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Lot 2145:Two U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifles

February 22nd, 2025|Bedford, TX

Lot 2145:Two U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifles

February 22nd, 2025|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$800 - $1,200

A) U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle

Manufactured in 1886. Includes a brown leather sling.

ConditionGood as refinished, with brown patina and scattered oxidation. Stock is fair as sanded and re-oiled, with numerous scattered dents, scratches and scuffs. Absent firing pin assembly, otherwise mechanically functions.

Details

ManufacturerSpringfield Armory U.S.

Model1884

TypeRifle

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge45-70 Government

Barrel32 5/8 inch round

Finishblue/casehardened

Stockwalnut

Bore conditionThe bore is partially darkened with distinct rifling.

Item LocationBedford, TX

B) U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle

Manufactured in 1889.

ConditionGood with some original finish, scattered freckling, and filling marks at the edges of the buttplate. Barrel and forend shortened. Stock is also good as sanded and re-oiled, with carved out sections in the buttstock, and scattered nicks and scratches. Absent sights, with marred screws in place where the rear sight resided, and absent sling swivel in the trigger guard. Mechanically fine.