Leather double pommel holster for use with single shot U.S. Model 1836 and Model 1842 percussion pistols on horseback, with both holsters measuring at just over 14 inches each on the inside. Each holster has an external ammunition pouch for holding five rounds of ammunition. Features Union colored blue felt covers period stitched on to the leather flaps. A similar example of a leather double holster is photographed on page 29 of the book "U.S. Military Holsters and Pistol Cartridge Boxes" by Edward Scott Meadows in which it states, "The holsters above are of standard issue quality and appear to conform to the pattern of 1850 for the Model 1842 pistol. They will also accommodate the Model 1836 flintlock pistol, however, and, therefore, may date from an early period. In placing a Model 1836 pistol in these holsters, it must be remembered that the pistols were carried with the pan primed, the frizzen shut and the hammer on half cock, otherwise they will not fit." A Model 1836 was tested and did in fact fit in these holsters. Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Very good with some light tears on the corners of the blue felt that is likely from period use, and some cracking in the leather. A highly attractive double saddle holster that would make for a fine period accoutrement to accompany a pair of single shot U.S. Martial pistols!