Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1883 with Socket Bayonet - Serial No 227868 Technical Books - Participation in three infantry

- Participation in three infantry or armored indirect assaults on three different days

Overall a very nice example of the classic eye piece for Swiss infantry officers during WWII

leaving behind more than American 120 bodies

In addition the inventory goes on to mention a further Eight "Muskets with Screw Barrels" also being in store at that same date

making it more resilient to the elements

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1883 with Socket Bayonet - Serial No 227868 Technical Books - Participation in three infantryOriginal 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 # 227868 with a faint SWP 1883 cartouche, overall worn metal finish with all