The regiment served in India from 1880 to 1889, during which time they had exchanged their red tunics for khaki. This painting by Godfrey Brennen is a copy of a watercolour by A C Lovett. The details are well shown and give the impression that Lovett drew from observation. The foreign service helmet has a brass spike on top and a chin-chain. The tunic, or frock, has breast pockets but no hip pockets. The white pouch-belt crosses over the chest with a white canvas haversack strap, although the haversack is folded up under his left arm. The breeches are the same as for home service although it would be expected that khaki would have been taken into wear after 9 years in India.
The sword is attached to the saddle, a feature that was adopted in India during the Afghan War of 1879-80. It was not ordered for the cavalry serving at home until 1891. On the front of the saddle are leather wallets and a rolled greatcoat. On the back is a valise with mess tins strapped on top.
