1884 SPRINGFIELD TRAPDOOR In excellent condition
Guns International #: 100862176 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Military Rifles - US - Springfield Rifles - Trapdoor

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Seller: ADP
Member Since: 12/16/16
First Name: Andres
Last Name: Perea
State: Florida
Zip: 33167
Country: United States
Phone: (305) 218-6575
Total Number of Listings: 6
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.

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Description:
This is a very fine example of an original Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor rifle that was manufactured in 1887. The lock is marked with the eagle shield motif followed by "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" ahead of the hammer. The breech is the correct low arch model marked "U.S./MODEL/1884". Pinned blade front sight and Buffington rear sight marked "R" on the upper right-hand corner. The rear of the barrel is marked with the "V/P/eagle head/P" proof and inspector marks. Blue finish with casehardened breechblock and upper tang. Three click tumbler and mounted with a one-piece stock with metal forend cap, two barrel bands both marked with a "U", slotted button head cleaning rod and steel "U.S." marked butt plate without compartment. "SWP/1887" cartouche on the left wrist and circled script "P" and small stamped "W" on the underside behind the trigger guard. Complete with a brown leather sling. BBL: 32 5/8 inch round Stock: walnut Gauge: 45-70 Finish: blue/casehardened Grips: Serial Number: 383XXX Condition: Very fine. The barrel, lock and hammer retain 90% original blue finish with some areas fading to a smooth plum patina. The breechblock and upper tang retain 95% original case colors. The stock is also very fine with a dark area on the right rear of the buttstock and overall some scattered minor dings and dents, with crisp cartouche. The markings are crisp and clear. The action is excellent. The sling is excellent. Please email for additional pictures This rifle is priced very well and you won't find another one in this nice condition at this price. I will accept reasonable offers.

SOLD

Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: SPRINGFIELD
Model: 1884
Caliber Info: 45-70