The piece features an eagle with an olive branch swooping above a star and wave patterning which is similar to some of the symbolism used in the Japanese Air Self Defense Force during the early post war years
and the artillery supporting the 188th could not get ashore to suppress Japanese firepower
The left side of the helmet has the divisional insignia of the 78th Infantry Division "Lightning"
It has a very crisp tight action in fully functional condition with the original dust cover
Here is a lovely pair of Carving Knife and Fork made from the steel recovered from the great Battle Ship and clearly marked on the Knife blade to that effect
Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Saddle Ring Carbine Serial Number 100564A - Made in 1882 Russian Ordnance The piece features an eagleOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a great vintage cowboy saddle ring Winchester Model 1873 carbine in the most popular caliber of . 44 40, as used in both carbines and six gun revolvers of the era. Offered in very nice aged condition and correct in all respects, serial number 100564A indicates that it was manufactured in 1884. Still fully functional, the action cycles great, with a 20 inch round barrel. The bore however is definitely worn,
