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Lot #3193

Lot 3192: Collector's Lot of Two U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 3, 2017

Lot 3192: Collector's Lot of Two U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Rifles

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: December 3, 2017

Estimated Price: $1,500 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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A) U.S. Springfield Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle with Ramrod Bayonet

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1888-Rifle
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45-70 Government
Barrel: 32 5/8 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1399
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 91
Class: Antique
Description:

"SWP/1891" cartouche, standard markings and features, front sight cover, and a leather sling.

Rating Definition:

Fine overall with 40% original blue finish, traces of case colors, some light oxidation, general mild marks and scratches, and a few minor surface chips in the otherwise fine stock. The sling is good with minor storage wear. Mechanically excellent.



B) U.S. Springfield Model 1868 Trapdoor Rifle

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1868
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 50-70 U.S. Govt
Barrel: 32 1/2 inch round
Finish: bright/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1399
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 91
Class: Antique
Description:

"1863" dated lock, "1869" dated breech, "ESA" cartouche, and standard Springfield markings and features.

Rating Definition:

Very good with subtle original case colors, minor gray and brown patina, some light spotting, crisp cartouche and other markings, and mild scratches and dings in the revarnished wood. Mechanically excellent.



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