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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# 19507. Bbl. shortened from rifle length to 22". Replacement copper blade front sight w/ fixed V notch aftermarket rear sight. High arch breechblock is marked "1873" over eagle, crossed sabers over "US". 1873 Dated lock w/ 2 click tumbler. Single band fastened short comb carbine walnut stock w/ out cleaning rod compartment having solid steel carbine buttplate. Left side has saddle ring bar. Left side of butt has carved initial "H". CONDITION: metal finish has faded to a mottled brown. Stock shows heavy wear & is broken through action & forearm areas w/ added wood & nail type repairs. Bore shows scattered pitting w/ partially visible rifling. (01-20420/DS). ANTIQUE. $300-500.