WWI US Army 1918 Rock Island Arsenal McClellan Saddle 11” Seat w/ Tack For Sale

Original U.S. military McClellan saddle manufactured by Rock Island Arsenal and dated 1918.The leather is clearly stamped “ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL 1918” and the metal seat plate is marked “11 INCH SEAT.”The saddle retains a substantial amount of its original-style tack and hardware, including both iron stirrups, leather stirrup straps and rigging, and braided horsehair/fiber girth with leather fittings. Everything pictured is included.This is an authentic period saddle showing more than a century of age, use and storage. Leather has surface wear, dryness, cracking, discoloration and areas of deterioration/loss. Metal components show oxidation and patina. I have intentionally not restored, refinished or aggressively cleaned the saddle in order to preserve its existing condition and markings.Please review all photographs carefully for condition and completeness. I have photographed the Rock Island Arsenal 1918 marking and other identifying features. I am selling the saddle exactly as found and pictured.A great surviving piece of World War I-era U.S. Army horse cavalry equipment from Rock Island Arsenal.Included: Saddle and all straps, stirrups, girth and tack shown in the photographs.Condition: Antique / used / unrestored. Sold as a historical collectible and not represented as safe or suitable for modern riding.