Original Civil War Union Officer’s Bullion Wreathed U.S. Cap/Hat Insignia French Gun Magazines The haft of the axe

The haft of the axe measures almost 30" overall

so it is not very oxidized

we feel that this rifle was most likely originally made in flintlock

Key items of interest in this set include:

by General Dynamics Ohio Ordnance Works

Original Civil War Union Officer’s Bullion Wreathed U.S. Cap/Hat Insignia French Gun Magazines The haft of the axeOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fine example of a Civil War Union Officers Cap Device featuring a wreath surrounding a U. S.. This insignia has recently come to market after being found in an old family bible in a New England estate. The device is the typical style as used during the Civil War, and worn on all versions of headgear worn by Federal Officers during the war. The insignia is embroidered on a dark blue wool with fine bullion