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Springfield Rifles - Trapdoor
Springfield Rifles - Antique

Springfield Trapdoor Carbine 1873

Description:
1873 Springfield Trapdoor Carbine


Serial Number: 188443
Year of Manufacture: 1882 (Trapdoor Springfield, Waite, Page 207.)
Caliber: .45-70 Government, Carbine Load. Black Powder.
Action Type: Single-Shot Forward Pivoting Breech-Block “Trapdoor”
Barrel Length: 22”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade pinned on top of a rectangular base set on the barrel. The rear sight is a Buffington that adjusts for windage and elevation. The rear sight is marked with a “R”. Which is incorrect. Should have a C.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The wood stock has a straight grip, one barrel band, carbine sling swivel bar with ring, and a keyhole metal buttplate with the included cleaning rods. The wood shows a few scratches, scrapes and wood compressions from handling and storage. The butt plate and stock hardware have cleaned erosion, dings, and varying degrees of thinning on the leading edges. Stock cartouches ( Samuel W Porter) are strong and present on the wood. The most notable scratch is next to the butt plate. The stocks rate in about Very Good Plus – Fine or better condition for its age.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. .  
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 90% of its metal finish. The metal shows scratches and dings. The barrel shows thinning at the muzzle, and small specklings of surface oxidation. Overall, this rifle rates in about Very Good Plus condition for its age.
Mechanics: The action and extractor function correctly. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: The 1873 Springfield Rifle, also known as the “Trapdoor Springfield,” is a single-shot, breech-loading rifle that was used by the United States military from the late 1800s to the early 1900s. The 1873 Springfield Rifle has a 32.5-inch barrel and is chambered in .45-70 Government. It has a hinged breech block that swings open to allow the insertion of a single round. The rifle features a full-length stock made of walnut and has a straight wrist and a handguard that extends to the front sight. The rear sight is adjustable for elevation and windage, and the rifle  has a three-notch carbine “Safety Notch” tumbler lock mechanism, the three-click hammer, was added, and the “1873” date was omitted from the lock plate.  1873 Springfield Rifle saw extensive use in the Indian Wars, and was also used during the Spanish-American War and the Philippine-American War. The rifle is known for its accuracy and reliability, and was highly regarded by soldiers who used it in combat.
This Springfield Model 1873 Carbine was manufactured in 1882 of which 580 were made.. This carbine features a carbine sling bar with saddle ring. The Buffington sight is rifle (R) marked. Most of the markings are strong and shows collectible cartouches on the stock. The inspectors cartouche shows “1882” which matches the serial number range for 1882's. The sights slide up nicely . The breech case coloring is beautiful. The rifle's overall condition  isn’t bad for being over 140 years old. If you are a Trapdoor collector or looking for a carbine in .45-70, this is would be a great addition.
Happy to try and ansure any questions. Additional photos on request. Contact: Rob  316-644-3961

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U.S. Springfield Trapdoor 1873 Carbine 45-70 Single Shot Rifle 1881 Antique
 

Antique: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .45-70 Government
Manufacturer: Springfield Armory
Serial Number: 188443
Manufacture Date: 1882

Price: $6,500.00