Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873/84 Rifle with Buffington Sight made in 1879 - Serial No 114150 U.S. Uniforms The Khedive was so impressed

The Khedive was so impressed that he not only ordered the rifle for his army

with little wear

It is VERY sharp on the lower edge at present

as stamped on left ricasso: IMPERIAL / PROV

breast pocket and stenciled black USMC EGA insignia

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873/84 Rifle with Buffington Sight made in 1879 - Serial No 114150 U.S. Uniforms The Khedive was so impressedOriginal 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 1884 Offered in very nice condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, Serial # 114150 with overall good metal finish and most metal proofs still present.