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U.S. Springfield Model 1868 Trapdoor Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:425.00 USD Estimated At:850.00 - 1,200.00 USD
U.S. Springfield Model 1868 Trapdoor Rifle
Manufactured from 1868 to 1873. Fixed front sight with folding adjustable rear sight. The serial number is marked on the barrel and receiver. The lock is dated 1863 and has the American Eagle and "U.S. / SPRINGFIELD" marking. The high arch breechblock is stamped "1870 / eagle head with arrows / U.S." Smooth straight grip stock with ramrod, sling swivels, two piece trigger guard, smooth "US" marked buttplate and "L" marked behind the trigger guard.
BBL: 32 1/2 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 50 CF
Finish: bright
Grips:
Serial Number: 42088


Very good. The metal surfaces show signs of being cleaned at one time with the balance a smooth brown-yellow patina. The stock is good with the exception of a repaired wrist and repair near the front of the trigger guard, with some minor dings overall (mostly on the buttstock). Mechanically fine.