December 15, 2020 Edged Weapons, Armor & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/15/2020
Standard issue pommel holsters for single pistols carried by U.S. dragoons in the early west. These conform to the 1850 pattern saddle holsters for the single shot M1842 pistols, but will accommodate 1836 flintlocks if carried loaded and primed, so some collectors date them earlier. They are constructed of black leather joined by a pommel strap with a hole to fit over the saddle pommel, and with formed covers fastening by latch tabs over a brass stud. Small loops are sewn to the sides to secure them to the saddle. A soft leather pouch with cover and five tin tubes for pistol paper cartridges is sewn the body of each holster. These are protected as well by the outer flap when fastened. CONDITION: Excellent. Just slight wear to the finish of the pommel strap from flexing and one short edge tear. One tie-down loop missing. Fancy militia or officer’s pommel holsters are not uncommon. Plain sets for enlisted mounted men are scarce. Perfect for an early cavalry display or collection devoted to the pre-Civil War army on the western plains. SR
Item Dimensions: 19 x 8 x 7"