Original WWI U.S. M1909 Holster for Colt / S&W M1917 Revolver by Graton & Knight - Dated 1917 18th Century The handguard retention ring was

The handguard retention ring was tapered to make it easier to install and uninstall the handguards

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Serial Number: AF44-182686

No ground gained was ever relinquished

Original WWI U.S. M1909 Holster for Colt / S&W M1917 Revolver by Graton & Knight - Dated 1917 18th Century The handguard retention ring wasOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is straight out of the attic ! Absolutely original that has not seen the light of day for maybe nearly 100 years. This is a WWI AEF US Army USMC M1909 Leather Belt Holster for the Colt or S&W M1917 . 45LC Revolver. The holster is in good condition, though the leather is stiff from age, and does show some cracking on the edges where the leather is folded over. However it is completely, with stitching and rivets