Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle Serial Number 92919 - Made in 1878 Caps & Hats This features a later version

This features a later version of the Sharps action with an improved gas seal and vertical breech

Two secondary fuze wells are provided for anti-handling devices

Allen Anderson

NO RECEIVER is included

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle Serial Number 92919 - Made in 1878 Caps & Hats This features a later versionOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a wonderful 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. The breech block is marked: U. S. MODEL 1873 Offered in excellent condition is this trapdoor rifle in 45 70 government caliber. Serial # 92919 with a partly legible SWP cartouche, overall nice blue gray aged metal