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U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Saddle Ring Carbine

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military / Long Guns - Carbines Start Price:900.00 USD Estimated At:1,800.00 - 2,750.00 USD
U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Saddle Ring Carbine
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U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Saddle Ring Carbine

This is a very fine example of a U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1879 Carbine with low arch breechblock marked "U.S./MODEL/1873" and the lock plate marked "U.S./SPRINGFIELD " ahead of the eagle motif. The serial number has the "Star" suffix, which denotes duplicate number. Ski jump ladder rear sight with slotless screws and graduated to 1,500 yards with a "C" on the left side of the base and on the ladder and a blade front sight. "U.S." marked buttplate with cleaning rod compartment with three piece cleaning rod. The left side breech end of the barrel is stamped with "V/P/eagle head/P" proof and inspection marks. Mounted with an oil finished walnut stock with the standard sling bar and ring on the left side, a sharp boxed "SWP/1882" cartouche on the left wrist, and a small "60" and circled script "P" behind the lower tang and a "US" marked carbine buttplate with compartment (cleaning rod not included).

Manufacture: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1879 Trapdoor
BBL: 22 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 45-70
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 177106*

Very fine as Arsenal refurbished. The barrel and trigger guard retain 60% original blue with the balance a smooth plum brown patina with light streaks of Arsenal blue finish visible. The breechblock retains 50% original vivid case colors with a smooth gray patina on the balance. The lock and hammer have 75% blue with the balance a smooth dark patina. The stock is also very fine with crisp cartouches, a few minor dents, dings and scratches. The markings are clear. The action is fine.