Original U.S. Indian Wars / Spanish-American War- M1878 Canteen by J.C. Johnson & Co with Leather Shoulder Strap Martini-Henry Parts During testing

During testing

The flags represented

The top chamber flat on this example is marked:

The helmet is in overall good condition with headset

The second measures 9 1/2" and is a tad smaller but identical without any marking

Original U.S. Indian Wars / Spanish-American War- M1878 Canteen by J.C. Johnson & Co with Leather Shoulder Strap Martini-Henry Parts During testingOriginal Item: Only One Available. US M1878 Canteen with a tan canvas cover with a very clear U. S. stencil on the front, in very good condition with the original issue sling. The side of the spout is marked with the maker and contract date: J. C. JOHNSON & CO. FEB. 6. 65 The canteen is incomplete and is missing the original cork stopper. It has the proper pattern leather shoulder strap, of the early adjustable style in good condition, but has dried