Original British Flintlock Saddle Ring Eliott Carbine of the 16th Light Dragoons - Circa 1773-1810 U.S. Badges displays initials that appear to

displays initials that appear to read: C A D

all this means no shearing

- Maker's code with size marking "64" stamped on the interior of the shell found over the wearer's left ear

They made a great contribution in the European invasion where their role in re-establishing order at the conclusion of the Battle of the Bulge have led some to call it the single most useful piece of communications equipment employed in the invasion

• American Defense Medal

Original British Flintlock Saddle Ring Eliott Carbine of the 16th Light Dragoons - Circa 1773-1810 U.S. Badges displays initials that appear toOriginal Item: Only one available. Approved by King George III in June 1773 this 28" flintlock saddle ring carbine was named after General George Augustus Eliott commander of the 15th or "The Kings's Own Royal Light Dragoons". Originally designed with a 36" barrel and a wooden ramrod, by the Napoleonic period the carbine was shortened to a 28" barrel and had a metal ramrod. The ramrod had a habit of falling out, so during the opening stages of the