Original U.S. Indian Wars / SAW M1878 Canteen with Painted Cover & Leather Shoulder Strap - Converted Civil War NY Depot M-1858 Canteen - Dated 1865
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Original Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent eye catching example of a U.S. M1878 Canteen with a painted blue canvas cover with a very clear regimental stencil on the front, complete with original leather shoulder sling with chain hanger, but it’s missing the cork on the end. Overall, it is in very good condition. This is one of the early versions of the Model 1878 which were made using remaining stocks of Model 1858 Canteens from the Civil War. The telltale sign of this is the pewter spout of the canteen and the maker’s mark.
The side of the spout is marked:
J.C. JOHNSON
FEB. 5. 1865
The front of the canteen has a stenciled war horn with 7 in the center and an O or 0 above it. We are unsure of the origin of the stencil but it could be SAW or IW period. Requires a lot more research! The original leather strap is in great shape with a beautiful patina, but has some cracking and crazing.
There is some denting on the body, and the cover has the expected water stains and wear to the canvas. A great chance to pick up a good example of this iconic canteen!
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