Union Cavalryman Catalog

Belts & Plates

Civil War and earlier officer and enlistedman belts, rigs, belt plates, cartridge box plates, breast plates, etc.

M1839 Small Size U.S. Oval Belt Plate - Plenty of Original Gilt

M1839 small size U.S. oval belt plate - Standard style as issued to infantryman prior to the Civil War. This plate is top notch in all regards with no visible dings or dents and retaining about 95% of its original gold wash with very little speckling apparent. Attached tongue is strong on reverse with lead filled backing. Overall a quality belt plate.

Item #: UC216
Shipping Weight: 1 lb
Sale Price: $495.00 USD Quantity: 1

Large Size U.S. Oval Belt Plate - Regulation 1839 Pattern

A large size U.S. oval belt plate, regulation 1839 pattern enlisted with the brass arrow hooks on reverse. Absolutely pristine condition with no dings or creases and all of its original gilt finish. As fine as they come and unissued.

Item #: UC205
Shipping Weight: 1 lb
Sale Price: $395.00 USD Quantity: 1

Union Eagle Shoulder Belt Plate - Enlisted Regulation 1826 Pattern

Offered is an Eagle shoulder belt plate, enlisted regulation pattern of 1826. The breast plate has the iron wire loops on reverse. A nice untouched plate with some slight spotting but large amount of original gold gilt finish. Top notch eagle breast plate.

Item #: UC204
Shipping Weight: 1 lb
Sale Price: $325.00 USD Quantity: 1

Union Cavalryman Saber Belt Rig - Brown Buff Leather - MINT

An absolutely mint example of a Union Cavalryman saber belt rig. All the leather is pliable and exhibits all the brown buff leather with no rips or tears. All hardware is present including the original over the shoulder strap. The M1851 sword belt plate has a beautiful untouched patina and is original to the belt plate keeper. The reverse of the plate is bench marked "142". All original straps and belt keepers are present. The face of the plate has the german silver applied wreath and is 100% complete. Just a gorgeous cavalry belt rig deserving of the finest collection.

Item #: UC198
Shipping Weight: 2 lbs
Sale Price: $2,395.00 USD Quantity: 1

Small Pattern U.S. Cartridge Box Plate - Maker Marked - Mint Condition

Offered is a mint condition small pattern U.S. cartridge box plate with the maker mark of "W.H. Smith Brooklyn" stamped on the reverse. A box plate seldom seen or found, especially maker marked. The face exhibilts lots of gilt and both hooks are present on the reverse. The plate has no dents or cracks. Just a great plate.

Item #: UC192
Shipping Weight: 1 lb
Sale Price: $450.00 USD Quantity: 1

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Terms of Sale

Please send payments and orders to: Jay J Reid, P.O. Box 216, Quakertown, PA 18951; jreid@unioncavalryman.com; 215-859-2559 Warning Notice: Purchasers assume all liability contingent to the use of firearms, ammunition, and other merchandise purchased from the Union Cavalryman. All weapons are sold as antiques or collector items and not guaranteed as safe or in functioning order and are not intended for actual use. Returns: All refunds will be processed within thirty days commencing upon receipt of the returned item. All returned items must be received in unaltered condition. We require notification by telephone of any item being returned, and must occur within the 7 day time limit.

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Money orders and Personal Checks are preferred method of payment. Checks are welcome but require a minimum of 10 business days to clear. (Past customers with a proven track record of reliability may have their items shipped before the check clears.) Payments & checks to be paid to the order of Jay J. Reid. I have a layaway plan for items over $1000 dollars but please intend to pay in full. The layaway policy: One third down and pay the balance within 60 days. Failure to meet the deadline results in loss of down payment and forfeiture of item. PA Residents Must Include 6% Sales Tax. >

Authenticity

All items are 100% GUARANTEED to be authentic to the Civil War or whatever historical period ascribed to them in the description. If for any reason you are unhappy with the item just return it UNALTERED within 7 days for a refund minus shipping charges. As for Civil War authenticity, your item is guaranteed for life to the original purchaser. All items are accompanied by a letter of authenticity from the Union Cavalryman.

Shipping Information

Orders are normally shipped within 5 working days if payment is made with certified check or money order. Allow 10 days processing time for personal checks (unless already established customer). Orders are normally shipped by US priority mail or UPS. Most items will be shipped USPS Priority Mail boxed rate ($8.10). Smaller items will be shipped in padded envelope first class ($4.00). Larger items such as swords, firearms, etc will be shipped UPS. You will receive an email with exact shipping charge for selected item. Multiple item purchases will result in a consolidated reduced shipping charge. I do not ship overseas, only to U.S. and Canada. Insurance is not required but strongly recommended on items over $50. I am not liable for lost or damaged items that are uninsured.

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