760

SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1873 TRAPDOOR

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:300.00 USD Estimated At:600.00 - 800.00 USD
SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1873 TRAPDOOR
SERIAL NUMBER: 258631. BARREL: 32-1/2". CALIBER: .45-70. MANUFACTURED: 1884. Barrel has typical proofs and eagles head stamped. "US/MODEl/1873" on the top of the breech block. Standard markings on the lock plate. There is a boxed "SWP/1884" cartouche on the left side of the stock. There is also a circled "P" firing proof on the bottom of the wrist. "US" marked on the top of the butt plate. Standard blade front sight and rifle type rear, with an "R" on the side. Standard blued finished. Stock has been lightly sanded and oiled. Includes attached reproduction leather sling. CONDITION: Metal is good overall, with general wear, and areas of gray patina. Wood has light handling marks, scrapes and scratches. Bore has a clean surface, with a few minor pits near the muzzle. Rifling is strong. ANTIQUE