Original U.S. Civil War Complete Model 1858 Smooth Side Canteen With Cover and Sling Category_MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly The tines are straight

The tines are straight

which was introduced later

missing the vertical feed chute and wood transit chest

For this reason Soldiers have a strong tendency to become attached toequipment they like

New York in the mid-19th century

Original U.S. Civil War Complete Model 1858 Smooth Side Canteen With Cover and Sling Category_MG 34 Barrel Jacket Assembly The tines are straightOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an extremely nice, rare example of a complete service worn Model 1858 Smooth Side Canteen from the American Civil War. Prior to 1858 canteens were made of wood or tin and came in a variety of forms and sizes. The two most prominent being the "barrel type" made of wood with side slats like a barrel, and the "cheesebox type" made of wood with a single wrap around side. Tin water bottles, similar to that used by