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Auction Catalog #1038
Lot #497

Lot #496

Lot #498

Lot 497: U.S. Springfield 1880 Experimental Trapdoor Rifle with Ramrod

Scarce U.S. Springfield Model 1880 Experimental Trapdoor Rifle with Triangular Ramrod Bayonet

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 6, 2021

Lot 497: U.S. Springfield 1880 Experimental Trapdoor Rifle with Ramrod

Scarce U.S. Springfield Model 1880 Experimental Trapdoor Rifle with Triangular Ramrod Bayonet

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 6, 2021

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750

Price Realized:

Scarce U.S. Springfield Model 1880 Experimental Trapdoor Rifle with Triangular Ramrod Bayonet

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.

Model: 1880

Type: Rifle

Gauge: 45-70 Government

Barrel: 32 5/8 inch round

Finish: blue/casehardened

Grip:

Stock: walnut

Item Views: 937

Item Interest: Active

Serial Number:

Class: Antique

Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting

Rating:

OC - FINE- all original parts; over 30% original finish, sharp lettering, numerals and design on metal and wood; minor marks in wood.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

One of only around 1,001 manufactured around 1880. Includes Rock Island Arsenal leather sling. Provenance: The George Moller Collection

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