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Description:
The U.S. Springfield Model 1873, nicknamed the "Springfield Trapdoor," was a standard infantry weapon for the U.S. Army for about 20 years, known for its breech-loading mechanism that opened like a trapdoor, firing the .45-70 cartridge. Here's a more detailed description of the Springfield Model 1873 rifle: Design: The Model 1873 was the fifth variation of the Allin trapdoor design, characterized by its hinged breechblock that opened like a trapdoor. Caliber: The rifle fired the .45-70 cartridge, which used 70 grains of black powder to propel a 405-grain bullet at a muzzle velocity of 1,350 feet per second. Barrel: The rifle had a 32 5/8-inch barrel. Overall Length: The rifle had an overall length of 52 inches. Carbine Version: A shorter, half-stocked carbine version was also produced for cavalry soldiers. Historical Significance: The Model 1873 was used in the Indian Wars, the Spanish-American War, and the Philippine Insurrection. Production: The Model 1873 rifles and carbines were produced by Springfield Armory and were used by the US Army for about 20 years. .45
Antique: Yes Chambers:
Trapdoor Metal Condition:
Good Wood Condition:
Good with Cartouches Bore Condition:
Fair Barrels:
32 1/2 Triggers:
Standard Trigger Butt Pad:
Metal Butt Plate Weight:
10 lbs. Sights:
Original Iron Sights Item Location:
Tulalip, WA
Description:
The U.S. Springfield Model 1873, nicknamed the "Springfield Trapdoor," was a standard infantry weapon for the U.S. Army for about 20 years, known for its breech-loading mechanism that opened like a trapdoor, firing the .45-70 cartridge. Here's a more detailed description of the Springfield Model 1873 rifle: Design: The Model 1873 was the fifth variation of the Allin trapdoor design, characterized by its hinged breechblock that opened like a trapdoor. Caliber: The rifle fired the .45-70 cartridge, which used 70 grains of black powder to propel a 405-grain bullet at a muzzle velocity of 1,350 feet per second. Barrel: The rifle had a 32 5/8-inch barrel. Overall Length: The rifle had an overall length of 52 inches. Carbine Version: A shorter, half-stocked carbine version was also produced for cavalry soldiers. Historical Significance: The Model 1873 was used in the Indian Wars, the Spanish-American War, and the Philippine Insurrection. Production: The Model 1873 rifles and carbines were produced by Springfield Armory and were used by the US Army for about 20 years. .45
Antique: Yes Chambers:
Trapdoor Metal Condition:
Good Wood Condition:
Good with Cartouches Bore Condition:
Fair Barrels:
32 1/2 Triggers:
Standard Trigger Butt Pad:
Metal Butt Plate Weight:
10 lbs. Sights:
Original Iron Sights Item Location:
Tulalip, WA
Description:
The U.S. Springfield Model 1873, nicknamed the "Springfield Trapdoor," was a standard infantry weapon for the U.S. Army for about 20 years, known for its breech-loading mechanism that opened like a trapdoor, firing the .45-70 cartridge. Here's a more detailed description of the Springfield Model 1873 rifle: Design: The Model 1873 was the fifth variation of the Allin trapdoor design, characterized by its hinged breechblock that opened like a trapdoor. Caliber: The rifle fired the .45-70 cartridge, which used 70 grains of black powder to propel a 405-grain bullet at a muzzle velocity of 1,350 feet per second. Barrel: The rifle had a 32 5/8-inch barrel. Overall Length: The rifle had an overall length of 52 inches. Carbine Version: A shorter, half-stocked carbine version was also produced for cavalry soldiers. Historical Significance: The Model 1873 was used in the Indian Wars, the Spanish-American War, and the Philippine Insurrection. Production: The Model 1873 rifles and carbines were produced by Springfield Armory and were used by the US Army for about 20 years. .45
Antique: Yes Chambers:
Trapdoor Metal Condition:
Good Wood Condition:
Good with Cartouches Bore Condition:
Fair Barrels:
32 1/2 Triggers:
Standard Trigger Butt Pad:
Metal Butt Plate Weight:
10 lbs. Sights:
Original Iron Sights Item Location:
Tulalip, WA
Description:
The U.S. Springfield Model 1873, nicknamed the "Springfield Trapdoor," was a standard infantry weapon for the U.S. Army for about 20 years, known for its breech-loading mechanism that opened like a trapdoor, firing the .45-70 cartridge. Here's a more detailed description of the Springfield Model 1873 rifle: Design: The Model 1873 was the fifth variation of the Allin trapdoor design, characterized by its hinged breechblock that opened like a trapdoor. Caliber: The rifle fired the .45-70 cartridge, which used 70 grains of black powder to propel a 405-grain bullet at a muzzle velocity of 1,350 feet per second. Barrel: The rifle had a 32 5/8-inch barrel. Overall Length: The rifle had an overall length of 52 inches. Carbine Version: A shorter, half-stocked carbine version was also produced for cavalry soldiers. Historical Significance: The Model 1873 was used in the Indian Wars, the Spanish-American War, and the Philippine Insurrection. Production: The Model 1873 rifles and carbines were produced by Springfield Armory and were used by the US Army for about 20 years. .45
Antique: Yes Chambers:
Trapdoor Metal Condition:
Good Wood Condition:
Good with Cartouches Bore Condition:
Fair Barrels:
32 1/2 Triggers:
Standard Trigger Butt Pad:
Metal Butt Plate Weight:
10 lbs. Sights:
Original Iron Sights Item Location:
Tulalip, WA