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Lot 175:Two U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Rifles with Bayonets

May 5th, 2017|Rock Island, IL

Lot 175:Two U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Rifles with Bayonets

May 5th, 2017|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,400 - $2,250

A) Springfield Model 1868 Rifle

Standard markings and features. Dated "1864" on the lock and "1869" on the breech. Includes a socket bayonet.

ConditionVery good with a subtle smokey brown original case colors on the lock, deeper colors on the hammer, 40% of the original oil quenched case colors on the breech, and a mix of bright surfaces, light spotting, minor pitting, and oil staining on the remaining components including the bayonet. The lightly sanded and refinished stock is fair and has some small dents and scratches and a few absent slivers and small chips. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerSpringfield Armory U.S.

Model1868

TypeRifle

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge50-70 U.S. Govt

Barrel32 1/2 inch round

Finishbright/casehardened

Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page73

B) Springfield Model 1868 Rifle

Standard markings and features. Dated "1863" on the lock and "1870" on the breech. Includes a socket bayonet.

ConditionVery good with faint shadows case coloring on the exterior, crisp gray and brown patina throughout, and light pitting/spotting. The bayonet is brighter with and has some dark patches. The refinished stock is also very good and has two faint cartouches, on crisper, and some minor dents and scratches. Mechanically excellent.