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Lot #1252

Lot 1251: Two Springfield Trapdoor Rifles

Collector's Lot of Two Springfield Trapdoor Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 7, 2012

Lot 1251: Two Springfield Trapdoor Rifles

Collector's Lot of Two Springfield Trapdoor Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 7, 2012

Estimated Price: $1,600 - $2,500
Price Realized:
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A) U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Rifle

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1879
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45-70
Barrel: 32 5/8 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1624
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 88
Class: Antique
Description:

Blade front sight and ski-slope rear sight graduated to 1,200 yards and marked with an "R" on the upper left side of the blade and left side of the base. The barrel has the standard "V/P/eagle head/P" inspection marks with an "R" on the top. Low arch breechblock marked "U.S./MODEL/1873" and the lock plate is marked "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" next to an eagle with shield. Smooth straight grip stock with ramrod, 2 barrel bands, "SWP/1883" cartouche, circled script "P" in the grip area and smooth "US" marked buttplate, and sling swivels. With the correct iron cleaning rod with slotted button head.

Rating Definition:

Very good. The metal surfaces have a smooth brown patina with areas of silver gray in the protected areas. There are a few small minor dings on the barrel to the left of the rear sight. The stock is very good with some scattered minor dents and dings. All markings and cartouches are clear. The action is fine.



B) U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Rifle

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1879
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45-70
Barrel: 32 5/8 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1624
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 88
Class: Antique
Description:

Blade front sight and ski-slope rear sight graduated to 1,200 yards and marked with an "R" on the upper left side of the blade and left side of the base. The barrel has the standard "V/P/eagle head/P" inspection marks with an "R" on the top. Low arch breechblock marked "U.S./MODEL/1883" and the lock plate is marked "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" next to an eagle with shield. Smooth straight grip stock with two barrel bands, "SWP/1890" cartouche, "34" stamped twice directly behind the lower tang (3 backwards on one), and smooth "US" marked buttplate, and sling swivels. With the correct iron cleaning rod with slotted button head and leather sling marked "34" on one of the loops.

Rating Definition:

Very good as arsenal refurbished. The metal surfaces have a smooth dark patina with some minor oxidation on the muzzle and breech ends of the barrel, and breechblock. The replacement stock has been refinished and remains good with some minor pressure dents and dings. The markings are clear. The action is fine.



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