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  • Lot #4202
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Lot 4202: Two U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 16, 2023

Lot 4202: Two U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: February 16, 2023

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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A) Springfield Model 1888 Rifle with Ramrod Bayonet, Ammunition Belt and Springfield Model 1880 Hunting Knife with Sheath

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1888-Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45-70 Government
Barrel: 32 5/8 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1595
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Rating:

OE - GOOD - some minor replacement parts; metal smoothly rusted or lightly pitted in places, cleaned; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal legible; lightly scratched, bruised or minor cracks repaired; in good working order.

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

"A/10/90" stamped on buttplate tang. Includes leather sling, U.S. Springfield Model 1880 hunting knife, and tan canvas Mills ammunition belt.

B) Springfield Model 1884/90 Saddle Ring Carbine with Cavalry Sling and Snap Hook

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1884
Type: Carbine
Gauge: 45-70 Government
Barrel: 22 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1595
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Rating:

OF - FAIR- some major parts replaced; minor replacement parts may be required; metal rusted, may be lightly pitted all over, vigorously cleaned; rounded edges of metal and wood; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal partly obliterated; wood scratched, bruised, cracked or repaired where broken; in fair working order or can be easily repaired and placed in working order.

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

Description:

Armory altered in the 1890s with the sight protector barrel band. Includes cavalry sling with snap hook. Serial number mostly illegible.

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