It sits on the brim as do most Adrian chinstraps
dated 1942: Free of damage and looks to have never been issued
though there is some cracking to the finish of the leather
just days before the Americans launched the Guadalcanal campaign
The term miquelet lock was not recorded until the 19th century
Original U.S. Civil War M1851 U.S. Army Mounted Service Cavalry Enlisted Saber Belt with Saber Hanger German Militaria It sits on the brimOriginal Item: Only One Available. This belt is a fine example of the early, original buff leather, Model 1851, sword belt worn by Federal enlisted cavalrymen prior to and during the Civil War. It remains in overall fair condition, with its original, regulation 1851 pattern, brass eagle belt plate, with its keeper; the belt plate has a one piece, applied silver wreath. The brass cavalry saber hook is present. Constructed of strong bridle leather, the