MODEL 1879 U.S. CAVALRY SADDLEBAGS.

MODEL 1879 U.S. CAVALRY SADDLEBAGS. These bags were made and issued in both leather and canvas configurations, this one representing the leather version. The two black leather bags are connected by a 1-pc seat that extended across the back of the saddle. Both bags retain their orig drab duck liners with fitted pockets for various utensils. On the outside of each bag is an additional leather pocket measuring approx 7″ square for holding horseshoes and ammunition. The flaps of both bags are faintly embossed “U.S.”. At the bottom of each bag is a brass ring serving as a connection for a belly strap approx 1″ wide, included herewith, that passed beneath the horse to stabilize the bags. CONDITION: Very good condition overall. Two holes, one on either side on the seat, approx 1″ in diameter that are not orig. 4-32494 DM59 (500-1,000)

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
	2224	$805.00	MODEL 1879 U.S. CAVALRY SADDLEBAGS. These bags were made and issued in both leather and canvas configurations, this one representing the leather version. The two black leather bags are connected by a 1-pc seat that extended across the back of the saddle. Both bags retain their orig drab duck liners with fitted pockets for various utensils. On the outside of each bag is an additional leather pocket measuring approx 7″ square for holding horseshoes and ammunition. The flaps of both bags are faintly embossed “U.S.”. At the bottom of each bag is a brass ring serving as a connection for a belly strap approx 1″ wide, included herewith, that passed beneath the horse to stabilize the bags. CONDITION: Very good condition overall. Two holes, one on either side on the seat, approx 1″ in diameter that are not orig. 4-32494 DM59 (500-1,000) 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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