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SPRINGFIELD 1873 TRAPDOOR RIFLE.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:150.00 USD Estimated At:300.00 - 500.00 USD
SPRINGFIELD 1873 TRAPDOOR RIFLE.
Cal. 45-70. S# 70068. Bbl. 32 1/2”. Correct Model 1873 rear sight graduated to 1,100 yds.; this sight was not marked either “R” or “C”. Rear sight installed w/ unslotted screws. Solid stud front sight. High arch breech block dated 1873. 2 Position tumbler. Flat type lockplate. 2 Piece trigger guard. Correct 1873 type ramrod. Walnut stock. Inspectors cartouche on left side is mostly illegible. Circle script “P” proof behind trigger guard. CONDITION: original finish stock has moderate wear, dents, scratches & staining throughout. Missing chip & crack on right side of forend approx. 6” ahead of lower band. Missing chips behind nose cap. Metal has turned overall gray & patina w/ wear & fine pitting throughout. Dark oxidized bore w/ scattered pitting. (01-17439/RW). ANTIQUE. $300-500.