Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1883 - Serial No 217344 Military Books & Documents This action was strong

This action was strong

Then imagine returning years later to find the remains still lying where they fell

The carry grip unfortunatley have suffered damage towards the front portion

The blade exhibits little wear overall just scuffing from extraction and return to the scabbard

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1883 - Serial No 217344 Military Books & Documents This action was strongOriginal 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 very nice condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, Serial # 217344 with a faint SWP 1882 cartouche, overall worn metal finish with all