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General discussion => Contemporary Accoutrements => Topic started by: Wmasswolf on December 11, 2023, 03:00:24 AM

Title: 1770's Massachusetts Militia Cartridge Box
Post by: Wmasswolf on December 11, 2023, 03:00:24 AM

I just finished this early massachusetts militia cartridge box  17rd pine block (holes are ¾" wide - plenty for .690 round balls or blank rolls) leather is 6oz with waxed linen thread. The "D" shape of the leather box, dyed black, with relatively narrow straps, is a well documented combo. This one also uses a rolled leather button that is laced on (not sewn). Over the last year, ive really loved getting onto these cartridge boxes. There's a surprising number of surviving examples with a bunch of regional variety.
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Title: Re: 1770's Massachusetts Militia Cartridge Box
Post by: Clark Badgett on December 11, 2023, 05:12:14 AM

That’s excellent. What type of stitch is that attaching the close tab?

Title: Re: 1770's Massachusetts Militia Cartridge Box
Post by: P.W.Berkuta on December 24, 2023, 08:28:02 PM

Very nicely done - did you make the buckle or buy it? I like it.

Title: Re: 1770's Massachusetts Militia Cartridge Box
Post by: Tumbledown on January 07, 2024, 02:31:11 AM

Very nice!