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U.S. Model 1870 carbine in .50-70 remaining in good as issued condition with all original parts. O

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:900.00 USD
U.S. Model 1870 carbine in .50-70 remaining  in good as issued condition with all original  parts. O
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U.S. Model 1870 carbine in .50-70 remaining in good as issued condition with all original parts. One of only 341 produced in early Indian war era. Marked 1870 with eagle and U.S. on breech block along with U.S.Springfield, large eagle and 1864 date on the lock. Correct “U” marked barrel band, and large U.S. on carbine butt plate. Inspected and authenticated by noted expert and author Craig Riesch as “Completely authentic and100% Springfield as issued”. The condition is good plus to very good with lightly cleaned arsenal bright metal and sharp markings. Minor erosion, staining and metal aging. The stock shows some use and wear with dings,mars, and scratches along with some small losses consistent with issue and military use. The front sight blade is period replaced and small nick on the edge of the trigger guard. The action is good and the bore isvery good. A significantly rare Springfield difficult to improve upon as a 7 on a 1-10 scale. (Antique) Est.: $3000-$6000