Z739     Second Pattern Model 1904 Saddlebags "Long 1917 R.A.W"

Description: Here is a decent set of saddlebags that were produced by Long for WWI. This set still has the canvas inserts that are buttoned to the inside of each pouch. The leather on this example is quite nice and has been treated. Five of the original closing tabs are present and one is broken. Both top straps and brass loop holes are still present on the main body although both tabs show some damage and one is torn. On the back of one of the sides, there are two holes. One is on the bottom and the other is where the brass O ring was attached on the back. While not the best piece, this example is priced right!

Measures: Approx. 40" in length or 20" in length when folded.

Recovered: Surplus Stocks

Reference: Dorsey "The American Military Saddle, 1776-1945" Pg. 211

Price: $75.00

WW1A     Post WW1 Era Leather Belt with M1904 Sword Hanger

Description: Here is an interesting belt rig. This appears to be some sort of elaborate state militia belt rig. It has the stitched design like the more common Sam Browne belts. The buckle is missing but the keeper is still attached to the end. There is a model 1904 sword hanger attached to the rig that is in great shape.

Measures: 35.5" in length

Recovered: Estate of Captain Augustus Migell of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company

Price: $120.00

Z633     Model 1904 Artillery McClellan Saddle

Description: Here is an almost complete model 1904 McClellan saddle used by the artillery. This one could use some TLC and some Pecards. This particular saddle still has one of the sweat leathers on it so it would have been one of two saddles in an artillery team of six to have this. This would have been for the near lead or near wheel horses. This saddle has the M1912 iron stirrups on it and was probably used during the WWI era or before. The saddle bags would have been on the other four horses. The iron stud for the saddlebags is located in the back. The M1904 Saddlebags had the reinforced center stitched to take the wear from hanging on this stud. This one could be cleaned up quite a bit or torn apart to rebuild a new one. There are no markings on this piece that I can see. This appears to have had a lot of saddle oil on it at one time and it probably unpunched the markings.

Recovered: Surplus Stocks

Price: $150.00 SOLD

Z621     Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts Guidon and Flag Staff Harness

Description: Here is a wonderful grouping right out of the estate of Captain Augustus J. Migell. This flag measures approximately 28" x 20." This one is made of wool and the A&HA CO are sewn into both sides. This flag probably dates from the Spanish American War to WWI. This one does have some moth damage but you would be hard pressed to find another one like this from the H&HA Co. This is a great company flag from the third oldest chartered military organization in the world. This lot also includes the flag staff harness located at the bottom of this page.  This one is very nicely made and appears to be made during the 1920's-1930's. It is inscribed "Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company" on one side and " Chartered 1638" on the other. The harness leather is still quite supple but could use some Pecards. Interestingly this harness has some European history. This one still has the baggage tag on it from when the H&HA Co. went on their group trip to Brussels. I have some pictures and some documents relating to the A&HA Co. that will accompany this wonderful grouping.

Recovered: Estate of Captain Augustus J. Migell of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery

Price: $875.00

Z620     Leather Shoulder Strap for a Jefferson Ordinance Depot Sam Browne Belt

Description: Here is a very nice shoulder sling for the M1921 Sam Browne Belt. This one is marked M.E.M. as are most of the ones that I have seen. The main strip on this measures 39" unfolded on the end. The other buckle part measures 8.5' unfolded. The leather on this piece is very nice with mild crazing. The leather is still supple and it would look great if you have Sam Browne belt without the sling.

Recovered: Estate of Augustus J. Migell of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery

Price: $35.00

Z619     Typical 1920's Era Sam Browne Belt ID'D to Lt. Col. G.G. Morse of the 182nd Infantry

Description: Here is another excellent Sam Browne belt from New England estate. The leather on this belt is in great shape with minimal crazing and cracking. The leather is still supple and in flexible condition. The original shoulder strap is still attached and is supple as well. As you can see from the photos, there is a small break in the leather on the inside of the belt. This probably occurred from the tight stitching. All of the stitching on the rest of the belt is intact and tight. The stitching that holds the shoulder loops on is reinforced and strong. This belt along with the other one (Z618) are ID'd to Lt. Col. G.G. Morse. This one is inscribed behind the buckle tab. 

Recovered: Estate of Augustus J. Migell of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery

Price: $95.00

Z618     ID'd Sam Browne Belt (Jefferson Ordinance Depot) 1921

Description: Here is an excellent russet leather belt that belonged to Lt. Col. G.G. Morse of the 182nd Infantry. This belt is in fabulous shape and has very little crazing or cracking. The belt is marked on the back "Q.M.C. JEFF. 1921 H.E.K." Henry E. Kelsey stamped the belt and was working at the Jefferson Ordinance Depot from 1921-1940. He was also a leather inspector at the Rock Island Arsenal until the transfer in 1921. The belt is also stamped J.F.M. on the back near the buckle. The shoulder sling is also in excellent condition and is marked M.E.M. The letters MORSE are inscribed on the back notating Lt. Col. G.G. Morse of the 182nd Infantry. This would make an excellent addition to any WWI era collection!

