24th Infantry were manned by black enlisted trops and mostly white officers, as were the 9th and 10th Cavalry. This mess gear is from a lot that was mostly excavated in the vicinity of Fort Hauchuca, Arizona, slthough I was unable to confirm exact provenance of these pieces. Of course, it is possible that these refer to some other 24th and 25th outfit, so I cannot guarantee the attribution, but it is highly likely correct. Both pieces have black scaly deposits either from being in a fire, or perhaps from minerals in the ground. The fork and spoon for $25.00 4013 Circa 1890-1920 US Army silverware (4 pieces) Mess hall or officer type, similar to comercial silverware, not the cheap stamped M1910 style. Two forks marked vertically Q.M.C. on the handles, and Oneida Community on the back of the stem. Two teaspoons/ One marked vertically Q.M.C. onhandle and George H. Rogers on the back. Second teaspoon marked Q.M.C. horizontally on handle and Oneida Community on the back. Forks VG, and spoons about good, but have some pitting on the back of bowls and one has roughness or pitting along handle but still displays okay. All four pieces for $15.00 3081 Spanish American- WW1 era Sewing Kit (?) Colorful cardboard folder about 3" x 5" with Great White Fleet style US warhsips on the front and legend "The Army and Navy Needle Book". Back features spread eagle perched on a US stars and stripes shield against a starry blue background. Inside are four folded over packets with different sizes of needles and a paper apparently for more needles or maybe just pins. probably 20-25 needles remain. Labels indicate manufacture in Germany so evidently pre-WW1. This may just be fancy packing for selling needles rather than a sewing kit but it is very colorful and has martial appearance. Some pieces missing at two corners on the cover, but displays nicely. $15.00 2207VW175 U.S. Cavalry Helmet Plume (M1886?) Golden yellow horsehair with short metal ferrule in the interior. Absolutely mint unissued with the original paper wrapping marked "Edward Eicks New York, Contract Feb. 10th 1902" $29.00 (View Picture) 2187
.45-70 McKeever Cartridge Box Second model, with pocket at end for tool.
Has brass staple at corners and brass ring on the tab. Marked on back Watervliet
Arsenal. Black leather is cracked and about 10-20% flaked off. Unfortunately
quite common in these early boxes. Leather bellows inside and woven loops to
hold 20 cartridges. Small hole in the leather at the bottom of the box but really
have to look to see it. Good representative early box, much scarcer than the
later one which are usually in better condition. $55.00 1900-1936 (Including WW1 and pre-WW2 items) **NEW ADDITION** SMA2104 U.S. Holster for M1892-1903 series .38 caliber revolvers. - Crisp sharp Rock Island Arsenal 1908 H.E.K. markings on back of the belt loop. Unit numbers(?) 126 and 32 stamped on the front of the flap, `FFM` stamped on the inside of the flap. Overall a very nice looking holster with good stitching. Just a few minor stains on the light brown leather, and little or no surface cracking. The top of the belt loupe has a large crack. Early U.S. holsters like this are extremely hard to find with condition and markings anywhere near this good. All the stitching is sound and the muzzle plug is in place. The only drawback is the crack on top of the belt loupe. While the belt loupe crack will make the holster hard to wear without repairs, the otherwise excellent condition make the holster be a good choice for display purposes. $125.00 (View Picture) SMM2021 Leather Sling U.S. M1907. - - This is a WWI vintage sling, marked `WTG 1917`. The sling has brass hardware which was used from the model`s introduction until late 1942 when it was conserved for higher priority items. The sling is in very good condition with supple leather and very little stretching and some cracking. This is the correct sling for the 1903, 1903A3, P17 or M1 Garand rifles. $100.00 (View Picture) SMM2098 Early M1911Two-Tone Lanyard Loop Magazine. - The right magazine for early Colt 1911 pistols. Very good condition with good 2 tone colors. Just the thing to complete an early Colt. $150.00 (View Picture) SMM2089 Early M1911Two-Tone Magazine. - The right magazine for early Colt 1911 pistols. Excellent - like new condition with good 2 tone colors. We have never offered a better magazine than this one. It is gust the thing to complete an early Colt. $175.00 (View Picture) 15110 MCKEEVER .30 CALIBER CARTRIDGE BOX – 30th Infantry marked - Nice brown leather overall fine-excellent condition. The McKeever boxes were mainly used for garrison or parade or guard duty, while the Mills loop or pocket belts were used for active campaigning in the field. End is