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Original U.S. Early Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle Made in 1874 with Early Long Wrist, Stepped Rear Sight, and Cleaning Rod - Serial 32005 Discount They were advertised as aOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a VERY early example of the classic Springfield trapdoor rifle, with several features that were changed in the subsequent years. The most noticeable of these appearance wise are the early 1st pattern "stepped" M1873 rear sight and "long wrist" on the stock. This is 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