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Antique U.S. SPRINGFIELD Model 1873 TRAPDOOR .45-70 GOVT Cadet Rifle Manufactured at the Height of the Indian Wars!
Guns International #: 101591115 Seller's Inventory #: 201353
Category: Springfield Rifles - Trapdoor - Springfield Rifles - Antique
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
International Phone: 314-707-7373
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Description:
Antique U.S. SPRINGFIELD Model 1873 TRAPDOOR .45-70 GOVT Cadet Rifle
Manufactured at the Height of the Indian Wars!
Here we present an antique U.S. Springfield Model 1873 Trapdoor Rifle, made by the Springfield Armory. After the Civil War, the War Department wanted a breech-loading rifle. To be specific, it wanted a breech-loading rifle that would chamber a self-primed, metallic cartridge. Amazingly, despite the adoption of the ill-fated Model 1882 Chaffee-Reese Bolt Action Magazine Rifle, new models of trapdoor rifles continued to be produced and used all the way through the mid-1890s, until finally, the Krag-Jorgensen was adopted. The U.S. continued to see unrest and conflict with the displaced Native Americans during this time, including the Wounded Knee Massacre on December 29th, 1890. Trapdoors continued to see use all the way through the Spanish American War.
The overall condition is nearing fine. The action is strong all around. The bore is bright with sharp rifling. The stock is in excellent shape with a nice smooth finish. This example includes a leather sling. “US” is stamped on the butt plate tang. “255” is stamped into the right buttstock. Here is a wonderful piece of history for display!
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 29-1/2 inches.
Caliber: .45-70 GOVT
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$1695
#201353
SOLD
Antique: Yes