{"product_id":"original-u-s-springfield-trapdoor-model-1873-rifle-made-in-1883-with-standard-ramrod-serial-no-204146","title":"Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1883 with Standard Ramrod - Serial No. 204146","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a lovely lightly used honest 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:\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, Serial #\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e204146\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e with a nice \"boxed\" \u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eSWP 1882\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e cartouche on the left side of the stock. It shows an overall good metal finish with all proofs still present, and no sign of refinishing or refurbishing. This rifle is \"ALL ORIGINAL\" with no signs of being messed with, just a tiny bit of dried oil, wax, and grease on a lot of the surface. The serial number indicates production in approximately April 1883, per U.S. Government records, with stock inspection in 1882. Due to the calendar and fiscal years being different for half the year, this type of mismatch is common.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stock is in very good original condition, with lots of character and a great red-brown color showing lovely grain. It does show denting, scratches, and some small gouges, as expected on a rifle that saw real service. There is a chunk of wood missing right next to the barrel tang on the right side. However we would still consider this very good condition, with no repairs, and the stock is still FULLY proud over the lock plate something we very rarely see!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bore is in very good condition, with a mostly bright finish and clear lands and grooves. There are a few traces of oxidation and wear overall, but nothing major, and we would rate this a 9 out of 10. The ejector is present, and functions correctly, though we have not tested it with real brass. The model 1879 rear sight works well, and has all the internal springs present as far as we can see, though it is a bit stiff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe butt plate is marked \u003cstrong\u003eU.S.\u003c\/strong\u003e and both barrel bands are \u003cstrong\u003eU\u003c\/strong\u003e marked. The metal finish is just lovely, still showing much of the original blued finish with only light peppering. There looks to be dried grease on some areas, which we have left intact to preserve the patina. The receiver and breech block actually still show lots of the original case hardened finish on the interior, a real rarity, with the exterior having worn to a lovely mottled patina. Center fire breechloader, .45 cal., two bands, two sling swivels with stacking swivel, standard model 1879 sliding sight, and standard ramrod. Lock is marked with a\u003cstrong\u003e Federal Eagle\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eU.S. \/ SPRINGFIELD\u003c\/strong\u003e, indicating that it was manufactured at the \u003cem\u003eUnited States Armory and Arsenal at Springfield\u003c\/em\u003e, in Springfield, Massachusetts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elegant script SWP belongs to Samuel W. Porter, who was the Master Armorer and Chief Inspector of Springfield Armory from 15 September 1879 to 18 June 1894. The 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\u003eon top; 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. The upper right corner of the standard M1879 sliding sight leaf and the left side of the ramp are marked \u003cstrong\u003eR\u003c\/strong\u003e to indicate that the sight graduations are for a rifle and not a carbine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an great opportunity to pick up a very nice example of a classic U.S. issue firearm, in very nice honest lightly used condition. Ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: 1883\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: .45-70 Government\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCartridge Type: Centerfire Cartridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrel Length: 32 Inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 52 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":40584050245701,"sku":"ONSV22TGF51","price":1395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONSV22TGF51__01.jpg?v=1685754402","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-springfield-trapdoor-model-1873-rifle-made-in-1883-with-standard-ramrod-serial-no-204146","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}