{"product_id":"original-u-s-springfield-trapdoor-model-1884-saddle-ring-carbine-serial-412440-made-in-1888","title":"Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1884 Saddle Ring Carbine Serial 412440 - made in 1888","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a very good 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\u003e1884\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered in very good condition is this trapdoor carbine in .45-70 government caliber, fitted with the correct Buffington rear sight. It also comes with its original Saddle Ring and Bar on the left hand side of the wood stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carbine bears Serial # \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e412440\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e on the rear of the receiver, which indicates production in approximately July-August 1888, per U.S. Government records. This is definitely a carbine that saw some level of service, based on the overall condition, which unfortunately has removed the cartouches stamped into the stock. The stock is in very good original condition, with the expected wear from age and service. It is still mostly \"proud\" over the lock plate, indicating that it has not been arsenal reconditioned or worn down excessively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bore is in very good condition, showing a partly bright finish with clear lands and grooves, though it does show past oxidation and fouling, now removed. There is a bit of a peppered look overall, with some dark areas in the grooves, so it may not have been properly cleaned at some point. The breech block moves correctly, and the extractor is still present and functional, though we have not tested it 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 is unfortunately empty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe butt plate is marked \u003cstrong\u003eU.S.\u003c\/strong\u003e and the front band\/guard is \u003cstrong\u003eU\u003c\/strong\u003e marked. Metal finish is quite good, with the original blue faded to a lovely gray oxidized patina over most areas. There is some staining in areas, as well as some peppering and light pitting. 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\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 mostly clear: a capital \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 Buffington sight leaf is marked \u003cstrong\u003eC\u003c\/strong\u003e to indicate that the sight graduations are for a carbine and not a rifle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an excellent opportunity to pick up a very nice 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\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCartridge Type: Centerfire Cartridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrel Length: 22 Inches\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 41 Inches\u003cbr\u003eAction type: Hinged Breechblock with side action lock.\u003cbr\u003eFeed System: Single Shot\u003c\/span\u003e\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":41060001087557,"sku":"ONSV24FMS067","price":2195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONSV24FMS067__01.jpg?v=1708719584","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-springfield-trapdoor-model-1884-saddle-ring-carbine-serial-412440-made-in-1888","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}