Mc Pheeters Antique Militaria
Home Page About Us Ordering Information Links

 

     

MODEL 1903 AND MODEL 1917 RIFLE CLEANING PATCH HOLDER AND THONG SETS:  These “pull through” cleaning patch holders attached to a twisted hemp thong were part of the Oil and Thong Kits issued with the Models 1903 and 1917 Rifles.   

I have the variations described below.

 

First Type:  Measuring 2 ¾” long, this cleaning patch holder is made of brass with a russet colored cord.  $15

 

Second type - Steel Weight:  Measuring 3 5/16” long, this cleaning patch holder is made of steel with a russet colored cord.  SOLD

 

POST-1908 U.S. SPRINGFIELD RIFLE CLEANING THONG AND WEIGHT:  The exact set shown on page 201 of Gun Tools, Volume 2 by Dorsey and Shaffer and out of the author's research collection.  A two piece brass weight which unscrews to accept a small bristle bore brush.  The full length cord is a shiny dark twine.  (0406)  $20

 

Second type - Brass Weight:  Measuring 3 5/16” long, this cleaning patch holder is made of brass with a russet colored cord.  (0407)  $15

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Ordering Instructions

Identified Items  

Firearms

Edged Weapons

Saddles and Horse Equipment

Accoutrements

Collectors Ammunition

Uniforms, Insignia, Hats

Canteens and Mess Gear

Gun tools, Bullet molds and Parts

Field Equipment and Artillery

Original Ordnance Manuals, and Photos 

US Army Medical

Reference Books and Reprints