Approximately 20,000 Model 1877 rifles were manufactured from 1877-1878 with attributes of both the Model 1873 and the Model 1879, and are considered much rarer than the other standard models. Circled script "ESA/1877" (Erskine S. Allin) cartouche on the left of the wrist. Stock wrist thickened from the previous model and a longer 10 1/2 inch comb. Standard blade front sight and rare Freeman R. Bull modified windage adjustable "R" marked 1,100 yard curved base folding ladder rear sight as usually found on long range rifles. Standard three-groove rifling with "V/P/eagle head" proofs at the breech. "U.S./MODEL/1873" marked high-arch breech block. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes wood tampion and period leather sling. Provenance: The George Moller Collection; Property of a Gentleman

Exceptionally fine, retains 85% plus attractive original blue finish on the barrel with light muzzle wear, some light flaking on the end cap, light corrosion on the cleaning rod, and sharp markings. Receiver and breech block retains 80% dark oil quenched colors. Stock is excellent with raised grain and rich oil finish, some light scattered dings and handling marks, and a crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent.