Lot 507: U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle

Documented Spanish American War Issued U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle with Springfield Research Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 6, 2021

Lot 507: U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle

Documented Spanish American War Issued U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle with Springfield Research Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 6, 2021

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,400

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Documented Spanish American War Issued U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle with Springfield Research Letter

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.

Model: 1884

Type: Rifle

Gauge: 45-70 Government

Barrel: 32 5/8 inch round

Finish: blue/casehardened

Grip:

Stock: walnut

Item Views: 1219

Item Interest: Average

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:

"1887" dated cartouche. The included Springfield Research Service letter lists this rifle as issued to private (later sergeant) Ebenezer Hemphill of Co. A of the 4th Kentucky Volunteer Infantry during the Spanish-American War. Also included are copies of some of Hemphill's service records. Includes a leather sling, M1873 bayonet, and scabbard with frog. Provenance: The Buckstix Collection

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Lot 507: U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle

Documented Spanish American War Issued U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle with Springfield Research Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 6, 2021

Lot 507: U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle

Documented Spanish American War Issued U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle with Springfield Research Letter

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 6, 2021

Documented Spanish American War Issued U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle with Springfield Research Letter

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