Description
Up for sale is an original Rock Island Arsenal experimental gun belt and cavalry rifle scabbard, manufactured in 1917. Produced during America’s rapid mobilization for World War I, this rare piece represents an early attempt at refining mounted infantry gear for the modern battlefield.
Marked by Rock Island Arsenal, this set shows typical design experimentation from the period, with features intended for field use by U.S. cavalry units transitioning from horse-mounted to more mobile warfare. The belt and scabbard remain in original condition, with honest wear and visible markings that speak to its authenticity and age.
Own a rare and historically significant piece of early 20th-century U.S. military gear with this 1917 Rock Island Arsenal experimental gun belt and cavalry set.
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