USMC Leather Holster

[mjlalt]

Anyone have an Idea on Age
The rivets are copper and the leather is worn nicely

 

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Sweet! I'm no expert but, it looks like you have a WWI M1912 "variant" holster to me. The hanger loop is riveted to the front and the leg strap holes are slotted versus rounded loops. Holds the Colt M-1911 .45. It is pictured on page 363 of Scott Meadow's book "U.S. MILITARY HOLSTERS AND PISTOL CARTRIDGE BOXES". I believe you have a nice rare and slightly valuable holster there.

 

[mjlalt]

Thank You
That is very helpful!