marked in the regulation fashion 30/ D/ 44 and in addition there is a neat ink stamping “Co. D/ 30th Infantry/ No. 44” the only example of such a double marking we have seen. Since the box was made at Rock Island Arsenal in 1908 it probably was issued to the 30th Infantry in 1909 when they returned to The Presidio of San Francisco from several years service in the Philippines, where they remained until departing for France in 1917. Overall fine to excellent condition except the closing tab is cracked and weak. $125.00 (View Picture) 15107 U.S. Model 1896 Cartridge Box for .38 caliber Revolver with 1901 modification - (Meadows Holster book page 402) The standard russet leather box adopted in 1896 for use with the .38 caliber revolvers, but with the belt loops on the back removed and two eyelets and a M1910 belt hook added. Although nominally replaced by the M1909 .45 caliber revolvers and the M1911 automatics, the .38 caliber revolvers remained in service through the end of WW1 with various secondary units. This modification allowed a method for carrying ammunition for them after the switch to the web pistol belts in 1910, replacing the leather waist belts previously worn. Has good Rock Island 1904 markings (we forgot to include in photos) Used excellent. This is a pretty scarce variation, and I have only seen maybe one other in 20 plus years of collecting, although we have had a dozen or more of the regular boxes. $85.00 (View Picture) 15040 WW1 GRENADE VEST/ Trench gun ammo vest - Mint unissued, with ten pockets with snap flaps on the front. Wide neck strap and two sets of ties to secure it around the body. These were used in WW1 for carrying hand or rifle grenades (the VB type) and there are photos showing these being worn in WW2 by troops with trench guns. This one was made by Earl & Wilson in May 1918 with nice clear markings. $49.00 (View Picture) 15022 U.S. WW1 CARTRIDGE BELT BY MILLS (JULY 1918) - Overall about fine condition with some minor staining. Nice matching July 1918 dates on both sides and the connector strap and clear Mills markings. Dorsey calls this the Model 1910, which still uses the patented Mills woven type construction, although other makers during WW1 used a folded and sewn construction that did not depend on the Mills weaving machinery. Overall fine to excellent condition showing light use and maybe a few minor stains. An above average example of a less common WW1 cartridge belt variation. $125.00 (View Picture) 14974 Leather case for Model 1915 Battery Commander’s Telescope - The “BC Scope” is a sort of rabbit ear pair of binoculars where the ears reach up in a “V” pattern to see over the top of a trench, and spread enough to provide greater depth perception for spotting. These are precision optical instruments, and critical to delivery of effective artillery fire at longer ranges. Naturally they needed to be protected during storage and transit, and this heavy duty leather case is what was used. The boxy part measures about 9” x 10” x 18” and the leather flap on the end (probably for attaching to the saddle of one of the horses pulling the gun/limber/caisson) adds another 9 inches for an overall length of about 27 inches. Maker marks B.T. & B. Co. and inspector marks E.J.S. stamped on the flap. Overall condition is excellent with few scars or scrapes on the leather. The hinge is weak and tearing, and overall the leather is dry. The securing straps are a bit cracked and weak from flexing when using the buckles. $110.00 (View Picture) 14962 U.S. MODEL 1912 SWIVEL HOLSTER FOR M1911 .45 AUTOMATIC - From 1912 through 1916 the .45 holsters employed a "drop" and a swivel as the pistol was seen mainly as a weapon for mounted troops. In 1916 the holster was redesigned into the familiar design which is hooked directly below the pistol belt. The few early swivel holsters made were used hard during the Mexican border campaign and in WW1, and survival rate is very small, and we have only had a few over the years, usually in pretty ratty condition. This holster is the best one we have had, and has a desirable early 1914 date faintly visible on the back. The leather is soft and flexible, with some minor cracking, flexing and flaking expected on a 90 year old piece of leather gear. It is complete with the leather belt slide needed to attach the holster to the leather waist belt worn with dress uniforms, although that can be removed and the web pistol belt used instead. I really should keep this for my own collection, but my wife won’t let me keep it all, so this is looking for a good home. Far above average example of one of these scarce pre-WW1 holsters. $425.00 (View Picture) 14918 U.S. MODEL 1923 WEB CARTRIDGE BELTFOR M1 GARAND RIFLES - Probably