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Guns International #: 102392556
Seller's Inventory #: 230295
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Guns International #: 102392556
Category - Springfield Rifles - Trapdoor
- Antique Rifles - Cartridge
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16
State:
Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone:
(314) 707-7373
Int'l Phone:
314-707-7373
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Seller Type: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
Payment Methods: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
INDIAN WARS Antique SPRINGFIELD Model 1868 Breech Loading TRAPDOOR Rifle
1863 Dated Lock & 1870 Dated Breech with BAYONET
Description: INDIAN WARS Antique SPRINGFIELD Model 1868 Breech Loading TRAPDOOR Rifle 1863 Dated Lock & 1870 Dated Breech with BAYONET Here we present a Springfield U.S. Model 1868 Trapdoor Rifle with Bayonet, made circa 1870 in Springfield, Massachusetts for the U.S. Military. Over 51,000 Model 1868 rifles were produced at the Springfield Armory between 1868 and 1872. These arms feature the distinctive “Trap Door” breech loading system designed by Master Armorer Erskine S. Allin, who was the key to many military issued and experimental arms between 1865 and 1894. Some Model 1868 rifles, including this one, were produced with lockplates bearing the dates of 1863 or 1864, while barrels are dated 1869 or 1870. The Trapdoor Rifle was the primary weapon in the U.S. military from the end of the Civil War to the end of the 19th Century, encompassing the Indian Wars and even the Spanish-American War in Cuba. It was still being used when the Springfield 1903 was adopted. These rifles were initially made by converting muzzle loading Civil War muskets to single load cartridges from the breech by installing a “trapdoor”. Later iterations were purpose built from the ground up and chambered for .45-70 GOVT, but these early conversion examples were chambered for the even more massive .50-70 GOVT. This example has an “1870” dated breechblock and an “1863” dated lock. It includes a socket bayonet. The overall condition is good. Strong action. The bore has retained some shimmer with nice rifling. Solid stock, contains only average wear with cartouche remnants on the left side. Legible markings. “1863” lock. The bayonet is in good shape. Cleaning rod is absent. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 32-1/2 inches. Caliber: .50-70 GOVT Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $1200 #230295 SOLD Antique: Yes |
Guns International #: 102392556
Seller's Inventory #: 230295
Guns International #: 102392556
Seller's Inventory #: 230295
Guns International #: 102392556
Seller's Inventory #: 230295
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