This is a leather sling for use with Civil War-era rifle muskets. This is a Pattern 1857 musket sling which was originally designed for the US Model 1855 rifle musket, and subsequently saw use with the Model 1861 and Model 1863 rifle muskets.

The sling has a fixed leather loop at one end and a flat brass hook on the other, which was retained by two brass brads and a sewn flap at the end of the sling. The hook engaged one of holes along the length of the sling, which allowed the length to be adjusted. There is a sliding leather loop. The sling is approximately 47” long overall including the brass hook.

This US pattern rifle musket sling is in used and worn condition showing crazing and some finish loss at loop end. It remains supple.

The sling could be installed on a rifle musket to enhance the display of the weapon.  [jet][ph:L]

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