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U.S. Model 1879 Trapdoor Carbine, by Springfield

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:750.00 USD Estimated At:NA
U.S. Model 1879 Trapdoor Carbine, by Springfield
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA
U.S. Model 1879 Trapdoor Carbine, by Springfield, #209799*, .45-70 cal., 22'' barrel, case hardened breechblock dated 1873, faintly cartouched walnut stock, with front sight cover. Condition is fine. Barrel and blue components retain approx. 85% thinning blue. Breechblock has toned a silvery gray. Stock with scuffs and scratches, minor impressions and oil darkening. ''(Circle)/P'' behind triggerguard is visible; inspector's cartouche to left side above trigger is indiscernible. Cleaning components are retained in butt trap. Action is good, bore is fine. Est.: $1,500-$2,000. (Antique)