Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1884 with Standard Ramrod - Serial No 232479 MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly The lantern is made mostly

The lantern is made mostly from bent sheet steel

It was struck in bronze

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Overall this mortar is in great shape for an item that was in service for as many years at it was

when it conducted the first offensive actions of the battle in seizing Hill 142

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1884 with Standard Ramrod - Serial No 232479 MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly The lantern is made mostlyOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a very nice example of the classic Springfield trapdoor rifle, 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. The breech block is marked: U. S. MODEL 1873 Offered in very nice condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, Serial # 232479 with a clear SWP 1883 cartouche, overall worn metal finish with all