PROTOTYPE FOR THE 1875 HOLSTER WITH ORDNANCE DEPARTMENT TAG.

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An interesting example of a prototype 1875 pattern swivel holster with Ordnance Department tag. The holster is constructed of bridle black leather and was manufactured at the Watervliet Arsenal. The belt loop is marked "WATERVLIET ARSENAL" on the belt loop, which is affixed to the holster by a Hoffman swivel. The holster exhibits a wider body and does not feature the typical US in oval embossing. The Ordnance Department hang tag that allowed positive identification of the pattern holster of 1875 was removed from the holster but is original to the holster. The tag reads "No 3882 EWC / Aug 7 1875 / RECEIVED ORDNANCE OFFICE / Sample Holster / From / Watervliet Arsenal / for either / Colts, Schofield Smith & / Wesson revolvers". Leather body remains sturdy and supple with surface crazing throughout. Securing strap exhibits a repair. Belt loop is properly riveted and the swivel does not function. A nice example of a prototype holster with documentation. This holster is featured on page 97 of US Military Holsters and Related Accoutrements by Edward Scott Meadows. CONDITION: Good.

Item Dimensions: L: 13"

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Ordnance Department Tag