{"product_id":"original-u-s-springfield-trapdoor-m1873-90-saddle-ring-carbine-with-rear-sight-guard-serial-142112-made-in-1880","title":"Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor M1873-90 Saddle Ring Carbine with Rear Sight Guard Serial 142112 - made in 1880","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal 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:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eU.S.\u003cbr\u003e MODEL\u003cbr\u003e 1873\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered in very good condition is this trapdoor rifle in .45-70 government caliber, fitted with a Buffington rear sight and original Saddle Ring and Bar on the left hand side of the wood stock. It also includes the correct Saddle Carbine band guard, which cradles the rear sight ladder and prevents it from getting caught in the saddle bucket. Most of the carbines we see do not have these, and they are somewhat hard to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbines so equipped are considered by many to be \"Model 1890\" carbines, and many 1873, 1877, and 1884 carbines were altered in a similar fashion. How much modification they received would depend on the current configuration of the carbine when received back at arsenal. Earlier carbines would have the entire stock replaced, while model 1884s would mainly have the rear band replaced with the sight protector, and a front sight protector equipped as well. Details of the aforementioned modifications were referenced from the Joe Poyer and Craig Riesch publication, \u003cem\u003eThe .45-70 Springfield\u003c\/em\u003e, fifth edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe serial # \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e142112\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e on the rear of the receiver indicates production in approximately November-December 1880, per U.S. Government records. The stock is in good original condition, with the expected wear from age and service. This carbine definitely started life in the \"Model 1877\" configuration, and still has the original two part trigger guard, as well as an early style dated lock plate. This differs from the original Model 1873 by the addition of the cleaning rod compartment in the butt stock. The Buffington Sight fitted also appears to be the rifle version, with \u003cstrong\u003eR\u003c\/strong\u003e marked on the sight leaf, which looks to have been on the carbine for some time now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stock is in good original condition, with the expected wear from age and service. It is at or below the level of the lock plate, so this carbine has definitely been worn down a bit due to cleaning and arsenal service. However it has a lovely look, and shows no major damage or other issues, just the usual light denting from service and use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bore is in very good condition, showing clear lands and grooves, and a mostly bright finish. There is a bit of wear and oxidation in the grooves, so this is definitely a carbine that saw some level service. The spent cartridge ejector is present and functional, though we have not tested it on actual brass. \u003c\/span\u003eThis carbine is correctly fitted with the butt stock storage compartment, where a multi-piece cleaning rod and tools would be stored. Unfortunately these are long gone, and it is empty. The carbine has also lost the front sight protector that model 1890s were equipped with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe butt plate is marked \u003cstrong\u003eU.S.\u003c\/strong\u003e and the front band\/guard is unmarked, as is correct. Metal finish has faded to a polished peppered patina, with some areas of the original blue maintained. There is not any major oxidation or rust that we can see. Center fire breechloader, .45 cal., single band, saddle-ring on sliding bar, and carbine \u003cb\u003eBuffington sight\u003c\/b\u003e. Lock is marked with an eagle and \u003cstrong\u003eU.S. \/ SPRINGFIELD \/ 1873\u003c\/strong\u003e, manufactured by Springfield Armory, Springfield Massachusetts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe very faint stylized \u003cstrong\u003eP\u003c\/strong\u003e in a circle under the wrist of the stock indicates that the rifle passed all of its overpressure proof testing. Additional marks of interest include inspectors' and proof marks around the breech end of the barrel: a capital \u003cstrong\u003eR\u003c\/strong\u003e on top; and a \u003cstrong\u003eV\u003c\/strong\u003e over a \u003cstrong\u003eP\u003c\/strong\u003e over an \u003cstrong\u003eeagle's head\u003c\/strong\u003e over another \u003cstrong\u003eP\u003c\/strong\u003e on the left side just above the stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an excellent opportunity to pick up a very nice example of a legendary U.S. issue firearm. Ready to display!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: 1880 - updated later.\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: .45-70 Government\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCartridge Type: Centerfire Cartridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrel Length: 22 Inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 41 Inches\u003cbr\u003eAction type: Hinged Breechblock with side action lock.\u003cbr\u003eFeed System: Single Shot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: This gun is NOT considered obsolete calibre, so we are not able to ship to the United Kingdom. Please note that for international shipping, these MUST be shipped using UPS WW Services. International customers should always consult their country's antique gun laws prior to ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40451523805253,"sku":"ONSV22TGF49","price":2395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ONSV22TGF49__02.jpg?v=1670636210","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-springfield-trapdoor-m1873-90-saddle-ring-carbine-with-rear-sight-guard-serial-142112-made-in-1880","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}