Original U.S. Seminole Wars Era Model 1824 Bell Crown “Tar Bucket” Shako Lewis Gun complete with its brass-mounted leather

complete with its brass-mounted leather scabbard

Chest width: 23

Approximate Measurements:

showing it has been carefully cared for during the past 140 years

meant for stabbing

Original U.S. Seminole Wars Era Model 1824 Bell Crown “Tar Bucket” Shako Lewis Gun complete with its brass-mounted leatherOriginal Item: Only One Available. Now this is an extremely rare and rather lovely M1824 Bell Crown. Although the plume is a replacement, the overall condition is unusually exceptional. This style of hat was in use during the 1821 1835 period. This is a very nice U. S. Militia bell crown "tar bucket" shako. Used by regular forces as well as militia units from 1820 1835. This very original example has a portion of the front eagle insignia missing but