late WW2 or Korean war vintage as it is the dark OD color, not the greenish khaki. This does not have the inner straps for use with the 5 round M1903 stripper clips, so this was intended for use with the M1 Garand. Visible US on the right front pocket, with faint illegible traces of maker markings on the back. Overall used VG-fine. $65.00 (View Picture) 14917 RARE M1903 CARTRIDGE BELT BY MILLS- FIRST MODEL- RIMLESS EAGLE SNAPS - The classic woven design with puckered bottoms to the pockets, but without the extra heavy thread use at the bottom which was added after adoption of the pointed spitzer bullet in 1906. This has the narrow ends on the adjusting tabs on the back, and lacks the internal pocket divider found on some later belts. Overall Very good condition, with just a tiny bit of fraying starting on the fold of two or three pocket flaps, and some water staining and dirt around the buttons. Old Infantry unit marks have been painted over with khaki paint, readying it for re-issue at some point long ago. We find an eagle snap belt once every few years, and this is the only first model (correct for the M1903 while still in its Rod Bayonet configuration) we have had in at least 10 years, and it is in far better condition than we usually find any of the early M1903/1907 belts. I should probably keep this one for my own collection! $395.00 (View Picture) 14658 WW1 US M1910 HAVERSACK & MEAT CAN POUCH - Classic WW1 doughboy infantry pack which has straps and snaps to connect it to the cartridge belt. The haversack is what most people call the "pack", and the meat can ("mess kit") pouch attached to the outside of the flap, over the entrenching tool. One other piece made up the complete rig, that being the "pack carrier" sometimes called a "diaper" which attaches to the bottom of the haversack but was often thrown away. Used VG with some storage soiling, and faded on the back (towards the wearer’s body) but the rear side still has nice khaki color. Remember, this includes the meat can pouch which is usually sold separately. Maker looks like Simmons and July 1918 but the marking is faded. A good representative example. $65.00 (View Picture) 14653 U.S. M1885 CANTEEN WITH M1903 MOUNTED HANGER- ENGINEER UNIT MARKED - Typical M1185 round canteen with pewter spout and two triangular suspension loops. Cover has faded stencil markings “ENGS” on one side and “HC/US/19” on other. Suspension strap is about mint unissued, and has good RIA 1903 markings. These short straps were used to attach the canteen to a saddle, and were used by various mounted troops, while the dismounted troops wore the canteen suspended by a leather shoulder strap. Canteen used VG, no major dents. The stopper and cork are exact reproductions. $165.00 (View Picture) 14652 U.S. M1910 CAVALRY SPURS, WITH UNIT MARKINGS - Marked US and inspector initials AB on the inside at the heel. Outside has uint marks 1 / D /56 for trooper number 56 of D troop f the 1st Cavalry. These remained in use until the cavalry was dismounted around 1943, but some contrarian troopers in the Air Cav units still unofficially wear spurs on their boots for “formal” occasions. Great for display with some other cavalry gear, or some saddle ring carbines. Overall excellent condition. $135.00 (View Picture) 14647 U.S. Model 1904 (Type III) McClellan Saddle Made during WW1 - Although there were many minor variations in arrangement of fittings and attachment of the girth straps, the basic McClellan saddle design served the U.S. cavalry from the Civil War until the end of the mounted cavalry in 1943. Besides use by the sword-swinging cavalrymen, these were also used by drivers on artillery teams and other less glamorous users. Some people collect these by the various models, but a single example is sufficient (or a great excess according to a few spouses!) for most collectors to round out a display of cavalry items or carbines. This is a very nice example, made in 1918 by W&S in 1918 and marked on the right rear along with US. The leather is in fine to excellent condition, supple and a pleasing medium brown color, with good stitching. All the rings and studs are present and unmodified. Size is- 11 inch seat, in case you are looking for one to saddle up your favorite equine and gallop down the street. However, in deference to 90 year old leather, it is best not to use this as the leather is likely brittle enough tat it may crack or flake if actually used. There are long leather straps on each of the four lower corners which I think are used to attach the girth strap. Also included (but not rigged on the saddle) are two long straps that I believe are for stirrups (not included) and another short strap that may be for holding a guidon. Overall a