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Lot of (2) Carbine Boots and (1) Socket.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:100.00 USD Estimated At:200.00 - 400.00 USD
Lot of (2) Carbine Boots and (1) Socket.
(1) Carbine Boot. Circa 1881. Black leather construction, stamped "ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL". Shows age with cracking to leather and corrosion to metal components. Approx 11" overall. (1) Indian War Era Carbine Boot. Circa 1880's. Black leather construction with brass throat. This boot was most likely used with the .45-70 Trapdoor Carbine and later for the .30-40 Krag Carbine. No visible markings. Shows age. (1) Unissued Civil War Carbine Socket. This socket was attached to the saddle and the trooper would put the barrel of his carbine through the socket while the carbine was attached to the Carbine Sling hung over the troopers shoulder and down by his side. The socket kept the carbine from swinging wildly while riding. Black leather stamped "O PETERS". With cracking of leather strap and dings on metal buckle. Approx 2-1/2" long x 2-1/2" diameter.