Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine serial 131918 - made in 1880 Caps & Hats 1925 he was sent to

1925 he was sent to the Sea School Detachment in Norfolk

however it also has really brought out the lovely "tiger stripe flame" figured grain pattern that runs the entire length of the lower stock

which is still tight on the blade

5”Shoulder to sleeve: 22”Shoulder to shoulder: 14”Chest width: 16”Waist width: 17

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Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Saddle Ring Carbine serial 131918 - made in 1880 Caps & Hats 1925 he was sent toOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a very nice 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 1873 Offered in very good condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, complete with its original Saddle Ring and Bar on the left hand side of the wood stock. The