US Military Model 1904 Leather Rifle Scabbard

This rifle scabbard was known as the M1904, or Model 1904, and would have been paired with the M1904 incarnation of the McClellan saddle. The scabbard was designed the carry the Springfield M1903 rifle, the standard issue American rifle used during World War I. This example is in excellent condition with tight stitching, all original hardware with one strap that was replace decades ago with the original hardware in use. The leather is supple and well cared for. Hardware has verdigris. The throat is marked "LADE.." and lightly under that "WEA" and to the left "E.L.H." which are most likly inspector initials. The other side is boldly marked "32". The total length is near 34" and nearly 7" at the widest.