The U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Cadet Rifle is similar to the Model 1879 Cadet with a 29 1/2 inch barrel. The major differences are the Buffington rear sight that is also used on the rifle and new breech markings. The Model 1884 Cadet was manufactured from 1888 to 1893 with this example manufactured in 1890. The rifle is equipped with a Buffington rear sight which is marked with the letter "R". The breechblock is marked "U.S./MODEL/1884" and the lock plate is marked with the eagle/shield motif along with "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" ahead of the hammer. The left rear side of the barrel is stamped with "V/P/eaglehead/P" proofs. The letter "A" is stamped on the top of the barrel at the breech. The oiled finished stock has a "SWP/1890" cartouche on the left side of the wrist with the number "462" stamped on the comb and on the buttplate tang. The stock has two barrel bands. A sling swivel is attached to the trigger guard and a sling swivel and stacking swivel are attached ot the front barel band. The rifle has a button head cleaning rod.

Very fine. The rifle retains 60% plus original blue finish with the balance a smooth brown patina. The breechblock and tang retain 90% original case colors. The stock is also very fine with some minor handling marks. The cartouche is legible. Mechanically excellent.