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SPRINGFIELD 1884 TRAPDOOR RIFLE.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:200.00 USD Estimated At:400.00 - 600.00 USD
SPRINGFIELD 1884 TRAPDOOR RIFLE.
Cal. 45-70. S# 470020. Bbl. 32 1/2”. Low arch breech block dated 1884. 3 Position tumbler. Buffington rear sight graduated to 1,400 yds. marked “R” in upper right corner. Pinned blade front sight. Model 1878 type ramrod. 2 Piece trigger guard. Unmarked walnut stock. Vintage 1907 type unmarked sling. UNATTACHED ACCESSORIES: model 1873 bayonet w/ 18” triangular blade. Blade marked “US”. Bayonet has oxidized appearance retaining approx. 30% blue w/ light wear & fine pitting. CONDITION: refinished stock w/ added finish over light wear, dents & scratches. Markings have been obscured. Slight loss of wood in inletted areas. Metal has turned overall gray & patina w/ scattered peppery oxidation & notable wear around muzzle from bayonet attachment. Shiny bore w/ sharp lands, scattered spots of oxidation & pitting. (01-17380/RW). ANTIQUE. $400-600.