Also, the trigger guard is the early 1873 style, not the solid casting used on the 1884. it has the 1884 marked breech block, serrated trigger, and buffington sight, however it was not converted a round rod bayonet like many 1884s. The two were manufactured concurrently, and this one appears to be a hybrid. Given the characteristics of the rifle, we were unable to definitively label it a model 1873 or an 1884. While it is definitely not the original sling issued with the rifle, it is original and in great condition, with the leather being soft and only small amounts of wear. The stock is original, and definitely has sign of handling and wear, though the edges are still proud over the lock plate, so it has not been sanded or refinished.Īdditionally, this rifle comes with a wonderful condition original Springfield Trapdoor/Krag pattern sling, marked: ROCK ISLAND
#1873 SPRINGFIELD TRAPDOOR RIFLE SLING SERIAL NUMBER#
The serial number indicates that it was built at Springfield in 1888, with a government inspector SWP 1888 cartouche, indicating final inspection in 1888. Original metal finish with all proofs still present. Bore is in excellent condition, with a bright finish and clear lands and grooves. 420919 overall good metal finish with barrel proofs still present.
Offered in very nice condition is this trapdoor rifle in 45-70 government caliber. This is a very nice example of the classic Springfield trapdoor rifle, the weapon used, in its carbine form, by the troopers of the 7th Cavalry that met their fate at the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876.
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