Boot and Saddle by JG Gilberd

Arms and Accoutrements

Each member of the Force below the rank of Sub-Inspector was issued with the following equipment:

Breech-loading carbine (or rifle) w/sling.

Cleaning rod Breastplate
Wire cleaning brush Crupper

Snap cap and chain Wallets

Cap pocket Head collar

Pouch and belt Reins

Revolver Bit

Revolver sheath Curb chain and hook

Revolver ball bag Picketing rein

Sword Straps cloak

Scabbard steel Straps wallet

Sword belt bron leather Straps holster

Saddle Carbine bucket

Girths leather Headcollar stable

Numna (blanket) Handcuffs and key

Stirrup irons Memorandum book

Rules and Regulations AC Force Extracts from Colonial Acts

These items were required to be signed for in the presence of the issuing Officer who countersigned the receipt. Prior to the recipient receiving his monthly pay all items were inspected and a certificate made out to the effect they ere in good order and condition. In the event of any member of the Force leaving the Service and taking with him any of the items mentioned he could be charged with felony.

Jim Gilberd, 1989

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