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Lot #4154
Lot #4156

Lot 4155: Two U.S. Springfield .45-70 Trapdoor Military Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 23, 2025

Lot 4155: Two U.S. Springfield .45-70 Trapdoor Military Rifles

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 23, 2025

Estimated Price: $900 - $1,500
Price Realized:
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A) U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1884
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45-70 Government
Barrel: 32 5/8 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 501
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is darkened with pitting and defined rifling.
Description:

Manufactured in 1886.

Rating Definition:

Good as refinished, with much of the finish, scattered light pitting and freckling. Stock is also good as sanded and re-oiled, with a few re-glued cracked sections visible around the upper tang, and some light handling marks. Mechanically excellent.



B) U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Rifle

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1879
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45-70 Government
Barrel: 32 5/8 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 501
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is partially darkened with distinct rifling.
Description:

Manufactured in 1878. Oval script "ESA/1878" cartouche stamped on the left wrist of the stock with circled script "P" proof on bottom.

Rating Definition:

Very good with some original finish, and some scattered spotting/corrosion. Stock is also very good with scattered dents and scratches, and a defined cartouche. Absent firing pin assembly, otherwise mechanically fine.



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