Z471     1859 Carbine Thimble (E. Metzger Phila)

Description: Here is a very minty carbine thimble. The strap on the side buckled the thimble directly to the girth strap on the McClellan saddle. The carbine would have been hanging from the sling and the tip of the barrel would have been inserted through the thimble. This helped to keep the carbine from flying around. These carbine sockets where known to be hazardous. If the cavalryman were to be thrown there was a good chance the carbine would stay in the boot. The rider would then be dragged to death which did happen on occasion. This particular carbine boot was produced by E. Metzger of Philadelphia and is marked on the tip of the strap. The jappaned buckle still retains most of its original finish. This would make a great addition to any accoutrement or cavalry collection.

Measures: 2.75" x 2.5"

Recovered: Bannerman's Surplus

Price: $110.00

Z83     Federal Percussion Cap Box (Marked L.S. Baker / New York)

Description: Here is a typical 1861 pattern percussion cap box that shows some use. This one was produced by L.S. Baker of New York. The wool and pick are long gone and the leather does show some crazing. The leather is a little stiff and the latch tab is torn. Both belt loops are attached and the inner flap is missing one of the sides as well. This would make a great gift for that beginning collector.

Measures: 3.5" x 3.5"

Price: $85.00

Z82     Federal Percussion Cap Box (Unmarked)

Description: Here is a nice 1861 pattern cap box. This one is missing the wool and pick. Everything else is present and the leather is still supple. The leather does exhibit some crazing and flaking all over. The stitching is still tight for the most part. There is one very small area on the interior flap where the stitching has come loose. It really doesn't detract from the piece but is mentioned for exactness. This style has the riveted belt loops on the back and the brass finial is secure. This would make a great addition to any Civil War collection!

Measures: 3.5" x 3.5"

Price: $125.00

Z79     Philadelphia Bullseye Canteen by Hadden, Porter & Booth

Description: Here is a nice early to mid war bullseye canteen with 7 raised ribs by Hadden, Porter & Booth. It has minor dents and dings from ordinary service. The spout is marked but is unreadable. All three strap loops are present and so is the pewter spout. At some point in time this canteen was painted silver. A lot of the paint has an aged patina and some has worn off. It wouldn't be to hard to remove the paint from the tin surface. This canteen would look great hanging in your war room.

Reference: Mike O'Donnell, "U.S. Army & Militia Canteens 1775-1910" Pg. 132-133

Price: $185.00