The belt introduced and used by the Navy in 1862 was made of buff leather and had a japanned iron buckle. Captains of guns, boarders, small arms men and the crews of field howitzers wore them. This example is 54 inches in length and 2 inches wide. It has one leather belt loop. This is the belt on page 217 of the book Echoes of Glory by TIME LIFE.

(M20020) $850.00

The buff leather sword belt rig, a beautiful specimen in very fine, original condition, is stamped on the interior by the maker and reads, "MADE BY / R. DINGEE / NEW YORK" in black ink. Belt interior loop reveals a handwritten notation in black ink that is partially legible but very difficult to read. Cursory inspection of the writing indicates the words "Head Quarters / taken from the _____ _____ ______ _____ _____ Hampton / June 3, 1_6_ ". A worthy project for further research.

Leather is remarkably clean with just slight surface grime exhibited. The "S-link" waist belt plate is a regulation 1832 Pattern set of brass discs 1¾" in diameter with a S-link shaped brass wire that interlocks the discs when the belt rig was worn. One disc reflects a raised spreadwinged eagle while its mate disc features a set of raised crossed cannon flanked by embossed block letters "U" and "S", each ¼" high.

This M1832 buff belt rig is a fine original specimen that would make a wonderful addition to any display or collection.

(492-05) $1,850.00

Standard oval US plate, bright face w/a couple of dings and traces of grime on the right edge. Rear arrow hooks present & solid, lead backing scratched but clean. Cap box maker marked (on interior flap) : "Sproulls, Meeker & Co./New York". Exterior leather wrinkled but not cracking, sides and interior solid, stitching vg; Missing fleece & pick-11.75" section of bridle leather belt, meas. 1.5 in width. Lea. moderately stiff & cracking. Set overall condition good plus. Ok belt section, solid maker-marked cap box, VG plate.

(102-19) $475.00

As according to the United States Ordnance Manual of 1861, the rifle sling should be made of russet (brown) leather. The sling should include one standing and one sliding loop, and a brass hook, which is fastened to the sling with two brass rivets of No. 15 wire. The gun slings were to be sewn with white shoe thread, which was waxed with rousin-wax.

This sling is 44 ½ inches long and 1 ¼ inches wide. Two rivets attach the brass hook and the thread is white. The brown leather has age cracks but is still flexible. No markings on the sling.

(123-6143) $225.00

As according to the United States Ordnance Manual of 1861, the rifle sling should be made of russet (brown) leather. The sling should include one standing and one sliding loop, and a brass hook, which is fastened to the sling with two brass rivets of No. 15 wire. The gun slings were to be sewn with white shoe thread, which was waxed with rousin-wax.

This sling is 75 inches long and 1 1/8 inches wide. Two rivets attach the brass hook and the thread is white. The brown leather is still flexible. It has one small tear that has been repaired by stitching it. On the smooth side is a stamped U.S.

(123-6144) $225.00

Made of black bridle leather, this well-used specimen is in good but dry condition with one small tear near the buckle loop. Leather surface exhibits no flaking whatsoever but does show areas of edge cracking, brittleness and some surface grime. The ½" wide leather strap is approximately 20" in length. Link strap has a black painted, harness buckle loop arrangement and a 3 1/4" black, iron spring-clip device sewn to one end of the leather strap. Stitching is strong and intact with no fraying. A well-used Civil War cavalry link strap in good overall condition.

(400-455) $100.00

Attic condition holster from Post #12 Philadelphia GAR collection. Approx. 15.50 in length. Brown leather is dry. Flap has "A.W. NJ Cav." Stenciled in stitched letters surrounded by a border in stitching of like style. Latch tab is gone. Finial is nice cast lead. The border on the body of the holster has the same style of stitching along each edge. Standard belt loop as seen on Civil War accoutrements with the initials "H S T" scratched in the leather. Holster has two small holes 1.50 inches from the bottom where a rope past through to secure the holster to the wearer's leg. Flap area has some fold and small tears but is still in good condition.