very nice representative U.S. military saddle. $495.00 (View Picture) 14556 M1918 LEATHER SCABBARD FOR M1903 SPRINGFIELD - This is the M1918 scabbard made for the M1903 rifle when carried by mounted troops (cavalry and artillery). These were used from WW2 until the end of the M1903 rifle’s use during WW2. Very good to fine example with good leather and nice reddish brown color, except there is some damage to the surface of the leather near the tip of the scabbard on both sides. Good markings US and JQMD, 1943 date and inspector initials E.N.S.. One of the nicest of Model 1918 scabbards we have seen in several years, and complete with both of the attaching straps. $125.00 (View Picture) 14380 U.S. MODEL 1917 BOLO METAL SCABBARD (LF&C 1918) - Used good, with most of the original khaki paint remaining although there are a few dents and dings. Leather suspension strap is fine and nice LF&C 1918 markings. Most of the M1910/1917/1917CT bolos I have seen had the scabbards with the wooden body and the common web covers with leather tips, so these metal scabbards are scarce. I sometimes hear them proclaimed to be USMC, but think that is BS. $75.00 (View Picture) 14379 U.S. MODEL 1907 LEATHER SLING- 1918 DATED - An exceptionally nice example with clear markings and supple leather, but someone cut about 6 inches off the end of the long strap. For most uses, this makes no difference and allows it to be assembled in a bit neater appearance, but it is a modification from original so we need to warn you about that. The good news is that it cuts the price quite a bit so it is much more affordable than one that is a bit longer, if you can live with it. $125.00 (View Picture) 14288 World War 1 U.S. Army Officer’s Commission - June 1917 appointment of William H. Baker as a Captain in the Engineers. Wonderful eagle and panoply of arms and overall an impressive looking document. Size 16” x 20” with original period frame. The portions filled in by ink have faded some, but still legible. Overall about excellent. Frame has some minor scrapes and chips but displays very nicely as is. A great addition to a WW1 display. $55.00 (View Picture) 14082 U.S. MODEL 1910 HAVERSACK SET - Consisting of an extra nice M1910 haversack (backpack) marked RIA 1918, and the hard to find pack carrier (“diaper”) with the leather attaching strap, and also the proper early meat can pouch with the button closure. Carrier and pouch are used VG-fine. The haversacks are fairly common, but nice ones are not, and the pack carrier and early meat can pouches are tough to find. Here is a complete set priced reasonably. $135.00 (View Picture) 11962 WW1 M1912 PISTOL BELT (EXCELLENT) - A really great example of the WW1 version of the M1912 pistol belt having the snap for the magazine pouch added in 1917. This has the curved shape and stitching on the female part of the buckle used during early production. Unmarked, but unmistakable. and the nicest one of these we have had in several years, marred slightly by some green staining from the verdigris (green crud) that has rubbed off from some of the bronze fittings. Still a very nice belt! $125.00 (View Picture) 13835 Pre-1910 "T-HANDLE" ENTRENCHING TOOL - Different from any other I have ever encountered, but clearly part of the M1910 family. The blade has sharply sloping surfaces on both sides of the extension for the handle, and that is much longer and stronger than the usual M1910. The extension is marked US (in an italic style). Has been repainted several times, but overall VG-excellent. For the advanced collector this a probably a real prize. $149.00 (View Picture) 13751 WW1 CANTEEN, CUP AND COVER - A very nice representative example for your doughboy outfit, or early WW2 period. Cover has clear 1917 date. Cup is 1918 dated. Canteen is unmarked, but definitely US GI item with the WW1 era aluminum cap. One small hole on the side of the cover that does not detract from overall appearance. Some Boy Scout wrote his name and Troop 4 on the front of the cover long, long ago, and it has faded nearly completely away, but is still visible on close inspection. Nice set, not minty, but typical well used gear as it appeared in the field. $65.00 (View Picture) 13666 US. MODEL 1907 LEATHER SLING - Ligtht tan color with faint 1918 date and inspector markings. This looks like a nearlyuissued WW1 era sling, but it actually is a short strap with a 1918 date and the blackened brass claw, and the long strap is a WW2 piece with a blackened steel claw. Displays fine but not totally corect for the perfectionist. A bit stiff and dry but can be worked with leather dressing and gradually worked into position. $85.00 (View Picture) 13629 WW1 CANTEEN SET- ALL 1918 DATED - Overall VG condition. Canteen