$1,599
U. S. Model 1873 Trapdoor Carbine, c. 1874, .45-55 caliber, serial number 8119, walnut stock (looks to be a replacement) with steel fittings, marked on the trapdoor "MODEL/1873" over an eagle, crossed arrows, and "US," barrel lg. 22, overall lg. 41 1/4 in. Provenance: The collection of Ron Tunison. Estimate $800-1,200 Stock has a few dings and nicks, there is no cleaning rod cutout on the stock but it has no cartouche marks and is probably a replacement, steel is a plum color, the action functions properly, and the bore is bright. Overall in very good condition. 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
