Original U.S. Civil War Federal Pattern 1826 Cartridge Box Sling Eagle Breast Plate colts Purchased from the original owner

Purchased from the original owner that conducted a well-documented meticulous frame off restoration with full engine rebuild in the mid-1990s

- Original dog tags (2) which read Early E

an early synthetic fabric

with blue fabric corner reinforcements

The following designations were used: Illuminated Sight

Original U.S. Civil War Federal Pattern 1826 Cartridge Box Sling Eagle Breast Plate colts Purchased from the original ownerOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice pattern 1826 Eagle Breast Plate with lead filled back. These would be attached to the long sling on the cartridge box used with the Springfield rifled musket. Both mounting loops are still attached, though they do have oxidation. The front brass face has very nice details and has aged wonderfully. The reverse side does show oxidation and some deterioration of the lead fill. This doesn't look to be