(M18077) $950.00

This leather accoutrement is a Civil War-era belt flap holster made by the Boston firm of William Read and Sons. Worn by countless individuals prior to and after the War, this rugged specimen is machine produced and measures 13½" long with its flap closed. Holster easily accommodates a small .32 caliber handgun. Accoutrement is cut from a large single piece of thick, black bridle leather that is folded over, machine-stitched and riveted to form the main body. In strong condition, the holster bears the clear maker stampings of "WM. READ & SONS / BOSTON" on the face of the leather belt loop. From 1858 to 1868, the William Read and Son business was located at 6 Market Square in Boston and dealer in military hardware and sporting goods. Holster is ruggedly constructed using stitching and brass rivets. Exterior leather body is quite strong but exhibits scattered areas of light surface cracking and scuffing overall. Closure tab is a small (1/4" dia) opening cut into the flap and secures to the body via a ball-type brass finial attached to the main body. A 3" wide, thick leather piece is folded over and riveted to the backside to serve as a single belt loop. Seam stitching is all original and tight. The muzzle opening of the revolver holster is missing its leather bottom plug. A wonderful, maker-marked leather revolver holster in very good condition overall.

(M17776) $225.00

Ca. 1860s. Black dyed bridal leather measuring 15.5 in length x 7.5" across upper flap. Leather moderately supple and cracking throughout, though with no flaking. Front finial strap, finial, and muzzle cover present and in good condition. The brass finial and rivets [one in front, three on the reverse] all exhibit verdigris s around the edges. Original seam stitching is missing halfway down the side-present only on lower half. Period replacement stitching has been applied to upper half. Else VG, w/smooth consistent patina. Attractive holster and good display piece.

(M19663) $450.00

Ca. 1880s. Black leather w/two buckled cross straps and one vertical, 3 holed saddle straps. Measures 11.25" in length, and 5.5" in width tapering to 3.5" at the bottom. The number "51" is stamped in half inch numerals across the upper right edge. Boot leather is fairly stiff and the straps exhibit moderate cracking but no flaking. Attractive display piece.

(123-5998) $145.00

"Rock Island Arsenal" marking, w/"D.C.L" inspectors stamp. Made of black leather, measuring 13.25" in length, 5.25" in width, w/front brass plate & two horizontal buckle straps, and saddle strap measuring 17.25". The last model carbine boot for the M1884 carbine. Leather is a bit stiff, exhibiting scratching and moderate cracking, but not a great of flaking. Else VG. Good display piece.

(100A-58) $225.00

Measures 12" in length, 3.5" in width at the bottom, 5.5" in width at the top. "Rock Island Arsenal" stamped in on upper right side (.125" lettering). Upper & lower 4-holed girth straps w/buckles. 3-holed saddle strap attached at the top. Protective brass "martingale" at top front. Leather stiff & lightly cracking but not flaking. Small white marking number--"5624"-at the bottom Else VG. Good Indian army display piece.

(M18239) Originally $300.00
REDUCED TO $250.00

Measures 12" in length, 3.5 in width at the bottom, 5.5 in width at the top. "Rock Island Arsenal" stamped on upper right side (in .125" lettering). Upper & lower 4-holed girth straps w/buckles. 3-holed saddle strap attached at the top. Protective brass "martingale" at top front. Leather stiff & lightly cracking w/some slight flaking. Small white marking number-"5626"-at top. Else VG. Good Indian army display piece.

(M18241) Originally $300.00
REDUCED TO $250.00

Measures 12" in length, 3.5" in width at the bottom, 5.5" in width at the top. "Rock Island Arsenal" stamped on upper right side (in .125" lettering). Upper & lower 4-holed girth straps w/buckles. 3-holed saddle strap attached at the top. Protective brass "martingale" at top front. Bridal leather stiff & slightly mottled; lightly cracking without flaking. Small white marking number-"5620"-at the top. Else VG. Good Indian army display piece.

(M18236) Originally $250.00
REDUCED TO $200.00

This is a black leather scabbard with a brass throat and two straps. The body is stamped ROCK ISLAND / ARSENAL and two sub inspector stamps are located on the ends of the straps. This Authentic U.S. Cavalry Carbine Boot shows some wear yet remains in good condition overall. Great price.

(M19489) $200.00

This is a black leather scabbard with a brass throat and two straps. The body is stamped ROCK ISLAND / ARSENAL and ONE sub inspector stamp is located on the ends of the Longer strap. Inside the strap is stamped E 6th CAV and the number 18. This Authentic U.S. Cavalry Carbine Boot shows some wear yet remains in good condition overall. Great price.

(M19490) $225.00