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US Springfield Model 1873, CAL: 45-70. MFG: 1877. SN:82470 32 1...
Item # 4296
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Winning Bid US $420 First bid $400
Quantity 1 # of bids 2
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Started 2021-08-08 00:00:00
Ended 2024-05-31 17:01:00
   

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Description

US Springfield Model 1873, CAL: 45-70. MFG: 1877. SN:82470 32 1/2'' barrel, U.S. made trapdoor breech loading action. Straight grip stock appears to have been lightly sanded/refinished & retains some use/age/handling/storage scratches/dings. Visible cartouche above trigger on left side w/ 1877 date. Military style metal butt plate with dark brown patina from rust & has US stamping at top. Barrel still is rust plum/grey from age/ use & has a few dings scratches scattered throughout. Receiver appears to have a bit more wear w/ some light remaining case hardening on breechblock top. Breechlock marked with ''U.S. MODEL 1873'' & serial number on the breech block. ''V.P'' over eagle head stamped on barrel just forward of receiver. The lock plate is stamped with eagle & ''U.S. SPRINGFIELD''. The rear sight is original 1873 trapdoor rear sight with graduations marked on left side from 1 to 5 then the flip up ladder marked 6 to 12 windage & elevation adjustable in good functioning condition. Front sight is small blade on block. Bore is bright with visible strong rifling some rust in chamber area. Steel trigger guard, barrel band, sling swivel & hammer show some light rust & some staining. Trigger is serrated finished. Double swivels on front barrel band & single swivel on front of trigger guard. Original cleaning rod/ramrod present. Mechanical function is tight Comes with leather sling in good condition. Antique, No FFL Req. - Value: 800 to 1600


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US Springfield Model 1873, CAL: 45-70. MFG: 1877. SN:82470 32 1...
Item # 4296
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Price: US $420
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