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SPRINGFIELD 1884 TRAPDOOR RIFLE.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:200.00 USD Estimated At:400.00 - 600.00 USD
SPRINGFIELD 1884 TRAPDOOR RIFLE.

Cal. 45-70. S# 352941. Bbl. 32 5/8". Pinned blade front sight w/ model 1879 replacement rear sight. Replacement 1873 dated low arch breech block. Springfield lock. Two band walnut stock w/ iron fittings & slotted tip cleaning rod. Left side of stock has partially visible "SWP" cartouche. Toeline has circle "P" firing proof. Leather sling on original swivels. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: U. S. marked triangular bayo. w/ scabbard & frog. Leather is marked "Rock Island". CONDITION: metal has mottled gray/brown appearance from touchup finish. Sanded & refinished stock shows scattered scratches & marks. Sound lock. Bore has worn rifling w/ spots of pitting. PROVENANCE: Collection of John Montague. (01-20794/DS). ANTIQUE. $400-600.