Original U.S. Indian Wars M1886 Springfield Trapdoor Cavalry Carbine Leather Boot Scabbard by R.I.A. with Straps

Original U.S. Indian Wars M1886 Springfield Trapdoor Cavalry Carbine Leather Boot Scabbard by R.I.A. with Straps

Here we have a NICE condition U.S. M-1886 "Springfield Trapdoor" Cavalry Carbine Boot Scabbard, designed to be attached to the McClellan saddle. This model was an improvement over the earlier M1885, which was shorter and lacked the brass reinforcement around the boot's mouth. These saw much service during the Indian Wars period.

This Model 1886 boot scabbard is LIGHTLY  marked ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL on the side and the leather strap is inspected by W.T.G.,  Overall condition is very good., all parts present, seems is opened on the bottom for 10 cm, but can easily redone. will put some grease on the leather to soften it up.  Manufactured in the later 1880s through the 1890s