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Historic Mass 8th Span Am War 1884 Springfield Armory Rifle
Guns International #: 101464352 Seller's Inventory #: Historic Mass 8th Span Am War 1884
Category: Springfield Armory Rifles - Military Rifles - US
Seller's Information
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Seller: HOME TOWN GUNS
Company: HOME TOWN GUNS
Member Since: 3/28/07
State: Connecticut
Country: United States
Phone: (860) 658-2843
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 294
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
3 days
Payment Types Accepted: MONEY ORDERS
Description:
A very historic rifle this Springfield Armory Trapdoor model 1884 was issued to the Eighth Massachusetts Infantry.-Official title, Eighth Regiment. Infantry, Massachusetts Volunteer Militia. Headquarters. Salem. Organized May 1, 1866 ; reorganized July 14, 1876. This regiment did creditable service during the Civil War. Mustered in for war with Spain, May 11, 1898. Strength in officers and men for war with Spain, 1,327. Commanded by Col. William A. Pew, Jr., during war operations. Stationed during war: (1) State camp ground, South Framingham ; (2) Chickamauga, Ga.; (3) Lexington, Ky.; (4) Araericus, Ga.; (5) Cuba. Sent from United States for service in Cuba. Casualties during campaign : 29 deaths. As seen from the stencilled white paint this is the 8th Volunteers Militia, and Company A 10th gun issued.All the fittings and parts look correct as it came out of an attic in Western Mass. Metal color is strong blue mixed with smooth bown patina, no rust and the America walnut stock has a couple field dings , and with a complete , clear 1890 armory cartouche'. Has the 1884 ram-rod captured bayonet, and the correct 1884 rear sight. The bore on the 32" barrel has remarquably clean, shiny appearence with only slight speckling, not rust, not pits.. A very historic museum quality rifle. When buying a gun always have it examined by a competent gunsmith before shooting. To buy a gun from me you must get a direct email for me, with details, and shipping cost. We don’t have a web site .I prefer money orders or a check. Item ships when funds come in. I try to keep guns affordable, which means I make less money than most dealers. You won’t get altitude sickness, or nose bleed, with my prices! I consistently have the best selection of older guns If you attempt to buy, you must still contact us for details . Best to email to buy. Sometimes a local person can stop buy and purchase before the gun is removed. Sometimes not home to get calls. Some guns are required shipment to a gun dealer near you for a transfer to you when it arrives. Otherwise many older or black powder guns ship to your door. With the widest selection of older guns at great prices, We don’t have a store, and sell on the internet only. I’m easy to get along with. Thank You.
SOLD
Antique: Yes