Original U.S. Springfield Model 1873 Trapdoor Cavalry Carbine with Saddle Ring and 3 Piece Cleaning Rod, 1890 Production, Serial No. 481655 U.S. Artillery Whether these are a "kill

Whether these are a "kill count" or just for a better grip is something the new owner will need to decide for themselves

These include a brass butt plate with steel trap door and the cutaway earliest form of ten shot magazine

The interior has an orange oil cloth crown lining size marked 56

There is a small hatch on the roof that

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Original U.S. Springfield Model 1873 Trapdoor Cavalry Carbine with Saddle Ring and 3 Piece Cleaning Rod, 1890 Production, Serial No. 481655 U.S. Artillery Whether these are a "killOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very attractive U. S. Springfield Model 1873 Trapdoor Cavalry Carbine manufactured in 1890 and chambered for the . 45 70 Government cartridge. It retains the defining features collectors look for in an original cavalry carbine, including the saddle ring and sliding bar, carbine marked Model 1879 rear sight, butt stock storage compartment, three piece cleaning rod, and ruptured cartridge extractor. The