Original U.S. Early Civil War Cavalry Carbine Model 1861 “Universal” Cartridge Box, Complete with Wooden Block Insert MG 34 though the steel crossguard has

though the steel crossguard has suffered some peppering

fighting as assault guns or being used essentially as tanks

though there is some powder fouling overall

The metal work has an overall peppery finish

Original U.S. Early Civil War Cavalry Carbine Model 1861 “Universal” Cartridge Box, Complete with Wooden Block Insert MG 34 though the steel crossguard hasOriginal Item: Only One Available. Original Federal Issue Carbine Cartridge Box in very good complete condition. This box is a nice example of the universal style of carbine box that became standard, with a removable wood block that could be changed to fit a variety of different cartridges. The box has the typical mid war style of attaching the latch tab by the means of a rivet and semi circle of stitching, but still conforms to older specifications