Guns International #: 102220165
Seller's Inventory #: 20
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Guns International #: 102220165
Category - Military Rifles - US
- Antique Rifles - Cartridge
Seller's Information
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Seller: Jim Jr.
Company: Private Seller Member Since: 1/14/23
State:
Michigan
Country: United States
Phone: (906) 226-2146
Seller Type:Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Methods: Certified bank check or postal money order
Springfield Model of 1866 Trapdoor 2nd Allin Conversion
Description: After the Civil War, the US military decided to adopt a breech loading, cartridge fed rifle. With a small budget and an abundance of muzzle loading rifles, the decision was made to modify existing muzzle loaders using a design by Springfield Master Armoer, Erskine S. Allin. The Springfield Armory began making Allin conversions in 1865. The process involved cutting away the top section of the rear of the muzzle loader's barrel and installing a hinged breech block to allow loading self contained cartridges in .58 caliber. These rifles were designated the Model of 1865. The large caliber and issues with the 1st Allin design led to improvements and resulted in the 2nd Allin conversion. In addition to a simplified breech block, the .58 caliber barrels were relined by brazing a steel liner into the barrel to fire the 50-70 Government cartridge. The 2nd Allin rifles were designated the Model of 1866. The hinged breech block looked like a trapdoor, hence the nick name given to the rifle. The Model of 1866 was the primary US military rifle during the Indian Wars of the 1860’s and 1870’s. The rifle’s rapid rate of fire compared to a muzzle loader played a major role in turning back larger Indian forces during the Haywagon Fight and the Wagon Box Fight, both in August of 1867. Approximately 25,000 Model of 1866 rifles were produced for the US military. The Model of 1866 Trapdoor featured here was converted from a Civil War Springfield 1864 rifle musket. It appears to be all original and in working order. It would make a nice addition to someone's collection at a reasonable price.
This firearm is sold as a collector's piece only. While it appears to be in working order, the seller has not fired it and assumes no liability for accidents or injuries resulting from its use. It is the buyer's responsibility to have this firearm checked by a qualified gunsmith prior to firing it. SOLD Curio/Relic: Yes Antique: Yes Rifle Caliber: .50-70 Government |
Guns International #: 102220165
Seller's Inventory #: 20
Guns International #: 102220165
Seller's Inventory #: 20