September 10-12, 2024 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/11/2024
Solid example of a Civil War M1864 McClellan saddle complete with skirts, quarter straps, original stirrup straps, hooded stirrups, and all of the iron and brass hardware. The rawhide covering the seat is in excellent condition, retaining an attractive light color with no wear points, tears or holes and with all of the seams intact with good stitching. All of the brass coat strap mortise plates are present and firmly attached. All of the iron rings, barrel staples and foot loops are present, with the majority of the original black lacquer japanned finish present on the iron fittings. The black leather components are all in very good condition with no breaks or tears, are still supple with no weak points, and retain some of the original surface shine. The stirrups are present with firm wooden frames that have no splits or damage. Each stirrup is covered with a leather hood with no damage and a bright smooth finish.
Overall very good complete example of the Civil War Model 1864 McClellan Saddle. CONDITION: Very good, and an above average example.