Original U.S. Civil War Joslyn Firearms Co. M1864 Saddle Ring Carbine - Service Worn Condition French Helmets The most interesting aspect of

The most interesting aspect of this helmet is the information painted within the interior of the helmet

the left side of the frame has the Colt patent dates all clearly legible:

This battery was organized in New York City and was to be part of the Excelsior Brigade

whose heights had afforded observation for German artillery

Original U.S. Civil War Joslyn Firearms Co. M1864 Saddle Ring Carbine - Service Worn Condition French Helmets The most interesting aspect ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a real find, and is one of only a few Joslyn System carbines that we have had over 30 or so years. It is however definitely "service worn" condition, and looks to have seen extensive service during the U. S. Civil war and long after. This has worn the stock in many areas from cleaning, and the metalwork has a peppered look, with the active rust now cleaned away. This has removed a good deal of the markings,