Original Japanese Meiji Era 1886 Pattern Infantry Hat - 1904-05 Russo Japanese War French Antique Guns with loads of history and

with loads of history and patina

It comes with the the shorter 3 1/2 inch barrel (7 inches was the other option)

the former Friede Kuenel

though this example does not have the rare cover and sling:

Ball Gunner Robert Erfurth San Antonio

Original Japanese Meiji Era 1886 Pattern Infantry Hat - 1904-05 Russo Japanese War French Antique Guns with loads of history andOriginal Item: Only One Available. We are pleased to offer this never before seen, original era manufactured Japanese model 1886 infantry hat. This is a short pattern kepi, with a blue wool top and yellow wool piping and band and the classic brass star at center. The piping does not run the entire length of the crown, and appears to have been damaged or repaired at some point. Complete with a short patent leather visor and a thin black patent leather