Original Rare U.S. Civil War Model 1857 Cartridge Box with Original Tins and Box Plate Holsters & Cases with a lovely dark brown

with a lovely dark brown color from years of age and wear

The nearly 4 lb

Muzzle velocity was rated at 690 feet per second while maximum range was out to nearly 4

built from original parts and constructed on a legal non-firing BATF approved aluminum dummy receiver

Monetny Dvor mint marked and number engraved on the reverse with screw back and intact enamels

Original Rare U.S. Civil War Model 1857 Cartridge Box with Original Tins and Box Plate Holsters & Cases with a lovely dark brownOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an attractive example of a Federal Issue M 1857 Cartridge Box. This is a genuine article made by the firm of J. I. Pittmann. The Box is complete with an intact closure tab, both Shoulder Sling Buckles, and matching original tins. This is a scarce cartridge box. With the adoption of new model arms In 1855 the army decided to modify the design and size of the cartridge box. A new pattern was adopted in 1857,