Good condition antique US Model 1888 Trapdoor Springfield Rifle in .45-70 caliber. Lock is marked “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD” with the American eagle. Breech block is correctly marked “MODEL 1884”. Barrel has “VP” and eagle head proof marks. Mechanically functions fine. Metal finish is original blue mostly worn to brown patina. Breech block retains some original case colors. Bore is good with strong rifling and some pitting. Stock has original finish and shows some normal handling marks. Left side of wrist has a nice 1893 dated “SWP” inspector cartouche. Underside of wrist has a “script P in circle” cartouche. Left side buttstock has painted unit marking-“5/D/82”. Complete with correct original rod bayonet. Bayonet lock system works fine. A good example of a US Model 1888 Trapdoor Springfield Rifle.
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