Original U.S. Indian Wars Experimental M-1878 Haversack with Rare Leather Trim & Original Leather Carrying Strap - Named Military Art which still has the correct

which still has the correct panzergrau blue gray paint job

The most impressive feature is the hand-embroidered observation balloon insignia on the left shoulder

and the two straps for its attachment are extremely worn and stained

This is a very nice example of a musket from Mile's second contract

new nomenclature was adopted for USAF back-style chutes

Original U.S. Indian Wars Experimental M-1878 Haversack with Rare Leather Trim & Original Leather Carrying Strap - Named Military Art which still has the correctOriginal Item. One of a Kind. This is an excellent experimental example of the M1878 Haversack with the original leather strap. This is still in the original experimental configuration, with two "D Rings" on the back with leather bases, instead of canvas. This rare variant has a leather trim and strap, later replaced entirely by canvas. The strap and buckle are fully retained and work great. The front of the bag is stenciled U. S. with the marking