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MODEL 1851 ENLISTED MOUNTED BLACK BUFF SABRE BELT
COMPLETE WITH SABRE STRAPS AND MATCHING NUMBERED PLATE
AND HASP: This is a very nice example of the
Model 1851 Enlisted Black Buff Sabre Belt issued to all
mounted troops, complete with both full length sabre
straps and the very desirable matching numbered belt
plate and hasp.
The correct Model 1851 Sabre Belt Plate, complete with
the one piece applied silver wreath, has an even
patinated finish, shows no excessive wear or damage, and
is stamped 527 as is the matching captive hasp,
evidence that these two pieces were originally fitted to
each other after casting and originally mated to this
belt. Few of these belts are found today with these
matching numbers, making this set notable.
The black buff leather of this belt has survived in very
good condition, still remaining supple without the
hardening frequently seen in the buff leather and
retaining much of the standing nap and a clean, light
coloring to the properly undyed interior surface. The
belt is full length measuring 37 ½ long and 1 7/8
wide, is complete with the adjustment hook and the
leather keeper. All of the fittings and chapes are
present, full form and solidly stitched to the body of
the belt. Both sabre straps are full length, the short
strap measuring 16 and the long strap measuring 32,
and each is complete with the two brass double-headed
buttons and two matching black buff leather sliding
keepers, and like the belt, both straps are supple with
no breaks or tears and have a clean interior surface.
There is a faint ink stamped makers mark on the
interior surface of the belt, barely legible and
difficult to make out individual letters, but based on
its shape I believe the maker to be Dingee.
Overall a very attractive early Cavalry and Dragoon
Sabre Belt, and one that will display nicely with an
early revolver and sabre. $2250
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