This is an example of a U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Carbine with star-suffix serial number. It has been concluded that the star-suffixed carbines were refurbished and re-issued carbines with replacement receivers that were refurbished by Springfield Armory. The lock plate has the eagle/shield motif with "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" and the breechblock is marked "U.S./MODEL/1873." Hammer with three notch tumbler, "C" marked rear sight graduated to 1,500 yards with base graduated "1-8", front sight with hooded and "V/P/Eagle Head/P" proof and inspection marks on left side of barrel. Stock with saddle bar with ring, "US" marked buttplate tang, "SWP/1881" cartouche and a script "P" behind the trigger guard.

Fine. The carbine retains 30% original blue finish with a smooth mottled brown-gray patina on the balance. The breechblock and tang retain 75% original case colors. The stock is very fine with some minor handling marks. Mechanically excellent.