Antique c. 1904 U.S. Army History Manoeuvre Camp #1 Watch Fob & Mess Knife VN

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This awesome set contains a brass watch fob that reads: “Manoeuvre Camp No. 1 1904 Manassas, Virginia.”  The fob is attached to its original leather strip that is fitted with what appears to be a Civil War era lead bullet used as a weight at the end (The camp was at Manassas, and the soldier likely found/dug up the civil war bullet as a memento {First Battle of Bull Run a.k.a Battle of First Manassas}).

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I am pleased to offer this Antique c. 1904 U.S. Army Manoeuvre Camp #1 Watch Fob & Mess Knife Display Set!

This awesome set contains a brass watch fob that reads: “Manoeuvre Camp No. 1 1904 Manassas, Virginia.”  The fob is attached to its original leather strip that is fitted with what appears to be a Civil War era lead bullet used as a weight at the end (The camp was at Manassas, and the soldier likely found/dug up the civil war bullet as a memento {First Battle of Bull Run a.k.a Battle of First Manassas}).

Also included is a Steel Mess Knife, which is stamped “U.S.” on the blade just up from the handle.

Both pieces come nicely displayed in a Glass-windowed display box with a great write up about the history of the Manoeuvre Camps (See photos for details and to read for yourself!)

Condition:

Both pieces are Antiques, and show some mild wear common to age and display.  The fob shows some mild patina to the brass and some light scratching.  The leather strap is worn but it is not dry (although I wouldn’t test its strength).  The bullet shows heavy oxidation and is typical for a dug-up Civil War era item.

The mess knife shows heavy scratching and a few pits to the blade, but remains fairly sharp considering.  The handle shows some moderate oxidation.

This will be a fantastic Addition to your collection!

Measurements:
approx.
Fob (incl. leather strap & bullet) 5-3/4″ L
Bullet .562″ diameter w/ three rings 1.125″ Long
Mess Knife: 9″ Total Length
Display Case : 12″ W x 8-1/8″ W x 7/8″ H

 

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