Original U.S. Late 19th Century New York Hussars Squadron A Astrakhan Busby Hat by Warnock Uniform Co. Books & Films The look of these large

The look of these large "Bug Eye" type goggles is iconic

but we do not know what they signify

complete with their original serial number matched steel scabbards

This example is maker marked ERMA-ERFURT on the left side of the frame

Service Dress Blues for male junior enlisted sailors are based on the classic sailor suit in navy blue

Original U.S. Late 19th Century New York Hussars Squadron A Astrakhan Busby Hat by Warnock Uniform Co. Books & Films The look of these largeOriginal Item. Only One Available. This busby was part of the dress uniform of Squadron A of the New York Hussars, organized in 1885 as an independent troop of cavalry (National Guard New York, 1889). This is a bell crown busby with black astrakhan fur and yellow wool top with point folded over and secured with a button on the right side. Gilded metal crossed saber insignia and black velvet covered oval device with embroidered "A" attached in front;