Vintage Philips Police Equipment Whistle Holder Leather Cartridge Pouch Acme D.C For Sale
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Vintage Philips Police Equipment Whistle Holder Leather Cartridge Pouch Acme D.C:
$119.99
Item DescriptionUp for sale is a rare, highly collectible piece of mid-century American law enforcement history. This is an authentic Philips Police Equipment Co. dual whistle holder and 6-round cartridge pouch combo, complete with two vintage Acme Thunderer police whistles.Based on the historical company timeline and the pre-ZIP code address stamp ("Washington 1, D.C."), this unit was manufactured between 1950 and 1963. This is an exceptional, all-original survivor piece that would make a premier addition to any vintage police gear, Americana, or whistle collection.Item Specifics & Features:- Manufacturer: Philips Police Equipment Co. (Founded by retired D.C. Metro Police unit head Joseph J. Philips in 1950)
- Location Stamp: Washington 1, D.C. (Pre-1963 municipal postal zone)
- Pouch Material: Heavy-duty black law enforcement grade leather
- Ammunition Capacity: 6 rear-facing loops (designed for standard mid-century .38 Special or .357 Magnum revolver cartridges)
- Whistles Included: Two (2) Vintage Nickel-Plated Brass "The Acme Thunderer" Pea Whistles
- Whistle Origin: Stamped "Made in England" by J. Hudson & Co. (Birmingham)
- Leather Pouch: The leather is supple and structurally sound with no dry rotting. All original heavy stitching is tight and completely intact. The silver foil manufacturer stamp is remarkably crisp, bright, and fully legible.
- Cartridge Loops: All 6 loops are tight, unbroken, and ready to hold inert display rounds or actual ammunition.
- Hardware: The drop-down metal attachment snaps are fully functional and retain excellent spring tension, showing normal vintage tarnish/patina.
- Whistles: Both nickel-plated whistles are free of deep dents, cracks, or heavy pitting. They both retain their original internal cork peas and are fully functional with a loud, clear sound. The stamped lettering on both whistle guards is clean and distinct.
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