Measures: 46" in Length

Recovered: Estate of Augustus J. Migell of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery

Price: $125.00

Z523     Model 1910 Canteen (1918 Set) (Cover: Rock Island Arsenal/ Canteen & Cup: AGM Co. 1918)

Description: Here is an excellent set all marked 1918. The cover is a R.I.A. 1918 Pattern and you can still see the inspector's mark on the left interior ear. There is a small hole in the cover that you can see in picture No. 3 that is right on the seam. There is also a very small spot on the cover about 1.5" up from the "S." These are unnoticeable but mentioned for exactness. The inside is flawless and still lined with felt with no holes, cuts, or tears. Both snaps still work and have the full finish in place. The canteen itself is minty. The welded seams are great and the canteen still has the original frosting on it with wear where the snaps touch. It is marked, " US / AGM Co 1918." The welded neck ring, chain, and top pin all still have their original finish. The cup is in excellent shape and is also marked, "US / AGM Co / 1918." It appears to have the original wash with some corrosion where the folding handle has been sitting on it which is typical of this style. There are no dents or dings to the canteen or cup. These are becoming increasingly hard to find in this condition. This perfect all matching set would look great in your military collection.

Measures: 8" x 5.5" x 3.5"

Recovered: Surplus Stock

Price: $165.00

Z463     Excavated German Seitengewehr 1898 Quillback Bayonet

Description: Here is a bayonet that is a little harder to find. This pattern in known as the "quillback." These weak and slim blades were prone to damage in the field and this example shows it. This is one out of the collection that was brought back by a tourist many years ago. These bayonets measure just over 25" intact. I have seen a lot of dug bayonets from this battlefield and this is a harder variant to find.

Measures: 17.5" Long

Recovered: Somme, France

Price: $30.00

Z462     Excavated British Model 1907 Bayonet

Description: Here is an excellent relic from the WWI era. This M1907 bayonet was recovered by a tourist visiting the Somme many years ago. This bayonet blade has very stable metal and is missing a few inches on the end. The overall length of the bayonet would measure 21.75" if it was complete. This one still has nice sections of the wooden grips left. This would make a great addition to any relic or WWI collection.

Measures: 17" Long

Recovered: Somme, France

Price: $30.00

Z454     U.S. Marked Mess Knives WWI-WWII Era

Description: U.S. army mess knives. We haven't quite been able to put a date on these as they don't match up with any documented model number. All of them still have traces of the nickel plating. Each one has the "U.S." stamped into the handle. They were manufactured using a two part process. The blade is added to the handle and then soldered. Judging by the design I would say these were probably produced in the WWI Era but could possibly be earlier. I bet you probably don't have one of these in your mess gear collection.

Marked: "US"

Measures: 7.75" in Length

Recovered: Surplus Stocks

Price: $15.00 Each (Qty. Available 3)

Z428     Rare First Model LP08 32 Round Clip for the German Artillery Luger.

Here is an excellent and very rare dug item. This is an excavated 32 trommel magazine for the WWI German artillery Luger or Luger Carbine. Most of these are found in unissued condition. Here is an actual war used piece. The housing plate is gone exposing the spring and crank. These are very expensive in non dug condition. This would make an excellent addition to your WWI German Luger collection!

Measures: 5" x 3.75"

Recovered: France

Price: $125.00

Z364     Battlefield Pick up German WWI M1894 Hebel Flare Pistol

Description: Here is a nice battlefield pick up flare pistol. This is one of several WWI relics that were sold by the guys at "The Great War" many years ago. These "Hebel" flare pistols were used from the 1890's all the way through WWII. During WWI they were standard issue and used for all sorts of reasons. This one is your typical 26.5mm flare pistol. It is lightly rusted and you can partially make out the serial number. The trigger guard,wooden handles and a few interior springs are long gone. This would make a great addition to your WWI relic collection.

Measures: 14.25" in length

Price: $85.00

Z250    Model 1904 Haversack by Rock Island Arsenal

Description: Here is a very nice marked M1904 Haversack. This one is marked 13 C D C NY 4 over 69. I would assume this is for the Coast Defense Corps?. The interior is marked Rock Island Arsenal but it is faded. This pack does have the ration bag inside of it. The pot metal attachment buttons for the ration bag are in place but rusted. The bag does have some soiling but it looks much better in person.

Measures: 14" x 14"

Price: $65.00

Z220     Battlefield Pickup Relic French Mle 1886/93

Description: Here is a very nice WWI vintage French Lebel rifle that was picked up in France many moons ago. This piece was brought back and was part of a large group of excavated/pickup relics from France. It is in relic condition. It appears that the barrel is plugged and is probably the reason the gun was discarded. There is still a little bit of the stock remaining. You can clearly see the manufacture date of 1915 near the receiver. There was a little bit of green paint that was dropped on the end of the barrel but it would easily clean off. This would make an excellent gift for the WWI enthusiast or it may look even nicer hanging on your wall.

Measures:  42" x 4.5"

Recovered: France

Price: $135.00

Z157     Model 1910 Dismounted Rifle Cartridge Belt (Rimmed Eagle Snaps)(Pre-1917)

Description: Here is an excellent infantry belt that was used early in WWI. This is the pre 1917 type with the clip retaining straps inside of the pockets. These belts would have held 20 (5) round stripper clips, two clips going in each pocket. This belt does have the Mills marking on the back and both interior buckle ends are marked. There is very little fraying and the belt is in nice overall shape. These are becoming scarcer and scarcer every year. This would make a great addition to any WWI equipment collection.

Price: $125.00