Original U.S. or British American Civil War Era Shell Pistol Powder Flask with Remnant of Original Carry Strap Price_$220 - $990 giving the wings a more

giving the wings a more personal touch than they already had

There are some small tears and other evidence of damage in the field

It has a lovely pattern of very fine crazing and checking on the black finish

The single letter inspection marks are still crisp

The smoke filter consists of an air and watertight

Original U.S. or British American Civil War Era Shell Pistol Powder Flask with Remnant of Original Carry Strap Price_$220 - $990 giving the wings a moreOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a handsome mid 19th century embossed copper powder flask of the classic Shell & Bush pattern, dating from the American Civil War era or immediately surrounding period. Measuring approximately 8 inches overall, this is a full size sporting or military style gun flask rather than the smaller pistol flask typically associated with cased revolver sets. The flask retains much of its attractive dark brown surface