Original U.S. Spanish-American War Model 1892 New York Contract Experimental “Ropes” Pattern Holster for Colt .38 Long Revolver Antique Handguns diameter globe set within steel

diameter globe set within steel calibrated horizon and meridian rings on black painted brass base stamped 1075 next to the Waffenamt over M used to identify items made for the German Navy or Kriegsmarine

The Model 1854 is 45 1/2 inches in overall length

this is a quality aluminum reproduction of the rare German WWI helmet shield known as the "brow plate" that were issued to snipers and trench raiding parties

The blade still has a lovely gold washed background to most of the etching

though it cannot be read

Original U.S. Spanish-American War Model 1892 New York Contract Experimental “Ropes” Pattern Holster for Colt .38 Long Revolver Antique Handguns diameter globe set within steelOriginal Item: Only One Available. Now this is a rare piece of history! This Model 1892 holster is a New York contract Ropes Pattern experimental holster featuring the Mexican Loop, as used with the Colt . 38 Long Barrel Revolver! The holster design was attributed to Captain James M. Ropes as the result of his many years of practical experience in the US military, and reflected both his experience in the Civil War era volunteer army cavalry and in the