Guns International #: 101874037
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Guns International #: 101874037
Springfield Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle, .45-70 with Sliding Ramrod Bayonet, #314780
Description: Antique Springfield Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle, with Sliding Ramrod Bayonet, #314780, .45-70 Gov't. CF cal., 32-5/8'' round barrel, with block-blade front and windage-elevation adjustable Buffington rear sights, marked ''V/P/(eaglehead)/P'' and ''A'' at breech; trapdoor breechblock is marked ''US/Model/1884'' at hinge; flat lockplate has ''(spread-wing eagle)'' and ''U.S./Springfield'' under latch; steel fittings include loop trigger guard with front sling swivel, curved buttplate with hinged door opening to trap in butt for segmented rod (not present) and marked ''US'' at top screw, 2 spring-retained bands (top with stacking swivel), grooved trigger, integral nosecap and bayonet catch; oil-stained walnut fullstock has rectangular ''SWP'' (Master Armorer and Chief Inspector Samuel W. Porter) over ''1891'' cartouche at left wrist, a fancy encircled ''P'' on belly. Condition is very good, the barrel retains 90% age-toned blue, the balance smooth aged gunmetal. Stock is sound with scattered age and use marks, good cartouche, nice grain and color. Good edges and markings, strong and smooth action, brilliant bore with sharp rifling. Zelle, cashiers check, money order, personal check or layaway accepted. Price: $1,390.00 Buy Now Antique: Yes Rifle Caliber: .45-70 Government Manufacturer: Springfield Model: 1888 Serial Number: 314780 Barrel Length: 32-5/8'' Condition: Very Good Metal Condition: Very good Wood Condition: very Good Bore Condition: very Good Barrels: 90% Barrel Type: Round Action: Trapdoor Manufacture Date: 1891 Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 101874037
Guns International #: 101874037