Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1882 with Standard Ramrod - Serial No. 183466 Antique Colts but this has pulled out

but this has pulled out

Earlier models came with a shoulder strap but this model did not

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which is in nice condition and appears fully functional

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1882 with Standard Ramrod - Serial No. 183466 Antique Colts but this has pulled outOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a lovely used honest example of the classic Springfield trapdoor rifle, the weapon used, in its carbine form, by the troopers of the 7th Cavalry that met their fate at the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876. The breech block is marked: U. S. MODEL 1873 Offered in very good condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, Serial #183466, showing an overall good metal finish with all proofs still