Original U.S. M1887 Springfield Trapdoor or Krag Rifle Leather Sling with Keeper by Rock Island Arsenal MG 34 as is the padding on

as is the padding on the crown pad

with the original finish partly worn away

Overall a great opportunity to get a truly excellent example of a German WWII Beaded M35 Civic helmet

It was eventually returned to being a building for the arts

with all components still fully functional

Original U.S. M1887 Springfield Trapdoor or Krag Rifle Leather Sling with Keeper by Rock Island Arsenal MG 34 as is the padding onOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a great genuine U. S. M1887 sling. Constructed as a two piece sling not the stitched 2 piece type with brass double claw hook on one end and a brass stud button on the other. There are two leather keeper loops. These were designed for the Springfield Trapdoor or Krag rifles. Condition of leather is fair and brown, has stiffened a bit over time, complete with heavy stitching, proper adjustment holes and