Saddle ring rifle sling

[crossdraw]

I was wondering if anyone here could help a CAS out. I am looking for pictures, sketches, or a detailed description of the rifle sling that the cavalry used. My persona is a post-war soldier turned cowboy.

I don't participate in war reenactment yet but I sure enjoy reading your posts, sounds fun.

Thanks for any help

[Dave Myrick]

Here ya go. This particular one is made of buff leather but bridle leather examples were common as well.

http://www.horsesoldier.com/catalog/282-67a.JPEG


Dave

[crossdraw]

Thank you Dave
I spent some time on that web site. I now have a good idea what they look like. I may have to come up with a slightly different buckle and swivel snap but I think I can make one that will be close.

Thanks again

[cavsgt]

Crossdraw
Do a search the buckles and swivels are available.
cavsgt

[Sgt_Pepper]

Check S & S Firearms www.ssfirearms.com and Dixie Gun Works www.dixiegun.com, they probably have correct reproductions, or even originals, available.

[crossdraw]

I will look around, Thanks.