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Spanish American War Era U.S. Rig, Circa 1896
Guns International #: 101336040 Seller's Inventory #: Item #1547
Category: Holsters and Belts - Military - Holsters and Belts
Seller's Information
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Seller: Clarks Antiques
Member Since: 9/22/19
First Name: Clark
Last Name: Linss
State: Arizona
Zip: 85390
Country: United States
Phone: (541) 233-6642
Number of Active Listings: 0
Total Number of Listings: 43
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
We ship USPS registered mail
Payment Types Accepted: Personal Checks or Major Credit Cards
Description:
This is a very fine example of a Spanish American War era U.S. rig. The holster is a Pattern 1881 Military Flap Holster with the 1896 loop modification. The holster is the 2-hole flap model for use with a Colt SAA or the S & W Schofield revolver. During the Spanish-American War, these 1881 holsters were modified with larger belt loops to fit the Kragbelt. A six-rivet modification was used so the holsters did not have to be un-stitched during the change. The holster is military black in color, showing the large “US” on the front of the pouch and is maker marked “Lanz Owen & Co, Chicago” on the back of the belt loop. There is also an inspector's mark on the front flap, below the 2 holes, and appears to be “HK”. All the original stitching is intact and the original toe plug in place. The leather is supple, showing no oiling in modern times. It shows light use with only some fine crazing (but no damage) to the front flap. The belt is an unmarked Mills .30 caliber (.30-40 Krag) cartridge belt, dark blue in color. It has the pattern 1886 cartridge belt plate AKA "The Whittemore Plate" that was cast in brass and then the "ears", or loops, on the back were bent. Thesebelts were used both before and after the Spanish American War. The Belt is also in fine condition as is the holster, just showing some fading from time and use. The brass plate and fittings show a nice untouched patina. A fine rig to go with the appropriate condition Colt Cavalry or Schofield revolver.
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