Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor M1873/84 Rifle with 1st Model Cleaning Rod & Sling made in 1883 - Serial 208699 MG 42 Accessories was chosen

was chosen

Purchased from the family of a WW2 veteran

similar to oilcloth but thicker

we are not able to read the markings clearly

prevents the second stripper clip from falling out when the first one is removed

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor M1873/84 Rifle with 1st Model Cleaning Rod & Sling made in 1883 - Serial 208699 MG 42 Accessories was chosenOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a very interesting 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 good condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber. The receiver is marked with Serial # 208699, which indicates production in