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Revolutionary War Era Blacksmith Forged Horse Bit

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c 1775 Revolutionary War Hand-Made Caltrop/Spike: American Revolution Huge Revolutionary War Hand-Made Anti-horse "Caltrop" c. 1775 Revolutionary War Era, Hand-Wrought military use Iron Anti-personnel and Anti-horse Caltrop (Spike), Choice Very Fine.

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Revolutionary War Era Blacksmith Forged Horse Bit

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Revolutionary War Era Blacksmith Forged Iron Horse Bit
c. 1775 Revolutionary War Era, Blacksmith Forged, Large Iron Horse Bit, Very Fine.
c. 1775 Revolutionary War Era, Blacksmith Forged Bit used to break horses. Bit measures about 7" wide by 10" tall. It has a large 4.25" diameter central ring attached to a framework with 4 smaller 1.25" rings. Overall, it is quite nice in its eye appeal for its age and important use that would be an impressive addition to any display of the period.

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Revolutionary War Era Blacksmith Forged Horse Bit

Name: Revolutionary War Era Blacksmith Forged Horse Bit
SKU: 103307503
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $180 - $240

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