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U.S. Model 1873 Trapdoor Rifle, by Springfield

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:1,000.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 3,000.00 USD
U.S. Model 1873 Trapdoor Rifle, by Springfield
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA 92606
U.S. Model 1873 Trapdoor Rifle, by Springfield, #4609, .45-70 cal., 32-5/8'' barrel, blue finish, case hardened breechblock, lightly cartouched walnut stock, with 1873 dated breechblock and sideplate. An all original, low numbered rifle, retaining all early features, with regimental marking ''13'' to stock just above upper tang, with the letter ''V'' stamped just behind the top screw on buttplate. Condition is very good to fine retaining approx. 95% arsenal type blue to barrel. Forend cap is plum colored. Stock with light scuffs and possibly minor sanding. Action is crisp, bore is very good with light frosting that should clean. Est.: $2,000-$3,000. (Antique)