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Springfield Model 1888 Rod Bayonet Single Shot Trapdoor Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:350.00 USD Estimated At:NA
Springfield Model 1888 Rod Bayonet Single Shot Trapdoor Rifle
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA
Springfield Armory Model 1888 Rod Bayonet Single Shot Trapdoor Rifle, #504734, .45-70 cal., 32'' barrel, blue finish, walnut two-band full-length stock, with ''US'' marked on buttplate and 2nd Model Buffington rear sight; breech is marked ''U.S. Model 1884''. Condition is good with an even brown patina to all surfaces and areas of corrosion near the muzzle. Stock is very good as lightly cleaned; cartouche is visible but hard to read. An unknown marking for some organization is present on left side of buttstock. Butt trap contains the multi-purpose tool, cleaning rod tip and headless shell extractor. Included with this rifle is a reprint of the pamphlet ''Rules for the Management of the Springfield Rifle, Carbine''. Action is tight, bore is dark with areas of corrosion. Est.: $700-$1,000. (Antique)