and cup are marked LF&C (Landers, Frary & Clark) 1918 and the cover is LC C. (L.C. Chase) 1918. Bottom of cover has USFS (for U.S. Forest Service) from its days being used fighting forest fires and the like. Cup is dirty and canteen has some dents, but overall an above average all 1918 dated set. Hard to get WW1 sets all matched up like this. $69.00 (View Picture) 12652 WW1 DISMOUNTED CARTRIDGE BELT BY MILLS- MINT - Just a bit of wear on the grommets where scabbards, etc attach, otherwise looks about mint unissued. Good legible Mills markings on the pockets, and ont eh connecting belt. Look like May 1919 dates on all of these. I believe that these with the oval eyelets may have been intended for use with the Pedersen device, with the special eyelets allowing “doubling up” so more items could be attached than with a single round eyelet. Although there was a glut of WW1 surplus gear by the end of 1918, production continued for items to support the secret Pedersen device well into 1919. In any case, an excellent WW1 era cartridge belt. $149.00 (View Picture) SMM1831 - Reproduction US Model 1907 Sling. Excellent like new condition, nice light brown color. Correct type sling for the 1903, 1903A3, P17 or M1 Garand. Looks like the real thing and would make a nice inexpensive alternative to the higher priced original. $35.00 (View Picture) 13433 WW1 STYLE U.S. MODEL 1907 SLING - Typical WW1 construction as used up to early WW2 with brass hardware. Leather is somewhat stiff with cracking and minor flaking expected of a used sling 50 years old. A good representative example, but probably not suitable for regular use. No markings visible, but definitely GI quality item. $125.00 (View Picture) 13193 SCARCE U.S. NAVY MILLS CARTRIDGE/PRIMER BELT WITH COVERED POCKETS CIRCA WW1 - Typical Mills woven construction with cartridge loops woven in place. This also has a cover flap woven in, with a blackened brass Navy eagle/anchor snap at both ends, and on a securing strap in the middle. Blackened (actually more a blue color) on the end tabs and closure hardware. Inside of the female snap for the button had 1907 patent date, so these post date 1907. Although usually described as cartridge belts for landing party use, I am convinced that they are actually primer belts for the gun captains to wear for use with the bag type guns that used a separate primer. These primers are essentially the same size as a .45-70 cartridge case and will fit in the belt perfectly, while the belt height would allow a longer cartridge to hang down below the bottom of the belt. (This is true for the .45-70 cartridge, but by 1907 the Krag had been reissued to the Navy and the M1903 rifles were soon forthcoming, both of which used cartridges longer than the .45-70 and used tapered loops, which this does not have. The only plausible explanation for a .45-70 size loop on a waist belt after 1907 would be for primers.) These would have been used by some Marines as traditionally the Marine Detachment also manned one or more gun mounts. Condition of this rare belt is excellent with the exception of three or four small spots of dirt/soiling from storage. $525.00 (View Picture) 11401 SADDLE BAGS - Saddle bags changed little between 1885 and the end of the horse cavalry in WW2. The original Model 1885 bags were modified slightly in 1904 (mainly the addition of the reinforcing layer of leather around the hole in the piece that joins the two bags). In 1924 a small pocket was added on the front of each of the bags, but older bags remained in use as long as they were serviceable. This pair probably dates from WW1 and is made by Boyt (with no date under the Boyt stamping). Used overall excellent, nicely saddle soaped with the liner bags intact. Nice mellow russet brown color. the straps for the covers are al intact but a couple have some cracking, so it would be best not to stress them with additional buckling and unbuckling. While the bas still show up from time to time, they are often single bags, or in pretty sorry shape. This is a nice set., all original and unaltered. $475.00 (View Picture) 10687 LEATHER KEEPERS
FOR MILITARY SLINGS - New made, good quality workmanship using tan leather
with double row stitching, just like the originals, not cheap stapled or riveted
junk. Two were used on the M1907 leather slings. (Will also work on the M1885
slings for Krags or Trapdoors). $2.00 each, or 3 for $5.00 or 20 for $25.00
postage included. $0.00 (View Picture)
9658 U.S. WW1 ERA TRENCH
ART/SOUVENIR 37X93MM CARTRIDGE CASE AND PROJECTILE - A fairly common round,
this is French made, dated 9-18 on the headstamp. Markings have been added all
over using the standard GI marking dies (intended for mess kits, dog tags, etc).
