Very good condition original antique US Model 1884 Trapdoor Springfield Cavalry Carbine in .45-70 caliber. Lock is marked “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD” with the American eagle. Breech block is marked “MODEL 1884”. 22” barrel has original sights and “VP” and eagle head proof marks. Metal finish is original blue showing some normal wear. Breech block retains some strong original case colors. Bore is good, bright with strong rifling and a little pitting. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Original saddle ring and bar are present. Left side of wrist has a sharp clear “SWP 1889” inspector cartouche. Underside of wrist has a “script P in circle” cartouche. Complete with correct original front sight hood, as well as three-piece cleaning rod set that store in the butt trap. A nice original Trapdoor Springfield Carbine. 

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