mds308 Posted September 5, 2021 Share #1 Posted September 5, 2021 The crossed rifles appear to be bronze. The older style C catch looks good but the pin seems a little weak. It measures 1 3/4 inches wide. No makers marks. Opinions, please. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinb Posted September 6, 2021 Share #2 Posted September 6, 2021 They are crossed hunting rifles. Maybe for some hunting club? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonomachi Posted September 6, 2021 Share #3 Posted September 6, 2021 According to the book titled, "Encyclopedia of the United States Army Insignia and Uniforms" by William K. Emerson (page 47 Fig. 5-66) these bronze crossed rifles were made in France for U.S. Officers during WW1, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mds308 Posted September 6, 2021 Author Share #4 Posted September 6, 2021 5 hours ago, Tonomachi said: According to the book titled, "Encyclopedia of the United States Army Insignia and Uniforms" by William K. Emerson (page 47 Fig. 5-66) these bronze crossed rifles were made in France for U.S. Officers during WW1, Could you be more specific? Just kidding. That is great information. Thank you Tonomachi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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