Original Rare U.S. Civil War Model 1857 Cartridge Box with Original Tins and Box Plate Holsters & Cases with a lovely dark brown

with a lovely dark brown color from years of age and wear

Overall a nice condition gas mask that is already more than 100 years of age

The split pin chin strap bale attachment further confirms that this is one of the 400

Original Items: Very few Pre-WW2 Dutch blue enameled water bottle with white porcelain stopper and cotton web carrying strap

Muzzle velocity was rated at 690 feet per second while maximum range was out to nearly 4

Original Rare U.S. Civil War Model 1857 Cartridge Box with Original Tins and Box Plate Holsters & Cases with a lovely dark brownOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an attractive example of a Federal Issue M 1857 Cartridge Box. This is a genuine article made by the firm of J. I. Pittmann. The Box is complete with an intact closure tab, both Shoulder Sling Buckles, and matching original tins. This is a scarce cartridge box. With the adoption of new model arms In 1855 the army decided to modify the design and size of the cartridge box. A new pattern was adopted in 1857,