An original buff leather cavalry carbine sling. The cavalry accoutrement is unshortened and is in complete condition. Issued to and used by Federal cavalry prior to and during the Civil War, this buff leather sling has been dyed black as required in the 1851 army regulations. Exterior exhibits a faded black color while the original buff or tan coloring on the interior side is undyed.  Sling has one leather repair (reinforcement, no tear) at a weak point on the belt (likely from storage) where a leather patch was glued to the back.  Rest of the leather sling is excellent. The strong buff sling measures approximately 50” long by 2¼” wide and is complete with its steel, one-link swivel, a brass two-prong buckle and the brass ‘batwing’ tip.

The original maker-marked snap hook is stamped “O. B. NORTH & CO / NEW HAVEN Ct.” Swivel has three components: snaphook, middle link and steel sling loop and measures 8½” in total length. When the snaphook attached to the trooper’s carbine sling bar, it rendered the trooper’s hands free maintain the reins while aboard his horse. Leather exterior surface displays only slight scuffing.  Interior shows few dark spots and some light surface grime / staining from use. Sling body still very strong. Once shiny bright, all metal areas of the swivel wear a dusky-gray patina with scattered areas of peppery pitting. Maker’s stamp readily visible. Never cleaned.

Original, buff leather, uncut specimens of Civil War era Union cavalry slings are seldom seen and very fast becoming scarce in the collecting field today. This unmarked, buff leather cavalry carbine sling is a nice complete example of an early piece of equipment issued to Federal cavalrymen.  A great addition to any cavalry collection, and at a great price.

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