Base is stamped PLAINVIEW, TEXAS which may be the soldier's hometown, or perhaps
the location of the camp where this was made. Rotating band of the projectile
is marked TROY E. COOPER R-3,061,558 U.S.A. The neck of the case is stamped
T.E. COOPER HOWITZER CO., and just above the rim, 19th INF, CAMP SHERMAN, JULY
27, 1921. It would be nice to research and learn more about Mr. Cooper. This
type cartridge was used in both a French gun, and also in an American Model
1916 37mm gun that could be man carried into the field, and shows up frequently
in WW1 photos. INERT, no explosive components. $45.00 (View
Picture)
7867x WW1/WW2 U.S. ARMY WOODEN TENT PEGS - Set of
five, enough for one shelter half as carried by the doughboy and GI. Old originals
which range from used VG to unissued old stock. Once fairly common, these are
now pretty hard to find. $25.00 (View Picture)
5878 U.S. WW1 WATERING BUCKET - Khaki canvas with rope handle (covered with canvas, and rope supports across the botton. Marked on bottom KEMPER-THOMAS COMPANY 5-1918. Excellent condition. Ready to haul water for your comrades in the trenches, or your cavalry mounts, or whatever. (actual use is not recommended due to age of the canvas). Believe this was adopted about 1910-1912 for use by both cavalry and artillery units.(Steffen, Horse Soldier vol 3, fig 372a) $40.00 (View Picture) 4414 US M1904 Leather Rifle Scabbard- This is type with the brass ring where the lower strap attaches. These were used with both Krag carbines and M1903 rifles up thru WW1. Used about good condition, with leather fairly flexible, but minor repairs made over the years (some neat restitching, one rivet replaced). Two loops for upper strap are torn, and a small hole (about 1/8" dia) neatly drilled near the lower strap loops, and another small hole near the tip Defects not really apparent unless you look fairly closely. Inexpensive example of one of the harder to find scabbards. As usual, the mounting straps are missing. No markings that I could find. Okay representative example. $65.00 1707 U.S. M1916 WW1 .45 Holster - Marked on back "S.&R.Co./1917/L.N.O." Unit marks on frontwith stamping dies as used on cavalry scabbards "CT 2030". On back owner scratched "A.B./1th [sic] B./C.T.". Medium brown leather very supple., Stitches at tip cut and plug removed, but looks fine, Good item for reenactor. Meaning of markings unknown, but I suspect cavalry unit of some sort. $40.00 1092 U.S. Model 1902? Haversack - Nice Khaki with large U.S. stencil on flap. Marked "Rock Island Arsenal 1904" inside. Excellent bright color marred only by .5" x 1.5" gray paint spill on left side of front flap and some rust/dirt stains on the back of the bag or near the buttons inside. Nicest one of these I have seen in decades. $65.00 2233 U.S. Saddle Scabbard Model 1904 Issued for use with either Krag carbines or with M1903 rifles. These were standard item used in the Mexican Border campaign, and in WW1 until the M1918 scabbard was adopted. The M1904 has the brass ring by the lower strap location. This is a good example, brown leather with all stitching intact. Leather cracking in some places, but overall stiff with god shape, not squashed flat like so many. Missing both straps to attach to saddle. Markings not visible. One section (approx 3"x4") has shows depression from storage under heavy object and is darker than surrounding area. Not a big deal, but just ugly enough you want to know about it BEFORE you order and avoid surprises. I think this is the side that goes against the horse anyway. $89.00 (View Picture) 1923 U.S. Army M1926 Short Overcoat for Commissioned Officers- (Stanton p. 176) Double breasted with three buttons (4 if count the top one) and broad belt with two buttons. Two large outside pockets. Tag in pocket "Philadelphia Quartermaster Depot/Inspected [name]/October 28, 1941. Khaki wool, excellent condition except one missing button and two places where lining seams ripped (about 3 inches each) No mothing. About size 38. Very nice piece. $39.00 1941 U.S. Model 1902? Haversack Good representative example of the larger haversack adopted in 1902. Good marklings on flap "6/M/U.S." Some dirt, rust and mildew stains on flap, with more inside and on back. This is type with brass suspension hools, open on the end. I think for cavalry use, but not certain. Believe Infantry model used snap hooks. $49.00 1267 U.S. M1907 Leather sling Dirty and stiff, well used, need cleaning and treatment with Lexol or Pecard. Some had maker/inspector marks and dates, but only have unmarked ones left. All came from same box of slings turned in for storage in 1945, just as they were taken off the rifles. $65.00 each 1234DN8 U.S. M1912
MOUNTED Pistol Belt w/ Sabre Chape (that is the little loop that the sabre
hooks on).Unmarked, khaki, discolored or stained in spots. One frayed spot (about
1/4" at top in back). Belt shown in Dorsey's Belt book p. 65, but has second
style closure (outwards angled) as shown on p. 64. $45.00
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