Original Early U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine serial 40581 - made in 1875 DVD This example measures 7 1/2"

This example measures 7 1/2" in overall length

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the right hand being reserved for the Officer's Sword

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Original Early U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine serial 40581 - made in 1875 DVD This example measures 7 1/2"Original Item: Only One available. This is a very nice and VERY early example of the classic Springfield trapdoor Saddle Ring Carbine, the weapon used by the troopers of the 7th Cavalry that met their fate at the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876. As this was originally made in 1875, there is always a small chance that it may have been there! The breech block is marked: MODEL 1873 (EAGLE) (CROSSED ARROWS) U. S. In the years following, the stamping on