SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1884 CUT DOWN RIFLE.

SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1884 CUT DOWN RIFLE. Cal. .45/70. SN 252829. 29-5/8″ rnd bbl. No inspector marks. This appears to have been made from parts. The bbl is slightly too long, the ramrod catch is in the wrong place, the stock has been sanded and the number 183 has been stamped in place of the cartouche. The SN is in the Model 1879 SN range but it has the Model 1884 breechblock and rifle rear sight. CONDITION: Traces of blue on the bbl, are considerable on the lockplate and triggerguard. Bright casehardening on the breechblock. All mixed with light surface rust and pitting. Ciak Collection 4-53231 FS424 (300-500)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2004

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
	1447	$402.00	SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1884 CUT DOWN RIFLE. Cal. .45/70. SN 252829. 29-5/8″ rnd bbl. No inspector marks. This appears to have been made from parts. The bbl is slightly too long, the ramrod catch is in the wrong place, the stock has been sanded and the number 183 has been stamped in place of the cartouche. The SN is in the Model 1879 SN range but it has the Model 1884 breechblock and rifle rear sight. CONDITION: Traces of blue on the bbl, are considerable on the lockplate and triggerguard. Bright casehardening on the breechblock. All mixed with light surface rust and pitting. Ciak Collection 4-53231 FS424 (300-500) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2004 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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