J Bird Blue, SASS # 57924

It's original intent was to keep the carbine attached to the rider. Firearm manufacturers have always sought gov't contacts. Horse riding civilians also found them useful.

If you are willing to spend $130 for 500 rounds check out Georgia Arms. There ammo is quality, reloadable and they market "cowboy ammo". Before I reloaded it is what I used. Good stuff. http://www.georgia-arms.com/canned-heat-38-special-125gr-lead-round-nosed-flat-point/ Just in case you are wondering , you can't reload steel cases or the aluminum.