Original U.S. Indian Wars Cavalry Model 1889 Black Felt Campaign Hat by P. Herst of Philadelphia Military Equipment with the barrel still attached

with the barrel still attached to the receiver nose

the field glasses are offered in good functional condition

with a great patina

Although we feel the painting is from the period that does not mean it was not painted immediately following his death as the entire Country went into deep mourning

they are about 4 times rarer than the coveted Raider Stiletto

Original U.S. Indian Wars Cavalry Model 1889 Black Felt Campaign Hat by P. Herst of Philadelphia Military Equipment with the barrel still attachedOriginal Item: Only One Available. Black Fur felt has single rows of bound brim stitching indicating a later specimen. This black felt hat became symbolic of the Army on the western frontier and today is one of the most highly prized pieces of military headgear. It has a brim measuring approx 2. 5 inches wide. The crown measures approx 5 high. This hat comes complete with a crossed swords Cavalry insignia with letter B below. Interior has a leather