Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle - Serial No 225695 - Manufactured in 1883 Antique Flintlock Firearms McClure (15 June 1918)

McClure (15 June 1918)

The bayonet was designed as a close combat sidearm that could be placed on the tip of a K98

All NCO swords were numbered

Slight rust and scratches should be expected

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle - Serial No 225695 - Manufactured in 1883 Antique Flintlock Firearms McClure (15 June 1918)Original Item: Only One available. This is a very nice 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 nice condition is this trapdoor rifle in 45 70 government caliber. Serial No. 225695 overall very good metal finish with barrel proofs still present. The