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Lot 3153:Custer Era U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1873 Trapdoor Carbine

December 10th, 2023|Bedford, TX
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Lot 3153:Custer Era U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1873 Trapdoor Carbine

December 10th, 2023|Bedford, TX
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Custer Era U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1873 Trapdoor Saddle Ring Carbine

This is a solid representative example of a U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1873 Trapdoor Carbine manufactured prior to the Battle of Little Bighorn in June 1876, and within the serial number range of 33,000 to 43,700 which the 7th Cavalry's carbines are believed to be from. Many trapdoor carbines were used extensively by the U.S. Cavalry throughout the Indian Wars, and also fell into the hands of the Lakota, Cheyenne, and other Native American tribes. All of the 7th Cavalry carbines are presumed to have been picked up by the Indians as none were found on the battlefield. Features a fixed blade front sight, notch and folding ladder rear sight graduated 1-5 on the base and 6-12 on the ladder, "MODEL/1873/eagle head/crossed arrows/US" marked breechblock, and "U.S./SPRINGFIELD/1873" marked lock plate. Fitted with a smooth stock numbered "34" on the forend and faint circle "P," with saddle ring, bar, and smooth trap-less buttplate marked "FF" with punch marks.

ConditionGood, exhibiting mostly a smooth brown patina overall with traces of original case colors remaining, some light pitting, and sharp markings in the metal. The sanded and re-oiled stock is also good with numerous scattered dings and several dents filled in. Mechanically fine.
Details
ManufacturerSpringfield Armory U.S.
Model1873
TypeCarbine
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge45-70 Government
Barrel22 inch round
Finishblue/casehardened
Stockwalnut

Item LocationBedford, TX
Views1519
Catalog page97
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