Lot 1323: U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Rifle

Manufactured c. 1882, these rifles were one of the iconic weapons of the American West and were used in many of the most legendary conflicts that took place there. It has standard markings and features, "SWP/1887" cartouche, and the "GDM", George D. Moller Collection marking on the toe of the stock. Includes a M1873 bayonet, scabbard with "US" frog, leather sling, and wood tampion. Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Exceptionally fine, retains 80% plus of the original blue finish and 85% plus of the original case colors with the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth grey patina, primarily on the buttplate and near the muzzle. The lightly sanded and reoiled wood is fine with a small patch of filler on the left near the lock screw, some scattered minor dings and scratches, and crisp restamped cartouche. Mechanically excellent.