US Indian Wars Era, Militia or Cadet Pattern 45-70 McKeever Pouch

Original era manufacture. All black leather construction, with two rows of 10 canvas loops for 45-70 cartridges. The closure securing strap is an original, It is quite pliable and works just fine.A very clear US in an oval on the front side of the pouch, with a black lacquered finish. On the reverse are two slotted brass adjustment tabs, with leather guides above, allowing the pouch to be worn on a shoulder strap instead of a belt.