Original U.S. Indian Wars Named Model 1872 Connecticut National Guard Issue Chasseur Style Pattern Kepi with Original Name & Unit Tag - 1st Connecticut Infantry Military Equipment it is known as Teppachi

it is known as Teppachi

The piping has also suffered mothing

This is a wonderful example of a Randall No 3 Fighting Knife and the third one we have had the pleasure of offering

The wrapping is in great shape

Original U.S. Indian Wars Named Model 1872 Connecticut National Guard Issue Chasseur Style Pattern Kepi with Original Name & Unit Tag - 1st Connecticut Infantry Military Equipment it is known as TeppachiOriginal Item. One of a Kind. This is a phenomenal example of an Indian Wars Issue Model 1872 chasseur style kepi in good condition, as issued to both enlisted men and officers during this period. This example is affixed with Connecticut State buttons and has an original tag under the sweatband which reads: J. E. ASHWELL CO. K FIRST REGIMENT C. N. G. This indicates that the soldier served in Company K of the 1st Regiment of Infantry, Connecticut