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U.S. Model 1879 Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory

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U.S. Model 1879 Trapdoor Rifle by Springfield Armory
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serial #143123, 45-70 Govt., 32 5/8'' barrel with a near excellent bore showing some sparse fine pits and oxidation with crisp rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original blue toning to brown with light socket wear at the muzzle and some sporadic light oxidation primarily at the breech and on the hammer. The 1873 dated breechblock and rear tang have muted to a brown and gray case-hardened patina with some fine oxidation and faint traces of bright colors in the protected areas, the markings remain clear except for the beginning of the serial number. The walnut stock remains in very good plus condition with overall light dents and handling marks one would expect of a carried arm and a thin crack in the top left side of the wrist behind the frame. The 1883 dated cartouche and firing proof remain strong and there is a small inverted ''COL'' stamped in the right side of the buttstock. The rifle is equipped with a proper front sight, later Buffington rear sight, bronze firing pin, slotted button tip cleaning rod and a socket bayonet and scabbard with belt loop and brass ''US'' escutcheon in equally nice condition. A very nice 1879 Trapdoor rifle and bayonet. (5B11666-11) {ANTIQUE} [Casey Collection] (1000/1500)