Original U.S. American Revolution / War of 1812 Era American Cartridge Box with Rosette & Wooden Insert - Brass Securing Knob Retained Rear Sight Assembly This very interesting example bears

This very interesting example bears Serial number of 59374 on the receiver tang

A few of these guns fell into the hands of private militias staffed by mine company guards after the state discontinued funding of most of the guard units assigned to maintain order during a prolonged miners' strike

including P131 for the DWM factory located in Berlin-Borsigwalde

FINE CHAIN TWIST

though the composite Colt "Prancing Pony" butt plate is missing the bottom 1/4 below the lower screw

Original U.S. American Revolution / War of 1812 Era American Cartridge Box with Rosette & Wooden Insert - Brass Securing Knob Retained Rear Sight Assembly This very interesting example bearsOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is the standard design for an early American made Militia leather cartridge box. These types were seen in the late Revolutionary War and were used up until the War of 1812 and later. This gorgeous example has somewhat pliable leather for its age, and has aged very well. The stitching of the leather is great and both belt loops are intact, but one of the two is detached at the top. The front of the flap has a