Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1879 marked Property of Kansas - Serial No 104531 Discount The Bridge over the River

The Bridge over the River Kwai

had participated in the first American flag-raising earlier that day

uniquely among trapdoor rifles

so each collector will not only have a beautiful illustration to enjoy

The Germans were impressed by the landing of tanks

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1879 marked Property of Kansas - Serial No 104531 Discount The Bridge over the RiverOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a very nice 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 excellent condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, Serial # 104531, with overall good metal finish with most proofs still present. The