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Rare U.S. Model 1868 Springfield Trapdoor Carbine

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:6,000.00 USD Estimated At:NA
Rare U.S. Model 1868 Springfield Trapdoor Carbine
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.50-70 caliber, 22.25& #34; barrel, S/N 769. Blued finish with case hardened lockplate and oiled walnut stock. Blade front sight with ladder rear sight. Barrel and receiver marked on left side with & #34;769& #34; serial number. Correct flat ring bar with breechblock marked & #34;1870/[eagle/arrow/]/US& #34;. Very faint remnants of & #34;ESA& #34; cartouche on counterpane.

*Fair condition. Barrel and breech has a dark untouched patination. Stock has marks and blemishes consistent with age and use including an old stable split from sling bar to comb with a small section of missing wood to left of tang. Bore is dark but with visible rifling. A very rare carbine with a very limited production.**

$8,000-$12,000