UNIQUE ONE-OF-A-KIND PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX.

UNIQUE ONE-OF-A-KIND PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX. Sample pistol cartridge box submitted to the Chief of Ordnance on March 11, 1876 according to the orig paper label glued to the side of the box. Apparently this was an attempt to resolve the issue of how to carry pistol ammunition. The box measures approx 3-3/8″ wide x approx 5″ long x approx 2″ deep. The body is made of a single piece of black leather which serves as a hinge for the two halves of the box. The ends and top of the box are separate pieces stitched to the body. Inside are linen cartridge loops for 21 rounds of .45 cal. ammunition arranged in a unique accordion-like fashion. The two halves of the box are fastened together by a leather tab passing over a brass stud. On the reverse side of the box are two belt loops to receive the standard cavalry saber belt. The box appears to be entirely hand stitched and bears no markings as is typical for sample pieces. CONDITION: The overall condition of the box is very good with only slight surface flaking on the leather belt loops and the closure tab. Inside the box are two leather strips intended to restrict the opening of the box, one on either side. Both of these strips are loose at one end. The tab itself is cracked and weak, but functional. 4-32470 DM23 (1,000-2,500)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2192	$575.00	UNIQUE ONE-OF-A-KIND PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOX. Sample pistol cartridge box submitted to the Chief of Ordnance on March 11, 1876 according to the orig paper label glued to the side of the box. Apparently this was an attempt to resolve the issue of how to carry pistol ammunition. The box measures approx 3-3/8″ wide x approx 5″ long x approx 2″ deep. The body is made of a single piece of black leather which serves as a hinge for the two halves of the box. The ends and top of the box are separate pieces stitched to the body. Inside are linen cartridge loops for 21 rounds of .45 cal. ammunition arranged in a unique accordion-like fashion. The two halves of the box are fastened together by a leather tab passing over a brass stud. On the reverse side of the box are two belt loops to receive the standard cavalry saber belt. The box appears to be entirely hand stitched and bears no markings as is typical for sample pieces. CONDITION: The overall condition of the box is very good with only slight surface flaking on the leather belt loops and the closure tab. Inside the box are two leather strips intended to restrict the opening of the box, one on either side. Both of these strips are loose at one end. The tab itself is cracked and weak, but functional. 4-32470 DM23 (1,000-2,500) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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