Lee Harvey Oswald Assassination Carcano Rifle Sling
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Lee Harvey Oswald-JFK-Assasination Sling , As used on the Model 91/38 Mannlicher Carcano rifle that changed history forever. This REPRODUCTION of the original (T was only one made by Oswald, It was never a production item) rifle sling has been made from the finest natural cowhide strips for superior strength, durability and beauty, permanent dye that deeply penetrates the leather, and nickel plated hardware for a lifetime of use. Made with exacting detail to duplicate the original.(It even has the snap that no longer has use, as it was used on the original holster made sling)(stock photos,minor cosmetic differences between the six slings) All new materials MADE IN THE USA. Military historians will note that it is not an original Italian military issue intended for this rifle; in fact, it is the shoulder strap from a rare U.S. Air Force shoulder holster issued during the 1950's. These holsters were withdrawn from military use is short order and sold as war surplus. Look in a copy of the Warren report or any of the numerous books about this event and you will see the same strap on Oswalds's Mannlicher-Carcano. More information about this strap is on page 297 in the book " Kennedy and Lincoln " by Dr. John K. Lattimer . As you may also know Oswald's rifle Model 91/38 Mannlicher-Carcano was one of a small procurement for "Guardie Del
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