Original U.S. Indian Wars Model 1889 Black Campaign Hat by The Charles William Stores of New York U.S. Uniforms This portepee was a beauty

This portepee was a beauty

92mmx57mm WITH DEMILLED RECEIVER and including: Water Jacket

Steel hilt marked:

Measuring just about 1" round with the addition of the Wick and circular flint wheel

and was then withdrawn to Luxembourg to prepare for an assault over the River Rhine

Original U.S. Indian Wars Model 1889 Black Campaign Hat by The Charles William Stores of New York U.S. Uniforms This portepee was a beautyOriginal Item: Only One Available. Black Fur felt with grosgrain ribbon hatband, has no brim stitching indicating a late model specimen. This black felt hat became symbolic of the Army on the western frontier and today is one of the most highly prized pieces of military headgear. It has a brim measuring approx 3 wide. The crown measures approx 5 high. This hat comes complete with an 1880s Gold Cavalry officer hat cord. Interior has a leather sweatband