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Lot 242:Two U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Rifles with Bayonets

June 21st, 2024|Bedford, TX

Lot 242:Two U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Rifles with Bayonets

June 21st, 2024|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,400 - $2,000

A) Springfield Model 1879 Rifle

Manufactured 1882. With "US" marked socket bayonet.

ConditionFine overall with much of the original finish, a few scattered patches of light pitting/oxidation, and a few scattered minor handling marks on the refinished wood. Mechanically excellent. Bayonet is fine.

Details

ManufacturerSpringfield Armory U.S.

Model1879

TypeRifle

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge45-70 Government

Barrel32 5/8 inch round

Finishblue/casehardened

Stockwalnut

Item LocationBedford, TX

B) Springfield Model 1884 Rifle

Manufactured 1886, rear sight replaced, cleaning rod too short. With socket bayonet and scabbard with frog.

ConditionFair overall with much of the refinished blue, scattered light pitting/oxidation, and a hairline crack and scattered minor handling marks in the wood. Mechanically excellent. Bayonet and scabbard are fine.