Original U.S. Civil War Cavalry Carbine Leather Socket “Thimble” by E. Metzger of Philadelphia Category_MG 42 Accessories There is currently no firing

There is currently no firing pin installed

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and while the top one is not legible

Original Items: One Set of Five Only

Original U.S. Civil War Cavalry Carbine Leather Socket “Thimble” by E. Metzger of Philadelphia Category_MG 42 Accessories There is currently no firingOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a great example of a Civil War period Cavalry Carbine Leather Socket, also known as a Thimble. The thimble is in very good condition given the age. This would normally be seen with a sling swivel. Carbine sling swivels attached to the swivel ring on the carbine and to the leather strap worn over the shoulder. This prevented the carbine from being dropped or lost. The thimble has heavy wear to the leather with