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Ca. 19th C. U.S. Cavalry Shank # 2 Bridle Bit

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:75.00 USD Estimated At:200.00 - 400.00 USD
Ca. 19th C. U.S. Cavalry Shank # 2 Bridle Bit
Featured in this lot is this U.S. Cavalry shank #2 bridle bit circa 19th century. The bridle bit features a wonderfully and professionally crafted steel construction that shows a traditional Cavalry style of the design and is marked on the bit portion 'U.S. - 2'. The condition of this old cavalry bit is preserved with serious oxidation to the bit and shows the left rein ring missing due to a sunder in its keeper but otherwise is in preserved condition. The measurements of this bit is 7 1/4" x 5 1/4". The collective weight of this bit is 10oz.