Original U.S. Civil War Cavalry Carbine Sling Belt Swivel and Leather Socket “Thimble” by E. Metzger of Philadelphia Revolutionary War Marine Corps stamped 4-Blade Utility

Marine Corps stamped 4-Blade Utility Pocket Knife

The Type A-1 apparatus was a self-contained

though there is a bit of verdigris around the edges

with a central pair of twisted wires flanked by another pair

Robt R Motts Co E 346 INF

Original U.S. Civil War Cavalry Carbine Sling Belt Swivel and Leather Socket “Thimble” by E. Metzger of Philadelphia Revolutionary War Marine Corps stamped 4-Blade UtilityOriginal 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