WW1 1917 Dated U.S. Army M1897 Colt .38 Revolver Holster by G & K. L 389 WW1 1917 Dated U.S. Army M1897 Colt .38 Revolver Holster by G & K. L 389 Antique & Militaria

This is an excellent WW1 1917 dated U.S. Army Model 1897 Colt .38" revolver holster. It has a nice patina. It has a single broad retaining flap with single brass stud fastener. The front of the holster is stamped with the U.S. Army 'U.S. Roundel'. The rear of the holster features a broad 5" belt loop large enough to slide onto the cartridge belt of the day. (see Page 196 of Doughboy to G.I. by Lewis). The belt loop is nicely stamped "G & K 1917" (Graton & Knight Manufacturing Company of Massachusetts). The belt loop is stitched and secured with three rivets as well. All leather and stitching of the holster is intact. It is fitted with a muzzle tip plug with ring for a thigh retaining cord. The price for this excellent nicely stamped U.S. Army holster includes UK delivery. L 389.