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

December 3rd, 2017|Rock Island, IL

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

December 3rd, 2017|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,500 - $2,250

A) U.S. Springfield Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle with Ramrod Bayonet

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

ConditionFine 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.

Details

ManufacturerSpringfield Armory U.S.

Model1888-Rifle

TypeRifle

Serial number

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge45-70 Government

Barrel32 5/8 inch round

Finishblue/casehardened

Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page91

B) U.S. Springfield Model 1868 Trapdoor Rifle

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

ConditionVery 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.

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