Original U.S. Indian Wars Model 1872 Federal Issue Chasseur Style Pattern Kepi by J.R. Pettis & Co of Troy, New York Antique Gun Parts and there are dents on

and there are dents on the right side of the butt stock

on the once parkerized steel throat over the "Flaming Bomb"

the 32nd was moved into defensive positions along the West Coast

Attached to the scabbard is a lovely condition belt hanger

The shell is maker marked with a stamping on the underside of the rim that reads ZC 246

Original U.S. Indian Wars Model 1872 Federal Issue Chasseur Style Pattern Kepi by J.R. Pettis & Co of Troy, New York Antique Gun Parts and there are dents onOriginal Item: Only one available. This is a fine example of an Indian Wars Issue Model 1872 chasseur style kepi in very good condition. As issued to both enlisted men and officers during this period. This cap bears the maker stamp in the crown stiffener for the firm of J. R. Pettis and Company of Troy, New York. This Federal Chasseur Pattern Kepi features fabric of very fine blue wool broadcloth. The crown stands nearly 2 1 4" high at the front, 4 1