{"product_id":"original-u-s-springfield-trapdoor-model-1884-rifle-made-in-1888-with-standard-ram-rod-bayonet-scabbard-serial-423318","title":"Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1884 Rifle made in 1888 with Standard Ram Rod, Bayonet \u0026 Scabbard - Serial 423318","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a lovely honest used example of the classic Springfield trapdoor rifle, complete with an original bayonet in a scabbard with belt frog. This was 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\u003eMODEL\u003cbr\u003e1884\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1884 the integral Round Rod Bayonet was designed, which could double as a cleaning rod, a development that met with very limited success. However, it was not fitted to all rifles, and not usually seen until at least 1886. It was finally replaced in 1892 with the .30-40 caliber Krag bolt action magazine rifle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel 1884 rifles saw service in the Spanish American War. The regular army was issued the new Krag rifles and the guard units received the trapdoor. There are a number of stereopticon pictures that show guard units armed with of 1884 rifles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered in very good condition is this trapdoor rifle in .45-70 government caliber, Serial \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e# 423318\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, which indicates production in approximately November 1888, per U.S. Government records. The left side of the stock bears a clear \"boxed\" government inspector \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSWP \/ 1888\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e cartouche, for inspection during the same year. It features a standard ramrod, and was not later made in the the \"1888\" pattern, even though it was produced around the time it was introduced. It also has an 1873 configuration stock, with the standard ramrod and two part trigger guard, though it does have the improved serrated trigger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rifle has overall good metal finish and all metal proofs still present, still showing lots of the original blued finish on the barrel, which is also present on lock plate and hammer. The breech block and barrel tang however still retain a good amount of the original \"case hardened\" finish, while the receiver is blued. The wood stock is in lovely condition, showing a great red-brown walnut color, and looks to possibly have been finished in the past. There are the usual small dents and dings from service, but no major structural cracks or other catastrophic damage. The stock is still \u003cstrong\u003efully proud\u003c\/strong\u003e over the level of the lock plate, indicating that it has not been reconditioned or wore down excessively. Really a lovely honest used stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bore is in very good condition, showing clear lands and grooves with a mostly bright finish. There is some wear to the lands, as well as a bit of past fouling in the grooves, now cleaned away. This was a rifle that did see some level of service, but was well cared for by cleaning the bore after use. The breech block moves correctly, locking closed and with an intact firing pin, and the extractor is still present and functional, though we have not tested it with real brass. The Buffington sight is fully functional, however it is definitely stiff due to dried grease, especially the windage adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe both barrel bands are \u003cstrong\u003eU\u003c\/strong\u003e marked, and the butt plate tang is marked with the correct \u003cstrong\u003eU.S.\u003c\/strong\u003e stamp. Metal finish is very good, with lots of the original bluing on the barrel, while the receiver and lock plate show an aged patina. Center fire breechloader, .45 cal., two bands, two sling swivels with stacking swivel, \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBuffington sight\u003c\/b\u003e, and standard ramrod. Lock is marked with a Federal Eagle to the left of \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.\u003cbr\u003e\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. \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eA stylized \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\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 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e on top and a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e over a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e over an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eeagle's head\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e over another \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e on the left side just above the stock. The upper right corner of the Buffington sight leaf is marked \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eR\u003c\/strong\u003e to indicate that the sight graduations are for a rifle and not a carbine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included bayonet is the classic 1873 style triangular socket bayonet marked \u003cstrong\u003eU.S.\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is in excellent condition, with almost all of the original finish retained. It comes in its original steel scabbard in very good condition, which has a later pattern leather frog and swivel belt loop. There is no rosette on the hinge, which still works great, and there is maker marked \u003cstrong\u003eWATERVLIET ARSENAL\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a \u003cstrong\u003eW.H.C.\u003c\/strong\u003e inspection marking. Overall the leather is in very good shape, showing the expected finish cracking due to age. The metal portion of the scabbard shows the original blued finish well, faded to plum in some areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis is a great opportunity to pick up a very good example of a classic U.S. issue firearm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e, complete with its original bayonet and scabbard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e. Ready to display!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications (Rifle):-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: 1888\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\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications (Bayonet):-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 18\"\u003cbr\u003eBlade Style: Triangular\u003cbr\u003eOverall length: 21“\u003cbr\u003eScabbard Length: 18 3\/8\"\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":41303677796421,"sku":"ONSV24FMS062","price":1395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONSV24FMS062__01.jpg?v=1712614857","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-springfield-trapdoor-model-1884-rifle-made-in-1888-with-standard-ram-rod-bayonet-scabbard-serial-423318","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}