Original U.S. Civil War / Early Indian Wars Private Purchase Chasseur Style Pattern Kepi With Pre - Civil War Infantry “I” Side Buttons Antique Handguns typical of long storage

typical of long storage

Once called the "East Indies"

Used on the following airplanes:

As a Confederate destined weapon it should have the right hand side of the butt stamped with a roundel stating BIRMINGHAM SMALL ARMS TRADE

This dates from sometime in the 19th century

Original U.S. Civil War / Early Indian Wars Private Purchase Chasseur Style Pattern Kepi With Pre - Civil War Infantry “I” Side Buttons Antique Handguns typical of long storageOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fine example of a Civil War and early Indian Wars chasseur style kepi in good condition. As issued to both enlisted men and officers during this period. The no longer retains manufacturer information on the interior lining. This Federal Chasseur Pattern Kepi features fabric of very fine blue wool broadcloth. The crown stands nearly 2 high at the front, 4 at the rear seam and the top is 5 in diameter,