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Lot #248
Lot #250

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

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 21, 2024

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

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 21, 2024

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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A) Springfield Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle with Ramrod Bayonet

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1888
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45-70 Government
Barrel: 32 5/8 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1132
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

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

Rating Definition:

Good 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.



B) Springfield Model 1879/84 Trapdoor Rifle

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1879
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45-70 Government
Barrel: 29 5/8 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1132
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Description:

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

Rating Definition:

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



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