Original U.S. WWII M1916 .45 Colt 1911 Leather Holster dated 1942 by Boyt Martini-Henry Rifle The epaulets have Sterling Silver

The epaulets have Sterling Silver Lieutenant bars and Enamel 26th Infantry Regiment Distinctive Unit Insignias

and will need to be refitted

but the U-shaped firing pin has been removed

and a Gas Protection Specialist NCO Sleeve Badge

Original U.S. WWII M1916 .45 Colt 1911 Leather Holster dated 1942 by Boyt Martini-Henry Rifle The epaulets have Sterling SilverOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very rare totally original WW1 Model 1916 holster for the . 45 auto. This holster is maker marked BOYT 42 , for Boyt Harness Company manufacture in 1942. During World War I, the company built the first of many firearm accessories, including a military pistol holster for the then new Colt 1911 . 45 pistol, along with cavalry saddle bags and harnesses for artillery and transport horses. After the war ended,