SPRINGFIELD 1868 TRAPDOOR RIFLE.
Cal. 50-70. S# 17444. Barrel 32 1/2" with standard sights. 1869 dated high arch breechblock. 1863 dated lock. Walnut stock with slotted tip ramrod. CONDITION: barrel has scattered spots of brown patina with greater concentration near breechblock. Lock has large portions of original blue with exposed portions fading to gray. Original wood finish shows scattered noticeable dings and large gouge behind lock. Strong rifling with fouling and pitting throughout. (01-29945/MD). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.
Cal. 50-70. S# 17444. Barrel 32 1/2" with standard sights. 1869 dated high arch breechblock. 1863 dated lock. Walnut stock with slotted tip ramrod. CONDITION: barrel has scattered spots of brown patina with greater concentration near breechblock. Lock has large portions of original blue with exposed portions fading to gray. Original wood finish shows scattered noticeable dings and large gouge behind lock. Strong rifling with fouling and pitting throughout. (01-29945/MD). ANTIQUE. $700-1,000.
