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U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Saddle Ring Carbine

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military / Long Guns - Carbines Start Price:600.00 USD Estimated At:1,200.00 - 1,700.00 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 an 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. Ski jump ladder rear sight 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. There is a faint cartouche on the left wrist and a visible circled "P" behind the lower tang. The buttplate tang is stamped "US" below the screw.

Manufacture: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1879 Trapdoor
BBL: 22 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 45-70
Finish: blue
Grips:
Serial Number: 140835

Very good. The barrel and trigger guard have a mix of smooth mottled brown patina and original blue finish, and showing a few minor dings and scratches. The breechblock shows strong darkened original case colors with a smooth mottled gray patina. The lock and hammer have a smooth dark patina. The stock is good with a deep gouge on the right toe, a few scattered minor/moderate gouges, minor dents, dings and scratches. The markings are clear. The action is fine.