Civil war napsack hook?

[ranier1315]

Found this today in a very active civil war location. The small hook swivels on the ring. Haven't cleaned it up yet but seems to be made out of iron. Thanks for any help.

 

[bradyboy]

not trying to sound ignorant
But what is a nap sack hook?
Brady

 

[ranier1315]

Proper spelling is Knapsack hook. they are latches used to close a soldier's day bag. I'm not sure this has anything to do with a knapsack but it has a hook and ring similarly like a knapsack hook.

 

[villagenut]

Looks more like horse tack related to me

 

[mrs.oroblanco]

Knapsack hooks --- http://sgtriker.com/images/kh102315.jpg