MODEL 1880 HUNTING KNIFE.

MODEL 1880 HUNTING KNIFE. Fine Springfield Arsenal Model 1880 hunting knife with 8-1/2″ blade, 2″ wide with bronze handguard marked on one side “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD” and number “771” on other side. It has a machine turned round ribbed oak handle. Accompanied by first type brass & leather sheath with brass belt hook marked on back “R.I.A.”. These knives were routinely issued to troopers on frontier service and saw extensive use throughout the latter part of the Indian Wars. CONDITION: Very good. Sharp edge shows sharpening with numerous small nicks and retains a smooth metal patina. Handle shows moderate wear with some fine battering on pommel cap. Sheath is flexed at hanger end, otherwise is sound and retains most of its orig finish. Brass has well-aged patina. 4-32472 JR428 (1,000-2,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1363	$1,150.00	MODEL 1880 HUNTING KNIFE. Fine Springfield Arsenal Model 1880 hunting knife with 8-1/2″ blade, 2″ wide with bronze handguard marked on one side “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD” and number “771” on other side. It has a machine turned round ribbed oak handle. Accompanied by first type brass & leather sheath with brass belt hook marked on back “R.I.A.”. These knives were routinely issued to troopers on frontier service and saw extensive use throughout the latter part of the Indian Wars. CONDITION: Very good. Sharp edge shows sharpening with numerous small nicks and retains a smooth metal patina. Handle shows moderate wear with some fine battering on pommel cap. Sheath is flexed at hanger end, otherwise is sound and retains most of its orig finish. Brass has well-aged patina. 4-32472 JR428 (1,000-2,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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