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US SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1873 TRAPDOOR RIFLE

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:250.00 USD Estimated At:500.00 - 700.00 USD
US SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1873 TRAPDOOR RIFLE
SERIAL NUMBER: 282330. BARREL: 32-1/2". CALIBER: .45-70. MANUFACTURED: 1885. Standard markings on the lock plate. "V/P/EAGLES HEAD" proofs on the chamber. "W" marked on the chamber area of the barrel as well. Breech block is marked "US/MODEL/1878". Illegible stock cartouche on the left side of the wrist. Standard blade front sight and Buffington rear ladder. Original blued finish on the metal components. Oiled wood stock and forearm. Smooth metal butt plate. CONDITION: Metal is good overall with general wear and heavy gray patina. Stock has minor handling marks and scratches. There is a crack on the left side. Bore is clean overall, with some frosting near the muzzle. Strong rifling retained. ANTIQUE