Original U.S. Early Civil War Cavalry Carbine Cartridge Box, Complete with Wooden Block Insert Martini-Henry Rifles The markings on the lock

The markings on the lock plate read-

and1 officer and 15 men wounded

but instead with an oval brass plate

The various circles and crosses indicate the type of lubricants used on the set

Each is complete with original unissued early model canvas chin strap with integral spring system

Original U.S. Early Civil War Cavalry Carbine Cartridge Box, Complete with Wooden Block Insert Martini-Henry Rifles The markings on the lockOriginal Item: Only One Available. Original Federal Issue Carbine Cartridge Box in excellent condition of circa 1861 1862 vintage. This box is a nice example of an early manufactured universal style of carbine box that became standard. It came with a removable wood block that could be changed to fit a variety of different cartridges. The box has the typical early war style of attaching the latch tab by the means of a row of stitching, and is fitted