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SPRINGFIELD 1873 CUTDOWN TRAPDOOR RIFLE.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:150.00 USD Estimated At:300.00 - 500.00 USD
SPRINGFIELD 1873 CUTDOWN TRAPDOOR RIFLE.

Cal. 45-70. S# 20425. Bbl. is shortened from rifle length to 22" carbine length. Replacement blade front sight & Model 1873 rear sight. Model 1873 dated high arch breech block w/ American eagle, crossed sabers & "US" marking. 1873 Dated Springfield lock w/ 3-click tumbler. Rifle stock is shortened to single band carbine configuration. CONDITION: metal has dark heavy brown patina appearance. Stock is heavily weathered showing dents, chips & cracks w/ nail repair break along bottom of forearm & lock area. Bore has lightly visible rifling showing light pitting. (01-20410/DS). ANTIQUE. $300-500.