Original U.S. Civil War Cavalry Carbine Sling Belt Swivel and Leather Socket “Thimble” by E. Metzger of Philadelphia Revolutionary War still showing some of the

still showing some of the original factory final grind cross grain

with a central pair of twisted wires flanked by another pair

The Type A-1 apparatus was a self-contained

This depth charge contained 200 pounds (91 kg) of Torpex

Original U.S. Civil War Cavalry Carbine Sling Belt Swivel and Leather Socket “Thimble” by E. Metzger of Philadelphia Revolutionary War still showing some of theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a great example of a Civil War period Cavalry Carbine Belt Swivel with original Leather Socket, also known as a Thimble. Both items are in very good condition given the age. Carbine sling swivels attached to the swivel ring on the carbine and to the leather strap worn over the shoulder. This prevented the carbine from being dropped or lost. The swivel itself is in wonderful condition with very minor rust