September 19th, 2026; Antique and Modern Firearms
Lot 374:
Description
GSID: 374.Pre-98
Make: U.S. Springfield
Model: 1873 Trapdoor
Serial #: 244228
Caliber: .45-70
Barrel Length: 32.5"
U.S. Springfield Model 1873 Trapdoor single shot rifle in .45-70 caliber w/ a 32.5" barrel displays a pleasing matte blued finish & brown patina to the gun’s parts plus gray patina to the sideplate. The hardwood full stock is overall good w/ scattered old mars & scratches from handling, carry & storage. There are remnants of a circle "P" proof behind the trigger guard tang & an inspector’s cartouche on the left side of the wrist area above the trigger group. There is also an "F 5" stamped behind the upper tang and what appears to be a "B 4" stamped on the rear top of the butt stock area. Markings are sharp, action crisp & the bore is good w/ visible rifling. (Pre-98; No FFL Required).
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