$615
U. S. Model 1873 Trapdoor Springfield Rifle, c. 1880, .45-70 caliber, serial number 131306, walnut stock with a crisp cartouche on the left side dated "1880," steel fittings, lock marked with an eagle and "U.S./SPRINGFIELD," trapdoor marked "U.S./MODEL/1873," and the barrel marked "V/P" over an eagle, barrel lg. 32 5/8, overall lg. 52 in. Estimate $800-1,200 Stock has a few light dings and nicks, trapdoor retains some of its original color case hardening, the lock functions properly, and the bore is sharp and bright. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2019-11-04
