Guns International #: 103149870
Seller's Inventory #: 531584

Category - Springfield Armory Rifles - Springfield Rifles - Trapdoor

Category
Springfield Armory Rifles
Springfield Rifles - Trapdoor

SPRINGFIELD ARMORY RARE U.S. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1880 EXPERIMENTAL TRAPDOOR .45-70 GOVT

Description:
Guns Listing ID: 531584



Serial No. 154603, made in 1881, .45-70, 32.5\" round proofed barrel. Barrel is a mottled brown patina with 1879 Buckhorn rear sight. Breech is correctly marked \"U.S./MODEL/1873\" Lock plate is marked with\"EAGLE-U.S./Springfield. Stock is good with light handling and usage marks visible. Right side of Butt stock is marked \"12/467\" forward of the \"US\" marked butt plate are the markings \"G/12\". This rifle falls into the serial number range of the Model 1880 with 1001 being manufactured. What is unique is the \"Field\" modification that was done to remove the projecting rears on the side, the dovetail has been filled in making it easier to advance the bayonet!  (AL10004)

Curio/Relic: Yes
Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: SPRINGFIELD ARMORY
Model: RARE U.S. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1880 EXPERIMENTAL TRAPDOOR
Caliber Info: .45-70 GOVT
Condition: Used - Non-Certified
Barrels: 32.5 BARREL
Action: SINGLE SHOT
Finish: patina

Price: $3,995.99