Original U.S. M1887 Springfield Trapdoor or Krag Rifle Leather Sling P-1853 Enfield but they pair very well

but they pair very well together and have been for quite some time

and for the most part functioned like a bayonet

a likely partial maker’s code

The best feature of this helmet is definitely the original 37th Infantry Division - Buckeye Division emblem in the center of the front of the helmet

3/8" thick steel blade is in excellent condition with just scattered areas of surface rust and pitting

Original U.S. M1887 Springfield Trapdoor or Krag Rifle Leather Sling P-1853 Enfield but they pair very wellOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a great genuine U. S. M1887 sling. Constructed as a one 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 is one leather keeper loop. These were designed for the Springfield Trapdoor or Krag rifles. Condition of leather is good and supple, has darkened over time, complete with heavy stitching, one leather keeper loop, proper adjustment