Color of these slings changed from black to russet several times, so I have left them in natural color. This sling was originally issued only for the haversack, and a slimmer sling was issued for the canteen. Later on the Army issued this sling for both haversacks and canteens.
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What period are these haversack slings suitable for?
These slings are reproductions of those issued for haversacks. The design is suitable for use with M1878/1885 haversacks. It is also historically correct for 1898 canteens and 1902 canteens. The slings fit a lot of Indian and Spanish-American War equipment.
What material are the slings made from?
The slings are made from strong, good quality leather. The leather is slightly thicker than original slings. The fasteners are made of high-quality brass hooks. The hooks are soldered, as per the original design.
What colour are the haversack slings?
The slings are supplied in a natural leather colour. This is because the original sling colour changed between black and russet several times. The natural leather readily accepts dyeing in the correct black colour.
Are these slings suitable for canteens as well as haversacks?
This sling was originally issued only for the haversack. Later, the Army issued this sling for both haversacks and canteens. The slings are suitable for use with original US Army canteens. They are also suitable for 1900 regulations, which stated the haversack sling would be issued for both.
What is the best way to prepare the leather sling for use?
The leather slings are supplied in a natural colour and can be stripped down with rubbing alcohol. After stripping, oiling the leather is recommended. The slings readily accept dyeing in the correct black colour.
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