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Lot 249:Two U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Military Rifles

June 21st, 2024|Bedford, TX

Lot 249:Two U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Military Rifles

June 21st, 2024|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,000 - $1,600

A) Springfield Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle with Ramrod Bayonet

Manufactured in 1892. "71/F/9" stamped on top ahead of the buttplate.

ConditionGood overall as refinished, with gray patina, dark pitting and oxidation, broken front sight blade, bent rear sight ladder, and dents, scratches and chips in the stock. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerSpringfield Armory U.S.

Model1888

TypeRifle

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge45-70 Government

Barrel32 5/8 inch round

Finishblue

Stockwalnut

Bore conditionSlight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting

Item LocationBedford, TX

B) Springfield Model 1879/84 Trapdoor Rifle

Manufactured in 1879, subsequently fitted with Model 1884 rear sight. Barrel and forend shortened.

ConditionGood overall as refinished, with brown patina, pitting, oxidation, and chips, scratches and dents in the stock. Extractor spring is non-functional, otherwise mechanically fine.