Original U.S. WWII M1916 .45 Colt 1911 Leather Holster by Boyt Without Date - Early Example Availability_International The Sam Browne (by Martins

The Sam Browne (by Martins Birmingham dated 1916 on Belt and 1917 on Cross Strap) is also shows stains and signs of wear

There is not any major mothing or damage to the exterior of the cap

All of this material belonged to Specialist Four Bela G

but box is broken and torn apart

Original U.S. WWII M1916 .45 Colt 1911 Leather Holster by Boyt Without Date - Early Example Availability_International The Sam Browne (by MartinsOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very rare totally original WW1 Model 1916 holster for the . 45 auto. This holster is maker marked BOYT, for Boyt Harness Company manufacture early in the war. It is very difficult to find an early Boyt holster, as they only marked without a year for a short period. During World War I, the company built the first of many firearm accessories, including a military pistol holster for the then new Colt 1911 . 45