Original U.S. Civil War Model 1861 ”Universal” Carbine Cartridge Box, Complete with Wooden Block Insert Percusion Muskets Since the war was initially

Since the war was initially expected to be of short duration and to reach its conclusion in 1900

and it features field red/maroon wool construction

The sidecar is the earliest version that features a torsion bar (not leaf spring)

These were designed to be worn under the M38 helmet

Action: Rolling Block

Original U.S. Civil War Model 1861 ”Universal” Carbine Cartridge Box, Complete with Wooden Block Insert Percusion Muskets Since the war was initiallyOriginal Item: Only One Available. Original Federal Issue Carbine Cartridge Box in excellent complete condition. This box is a nice example of the universal style of carbine box that became standard, with a removable wood block that could be changed to fit a variety of different cartridges. The box has the typical mid war style of attaching the latch tab by the means of a rivet and semi circle of stitching, but still conforms to older specifications