Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1884 Saddle Ring Carbine with Rear Sight Band Guard - made in 1889 Antique Flintlock Firearms The Reichs-Kokarde was to be

The Reichs-Kokarde was to be worn on the right side of the helmet

and house the Celluloid eye pieces

The receiver is dated 1877 as well as 1881

Only 12 out of 556 enlisted men of the 2nd Battalion failed to complete the march

Belgium was looking to bolster its domestic arms industry

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1884 Saddle Ring Carbine with Rear Sight Band Guard - made in 1889 Antique Flintlock Firearms The Reichs-Kokarde was to beOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a great 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. The breech block is marked: U. S. MODEL 1884 Offered in very good condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, fitted with the correct Buffington rear sight. It also includes the correct Saddle Carbine band