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THBU.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle with Experimental Rod Bayonet
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6270 Este Ave.
Cincinnati , OH 45232
United States
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About Auction
LiveSep 12, 2018
This single-owner sale features unique and diverse examples spanning every stage of firearms development from early matchlocks to the closing days of World War II. Cowan's Auctions dawnie@cowans.com
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- Lot Description
.45-70 caliber, 32.625" barrel, S/N 318265. Blued and case hardened finish, walnut stock. Breech block marked U.S. / MODEL / 1873. Weak script SWP / 1886 cartouche on reverse wrist, weak {circle}-P mark behind triggerguard. Lock with usual eagle and US / SPRINGFIELD markings. Barrel with V / P / {eagle head} inspections, as well as an additional P and A inspection marks. Correct pattern 1884 experimental rod bayonet and locking system. Fixed front sight hood. Buffington rear sight, sling and stacking swivels, three-click tumbler, low arch breech, grooved trigger, butt trap in butt. Only 1,000 of these experimental rod bayonet rifles were produced as the forerunner to the M1888 rifle. A scarce and desirable example.
Very good. Metal with a mottled brown patina with hints of blue scattered within plum and chocolate brown oxidation. Lock with minor traces of case color and a mottled light and dark gray patina. All marks in metal crisp and clear. Mechanically functional, very good bore with some lightly scattered pitting. Wood worn with numerous bumps, dings and handling marks. Marks in wood weak due to wear. Lower swivel replaced.Condition
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