Original U.S. WWII M1916 .45 Leather Holster by Craighead Denver - Excellent Condition Flintlock Pistols 58 caliber round was also

58 caliber round was also considered underpowered

The spring clip (not fitted on this replica) held the grenade in the rifle until fired when the collar would drop back allowing the airflow to unscrew the wind vane thus releasing the firing pin for detonation on impact

a perfect set for any WW2 collector

This example is marked on the front side:

like most British regiments in the war

Original U.S. WWII M1916 .45 Leather Holster by Craighead Denver - Excellent Condition Flintlock Pistols 58 caliber round was alsoOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very rare totally original CRAIGHEAD of DENVER, CO marked M1916 holster in very nice condition russet brown leather. It is embossed U S on the flap, and U. S. on the back above the maker mark, indicating that this was a military issue holster. No major damage to the leather, all stitches still intact, all brass parts still present with a bit of verdigris. Just perfect for a high grade WWII issue 1911 . 45