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Springfield 1884 Trapdoor .45-70 SN: 546287

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:200.00 USD Estimated At:400.00 - 650.00 USD
Springfield 1884 Trapdoor .45-70 SN: 546287
Rifle. Single-action. Breech-Block . U.S. Military issued rifle of the "Indian" wars, and the Spanish American War. Serial number indicates manufacture of 1892.. The famous "Trapdoor" (Hinged breechblock) .51 3/4" overall length, with a 32.625" barrel. Lock plate marked "U.S. Springfield" with Eagle. Breechblock- US MODEL 1884. US marked butt pate. VP Eagle proof on barrel. P proof behind triggerguard. Inspectors cartouche present on left comb. (Unreadable) Cleaning rod present. Early Model 1879 rear sight. Blued metal finish, one-piece walnut stock. Hammer action is crisp/tight. Breech locks-up tight. Bore is ok, but has some pitting about midway. Stock is good, with numerous small dents/dings, and scratches. Nothing serious. Blued finish is dull/fading at about 60%., turning a brown patina. NRA Condition-Very good. Antique Firearm.