1876 PATTERN CARTRIDGE BELT

1876 PATTERN CARTRIDGE BELT Second type, measuring 2-3/8″ wide. Brown canvas over leather belt with 46 loops for 50-70 cartridges. Black leather billet marked “WATERVLIET ARSENAL” and inspected by “A.R.SMITH”. Records indicate that only 300 of these 50 cal. belts were produced in 1878 for issue to Indian scouts and teamsters. Attached to the belt is a Model 1885 saber sling having 2 leather straps 10″ long and 24″ respectively. Retains one side primed 50/70 cartridge. CONDITION: The overall condition of this belt is very good with one area of frayed canvas on the right lower edge. Billet has moderate crazing to the surface. 4-32482 DM2 (800-1,000)

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
	2195	$1,150.00	1876 PATTERN CARTRIDGE BELT Second type, measuring 2-3/8″ wide. Brown canvas over leather belt with 46 loops for 50-70 cartridges. Black leather billet marked “WATERVLIET ARSENAL” and inspected by “A.R.SMITH”. Records indicate that only 300 of these 50 cal. belts were produced in 1878 for issue to Indian scouts and teamsters. Attached to the belt is a Model 1885 saber sling having 2 leather straps 10″ long and 24″ respectively. Retains one side primed 50/70 cartridge. CONDITION: The overall condition of this belt is very good with one area of frayed canvas on the right lower edge. Billet has moderate crazing to the surface. 4-32482 DM2 (800-1,000) 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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