(A) SPRINGFIELD 1873 TRAPDOOR RIFLE.

Springfield made trapdoor rifle cut down from a rifle with 1873 dated breechblock with undated lock with correct markings. Aftermarket carbine wood with inlets for special sights. Non-original buttplate. "R" marked rear sight. Blued finish on all metal parts. CONDITION: Reapplied finish on all metal parts fading to a dull blue. Unfinished wood with light handling marks. Good mechanics with shootable bore. Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .45-70 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Springfield Model: 1873 Serial Number: 233745