1873 springfield trapdoor rifle with bayonet

1873 springfield trapdoor rifle with bayonet serial number#

1873 springfield trapdoor rifle with bayonet serial number#

The serial number falls between the two numbers stamped on the butt plate and represents the barrack unit and rack number. records shows this gun was probably used in the 1st Illinois volunteers or the 4th Illinois volunteers. This antique rifle still has about 95%of its original blueing. Stock Tip Screw, Used (Nose Cap Screw) Springfield 1873-1879. It was superseded by an improved model, the Springfield Model 1884, also in. The infantry rifle model featured a 325/8 inch (829 mm) barrel, while the cavalry carbine used a 22 inch (560 mm) barrel.

The Model 1873 was the fifth variation of the Allin trapdoor design, and was named for its hinged breechblock, which opened like a trapdoor. The gun, in both full-length and carbine versions, was widely used in subsequent battles against the American Indians. I am not an antique firearms expert and do not want to misrepresent this rifle in any way.Дoesnt hurt to make a best offer.This lot features the rare, vintage Springfield Model 1873 'Trapdoor' 45-70 rifle that was the first standard issue breech loading rifle adopted by the United States Army (although the Model 1866 trapdoor had seen limited issue to troops along the Bozeman Trail in 1867). Please ask questions so you know what you are getting. #39 burned into stock and stamped in metal butt plate is 'US 39 39'.Division or regiment Number? It should help with determining the history of the rifle.ДЇiring pin or spring needs to be replaced.ДЈ0 day Lay-a-way with a $50 non-refundable deposit. Only pin point pitting on butt plate if that. I never fired it or done any refinishing or sanding. If you have any questions regarding this item, you should contact the Seller before bidding. 15069655 Buyer Tip: Seller assumes all responsibility for listing this item. I have only used cans of gun oil on this gun in the 55 years I owned this gun. Springfield Armory Springfield 1873 Trapdoor 45-70 Nice w/bayonet. The bore is dark with old grease but should clean up nicely. All I replaced was the hammer screw with an authentic one. Every piece seems to be original and gun does not seem to be restored in any way. The complete stock is in awesome shape for never being sanded or finished! There is one small gouging about ВЅвЂќ long and 1/16вЂќ deep in right side of stock in front of the breech and the rest are just nicks from normal wear! All done many years ago! See picвЂ™s!Д®verything is intact and complete. No pitting but none of the bluing is left. Nice, complete brown patina on all metal parts. 'VP' stamp with a strong clear eagle stamp and a 'P' stamped below the eagle on the BBL by the breach.a '1' is stamped to the right of the 'VP' directly on the top middle of BBL.Д¬lear rectangle around the 'SWP 1891' Cartouche above trigger.Д¬lear 'P' cartouche on bottom of stock(firing proof Circled Script 'P'). The model 1884 incorporated a significant number of improvements that had been made between 18. The infantry rifle model featured a 3258-inch (829 mm) barrel, while the cavalry carbine used a 22-inch (560 mm) barrel. The model 1884 traces its roots back to the design of the Springfield 1873. The Model 1873 was the fifth variation of the Allin trapdoor design, and was named for its hinged breechblock, which opened like a trapdoor. The rarer Ramrods run $250-$350 more than common Knife bayonet Trapdoors. 1/28/22 - This is a nice example of a Springfield Model 1884 'Trapdoor' Rifle, manufactured in 1891.

Opposite end of 35-3/8' Ramrod bayonet is threaded for cleaning rag or swabs and killing end is also used to force jammed shells or debris out. I have a regular account but do have a refund policy of 5 days! If you know how I can get more pic's to you let me know! Thanks!Д«ayonet locks in at 15' for killing. So many more pic's.I wish I could get them all to you. In better times this was a $1,200 to $1,400 rifle!

In original and excellent condition! I do not believe this gun was EVER taken apart! The soldier took pride in its care! Description: 1891 issue, 45-70 Government, Ramrod Bayonet Model 1873 Trapdoor/Trap Door, U.S.