Original U.S. Civil War Model 1860 Light Cavalry Sword by Ames - Dated 1865 Manufacture Type_New Made Items The so-called "M56 ammo case"

The so-called "M56 ammo case" includes an adjustable attachment strap on its back that clips onto metal loops on the Load Bearing Suspenders to prevent wobbling of the case and to distribute the weight better from belt to suspenders

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it was used to protect the cans from rust and moisture

These were tool check out tags used by personnel in order to make sure they returned them

Both sleeves maintain their Sergeant's Chevron in excellent condition and remaining firmly stitched

Original U.S. Civil War Model 1860 Light Cavalry Sword by Ames - Dated 1865 Manufacture Type_New Made Items The so-called "M56 ammo case"Original Item: Only One Available. This is a wonderful example of the principal cavalry saber used in the U. S. Civil War of 1860 1865. It features all brass mounts, a wood with leather wrapped sword grip and fully intact bound brass wire wrap, original leather belt hangers and a nice dark steel scabbard. The curved blade is marked on one side with the banner style address MADE BY AMES MFG CO. CHICOPEE MASS One the other side it is marked U. S. J. F.