This has unfortunately removed the inspection cartouches, however it has the lovely deep red brown color that only cared for oiled walnut can achieve. There are some small dents and scratches in the wood, as expected on a rifle this age, but the stock does not appear to have had any major repairs or damage. The stock is only partly proud over the lock plate, indicating it has been sanded down and refinished during its long life. The serial number indicates production in 1874, only the second year of production for this famous long rifle. 45-70 government caliber, with low serial 24200, overall good metal finish with all proofs still present. Offered in very good condition is this trapdoor rifle in. In the years following, the stamping on the breech block was simplified. This is the weapon used, in its carbine form, by the troopers of the 7th Cavalry that met their fate at the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876. It comes complete with an original bayonet, and steel scabbard. This is a VERY early example of the classic Springfield trapdoor rifle, with some features that were removed in the subsequent years.
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