Lot 107


While Mills must have made these .45 caliber Looped Pistol Cartridge Belts in some quantity, both for sale to the military and to civilian customers, today they are one of the rarest of the Mills Woven Looped Cartridge Belts. Certainly far less common than the Mills .38 caliber pistol cartridge belts, these .45 caliber belts come to light at an estimated rate of one .45 caliber belt for probably every 100 .38 caliber belts, perhaps less frequently than that. The belt itself is woven in what Mills identified as "stone" color a shade of tan. The belt features the integrally woven loops for the .45 Long Colt rounds, intended for use with the Model 1873 Colt and of course would also have been equally appropriate for carrying the later shortened "Light Artillery" Model Colt or any of the other .45 caliber pistols available at the time The belt is fitted with the original C closure and both sheet brass keepers for adjusting the belt. The left end of the body of the belt bears the remnants of the ink stamped Mills maker stamp. These stamps were relatively light and more often than not, do not survive at all.. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request
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Dimensions:
- 40.5" long x 3" Condition:
- Excellent Condition. Looks to be NOS
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