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Superb U.S Springfield M1879 .45-70 Trapdoor Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,500.00 USD
Superb U.S Springfield M1879 .45-70 Trapdoor Rifle
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Offered for sale is a Superb U.S. Springfield Model 1879 .45-70 Trapdoor Rifle. The rifle features a 32 1/2" barrel, trapdoor action, external hammer, adjustable sights, leather sling, walnut stock, cleaning rod, blue'd finish. A far superior example to those normally encountered on the collector market today, this one has a beautiful un-blemished stock and forend with desirable 1884 dated inspector cartouche in the left side of the stock with two issue rack numbers correctly stamped. Deep full blue finish showing only normal ageing, excellent markings including the “U.S. SPRINGFIELD” with sharp full eagle on the lock plate and correct “U.S. MODEL 1873” on the breech block. The bore on this example is shiny with strong rifling with some darkness in the lands. This rifle is complete with 1884 style cleaning rod and excellent condition leather sling embossed “ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL” with “E.N.S.” inspector initials. Correct rear sight with unaltered “slotless screws” (these almost always replaced with later “slotted” screws). This rifle was manufactured in 1884/1885. Antique firearm. NO FFL transfer or NICS background check required. The serial number is 276951.