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Springfield Model 1868 U.S. Trapdoor Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:600.00 USD Estimated At:1,200.00 - 1,800.00 USD
Springfield Model 1868 U.S. Trapdoor Rifle
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA
Springfield Model 1868 U.S. Trapdoor Rifle, #14031 and additionally numbered #3524 on right side of barrel; sideplate dated 1873, breechblock marked 1869, .50 CF cal., 32-1/2'' barrel, length of arch on underside of breechblock is 1-7/8'' long, front of receiver forward of breechblock is 2-1/8'' long, which is correct for the Model 1868; the later dated lockplate is probably an arsenal replacement. Original ramrod is present. Condition is good to very good. Metal surfaces originally finished in the white show moderate carbon spotting. Triggerguard and trigger retain approx. 92% of their original blue. Stocks with light scuffs and dings, and minor crack eminating from the area just below the hinge pin. Action is crisp, bore is at least fine. Est.: $1,200-$1,800.