Original U.S. Indian Wars M1874 .45/70 McKeever Cartridge Boxes - Springfield Trapdoor Rifle U.S. Navy 75" caliber

75" caliber

The reverse ricasso also has a smaller very faintly marked with the Ordnance "flaming bomb" proof

The data plate reads:

This was right after the switch from the fixed bales to the swivel bales

Original U.S. Indian Wars M1874 .45/70 McKeever Cartridge Boxes - Springfield Trapdoor Rifle U.S. Navy 75" caliberOriginal Items: Only One Pair Available. This is a Model 1874 McKeever cartridge box set. Both are complete and original and in solid condition. Black leather box hinged at the bottom with a brass rod. Leather closure tab fastens to brass finial on the top. One box missing tab, the other box's tab is complete and unbroken. Two narrow belt loops sewn and riveted to the back. U. S. stamped within an oval in center of front flap. Canvas loops to hold 10