{"product_id":"original-u-s-springfield-trapdoor-model-1873-saddle-ring-cavalry-carbine-made-in-1888-with-3-piece-cleaning-rod-and-extractor-serial-414055","title":"Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Saddle Ring Cavalry Carbine Made in 1888 with 3 Piece Cleaning Rod and Extractor - Serial 414055","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\u003eMODEL\u003cbr\u003e1873\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered in very good used condition is this trapdoor rifle in .45-70 government caliber, complete with its original Saddle Ring and Bar on the left hand side of the wood stock. The serial number is \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e414055\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, indicates production in approximately \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAugust 1888\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, per U.S. Government records. We checked the stock, and unfortunately the original stock cartouches are completely worn away. The carbine has an overall very nice metal finish, with all proofs still present, and shows much of the original bluing in areas, now worn towards plum on the barrel. The stock is in very good condition, with a lovely color, however it is now well above the level of the stock, indicating that it was reconditioned at arsenal at some point. This removed a good amount of wood, particularly around the wrist area, which is where the original markings would have been. There are a few dents and scratches, but we do not see any major damage such as cracks or past repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bore is in good condition, showing a partly bright finish with clear lands and grooves. There is wear to the lands, and we can see some past oxidation and fouling in the grooves, which has caused some erosion to the barrel surface. It looks like it saw a good amount of use, and may not have been properly cleaned for a time after use. The breech block has an intact freely moving firing pin and moves correctly, with the extractor and ejector both still present and functional, though we have not tested them with real brass. The saddle ring bar is still present, with the correct saddle ring present. It has the correct butt stock storage compartment for the cleaning rod, which in this case still retains a three piece cleaning rod and ruptured casing extractor! The cleaning rod looks to have been refinished at some point, or was an unissued arsenal spare, and the cartridge extractor is not the correct type for this era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe butt plate is marked \u003cstrong\u003eU.S.\u003c\/strong\u003e and the front band is \u003cstrong\u003eU\u003c\/strong\u003e marked, as is correct, and the metalwork overall shows worn plum patina from years of use and cleaning. Center fire breechloader, .45 cal., single band, saddle-ring on sliding bar, and a working carbine M1879 rear ladder sight. Lock is marked with an eagle and \u003cstrong\u003eU.S. \/ SPRINGFIELD\u003c\/strong\u003e, manufactured at the \u003cem\u003eUnited States Armory and Arsenal at Springfield\u003c\/em\u003e, in Springfield, Massachusetts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional marks of interest include inspectors' and proof marks around the breech end of the barrel, which are still clear: an \u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e over the chamber, as well as 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 M1879 standard sliding sight leaf is marked \u003cstrong\u003eR\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the left side of the ramp is marked \u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e to, which indicates that the sight was probably damaged in the past, and had the incorrect ladder added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an very good opportunity to pick up a lovely service used example of a legendary U.S. issue firearm. Ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: 1888\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: .45-70 Government\u003cbr\u003eCartridge Type: Centerfire Cartridge\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Length: 22 Inches\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 41 Inches\u003cbr\u003eAction type: Hinged Breechblock with side action lock.\u003cbr\u003eFeed System: Single Shot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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":44868349165637,"sku":"ONJR26MABS032","price":2495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/781F3E92-7407-4176-8E07-52C3209EBC58.jpg?v=1776107756","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-springfield-trapdoor-model-1873-saddle-ring-cavalry-carbine-made-in-1888-with-3-piece-cleaning-rod-and-extractor-serial-414055","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}