Original U.S. Indian Wars 3rd Infantry Regiment Militia Pattern 1872 Shako by W. Stokes Kirk of Philadelphia Helmets dry fire function and is

dry fire function and is a very low serial number #243

and as with any revolver of this vintage

giving the overall impression of a human spine

This example however is definitely a First model

Original U.S. Indian Wars 3rd Infantry Regiment Militia Pattern 1872 Shako by W. Stokes Kirk of Philadelphia Helmets dry fire function and isOriginal Item: Only One Available. Fantastic pattern 1872 Indian Wars rigid shell kepi. Characteristics that define this version are sturdier construction and a lather banding around the crown. This fine example dates from the end of the 19th century and belonged to a member of the 3rd Infantry, M Company as designated by the 3 M between two crossed rifles indicating 3rd Infantry regiment, company M. Cap is in good condition for being well over a