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Springfield Armory Model 1873 Carbine Serial Number 20775 .45 / 55
Guns International #: 101860327 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Springfield Rifles - Antique Rifles - Single Shot
Seller's Information
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Seller: Chesterfield Armament
Member Since: 11/25/19
First Name: Eric
Last Name: Chandler
State: Virginia
Zip: 23832
Country: United States
Phone: (804) 931-1590
Number of Active Listings: 3
Total Number of Listings: 160
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Visa, MC, Discover, American Express
About Us: FFL with 2 locations, SOT in Chesterfield VA as Chesterfield Armament & Art and a storefront in Kilmarnock as Chandler's Firearms Estates, on Main Street. Specializing in Firearms and accessories Estates, Collectibles and Military (milsurp) firearms.
Description:
Springfield Armory Model 1873 Carbine Serial Number 20775
.45 / 55
This carbine was made between April and June of 1874. It is in original configuration with all the correct features. It does not have later upgrades and modifications. One noteworthy feature is the absence of a stacking swivel. Stacking swivels were added about the same time this carbine was made, between serial numbers 20,000 and 21,000.
The breech block assembly is nice and tight and functions properly. The breech block and lock assembly are both properly marked for this serial number range. The tumbler has two notches that were used until about serial number 28,000 when they were changed to three. The breech block contains a spring loaded firing pin. The breach block latch has the proper firing pin relief U shaped cut.
The bore shows light pitting and frost its entire length. The witness marks on the barrel and receiver are in perfect alignment.
The stock shows extensive wear due to heavy use in the saddle. This is most evident rear of the sling ring bar from the snap swivel of the sling and another area forward of the lock plate from saddle pommel and boot ware. There is also a lot of wear in the barrel band area. The stock had several cracks that have been repaired. There are also some drying cracks under the butt plate around the lower screw hole but are not significant. The rear trigger plate screw hole as well as the lower butt plate screw hole were stripped out and have been repaired. There is a chip of wood missing in the breech block latch recess. There are many scratches and dents throughout. The cartouche as well as the firing proof are worn away. A stock fitter’s mark is visible and appears to be an O or D.
Published Dimensional data: This carbine
Overall length 41.30” 41 3/8”
Barrel length 22.00” 21 15/16”
Barrel diameter at breech 1.045” 1.045”
Barrel diameter at muzzle .730” .730”
Sight stud from muzzle .815” .731
Front blade height .673” above C.L. .670”
Front blade above barrel .265” .307”
Stock length 29.80” 29 7/8”
Comb length 9.25” 9.25”
Firing pin tunnel rim .090” .097”
Tunnel rim to base .515” .467”
Top of receiver to barrel .130” .132”
Receiver width at hinge 1.076” 1.065”
Extractor lug height .050” .063”
Hinge pin length 1.175” 1.139”
Barrel band U height .080” .080”
Sear nose .030” .030”
Sling bar 3.0” x .194” diameter 3.0” x .195”
Sling ring .165” in diameter .177”
Hammer knurl 8 diamonds on center line 8
Weight 7.90 lb. 7 lbs. 0 ozs.
Head space Go = .070” No Go = .075” .077”
Various markings:
Bottom of receiver F
Lock plate A, T and three not legible
Hammer S
Trigger plate A
Trigger 3
Firing pin M or W
Bridle J
Sear 3
Main spring base end 16, hook end 8
The carbine came with paper work (copied email) in which the previous owner (Lewis Wagner of Tucson, AZ) put together while trying to research its history. There is no proof but the consensus is that it was most likely used by the 10th Cavalry at Fort Concho in western Texas.
This carbines serial number was researched by the U.S. Martial Arms Collector in Cabin John, MD with no results. They were glad to have the information of the carbines existence.
SOLD
Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: Springfield Armory
Model: 1873 Carbine