Original Austrian 16th Century Halberd Pole Axe U.S. Uniforms During 1793-96 the 16th Light

During 1793-96 the 16th Light Dragoons served in the Low Countries during the early stages of the French Revolutionary Wars

Production began in 1873 with the Single Action Army model 1873

the leather sweatband is in excellent supple condition

The helmet still has all four of the original hollow liner attachment rivets

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Original Austrian 16th Century Halberd Pole Axe U.S. Uniforms During 1793-96 the 16th LightOriginal Item: One of a Kind. This impressive example was most likely originally a CASTLE DISPLAY, which was then sold into private hands. It is full length being 94 in overall length. The well forged head measures 40 overall, including the support straps, and has a crescent shaped axe head and pronounced spike on the opposite side, measuring 9 in width. Head shows exfoliation and old European style cleaning. The handle is worn, and it does have some