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U.S. Springfield Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle with Ramrod Bayonet

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:550.00 USD Estimated At:1,300.00 - 1,900.00 USD
U.S. Springfield Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle with Ramrod Bayonet

Estimate: $1300 - 1900
Blade front and Buffington rear sights, with the "V/P/Eaglehead/P" inspection marks on the left rear side of the barrel and "A" on top. Low arch breechblock, marked "U.S./MODEL/1884", three click tumbler and lock plate marked "U.S./ SPRINGFIELD" and Eagle motif. Smooth straight grip stock, with sling swivels, "U.S." marked buttplate and small "R.D.R." stamped directly behind the lower tang.
BBL: 32 5/8 inch round
Stock: walnut
Gauge: 45-70
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grips:
Serial Number: 529367
Condition: Very fine. The breechblock retains 90% case colors. The barrel retains 85% plus original blue finish with some areas of spotting, some scratches and a plum patina on the balance. The lock and hammer retain most of the original blue finish and the trigger guard has a smooth mottled brown patina. The stock is very fine with a crisp "RDR" marking on belly, some scattered minor dents and handling marks. The markings are clear. The action is excellent.
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