Original U.S. Civil War Blackened Buff Leather Body Sling with Attachment Hook for Cavalry Saddle Ring Carbine - Excellent Receiver Top Cover however the the front tab

however the the front tab is broken off

It's possible that this was found very close to the Battlefield outside of Culloden

This is a lovely and rare American Revolutionary War Era Sergeant's spontoon

To obtain accurate readings

Original U.S. Civil War Blackened Buff Leather Body Sling with Attachment Hook for Cavalry Saddle Ring Carbine - Excellent Receiver Top Cover however the the front tabOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice U. S. Civil War Era blackened buff leather body sling, 2 3 8" wide with large brass buckle, intended to be draped over the shoulder. Attached is a Spring loaded Carbine Sling Swivel Hook, used to secure Saddle Ring Carbine, like a SHARPS, under the arm for use when mounted on a Cavalry Charger. This sling allowed the trooper to easily access the carbine, and also served to stabilize it against the