Afghan powder measure

[mattf33]

Im currently located in Afghanistan and found this powder measure. I have been collecting these as well as original powder flasks, bullet molds and various edged weapons since I have been here. I was wondering if any experts had any info on this thing.

[fernando]

Hi, wellcome to the Forum,
In this link you will find discussions on this type of things, as well as members who know a lot about them ... as also about jezails.

http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showthread.php?t=6310

Give it some time, you will eventually have some answers to your questions.
Fernando

[ward]

Nice piece definatly afghan probaly 1st 2nd afghan war. These are generally one of many items attached to a gunners ammunition belt. Have you picked up any complete belts? I would be interested in seeing them. Afghan pieces usually have 3 large influnces persian indian and english

[mattf33]

thanks for the info. I have seen numerous complete belts but haven picked any up. I can take some pics for you and post them when I get the opprotunity.

[ward]

Yes I would be interested in seeing pics