SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1870 TRAPDOOR RIFLE.

SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1870 TRAPDOOR RIFLE. Cal. 57. SN 973. Usual configuration with 32-1/2″ bbl, barleycorn front sight and ladder style musket rear sight. The breechblock is dated “1870” and the lockplate “1863”. It is mounted in 1-pc stock with two bands and sling swivels without stacking swivel. CONDITION: Very fine. Metal has been restored to bright finish with beautiful orig style polish. Sides of the receiver, breechblock & lockplate were also cleaned but retain a slightly mottled appearance. Stock has usual light handling & use marks and retains most of an old restored finish. Mechanics are fine. Strong bright bore with scattered light pitting. Ex Hank Truslow Collection. 4-54193 JR46 (1,000-1,500)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2005

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
	426	$805.00	SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1870 TRAPDOOR RIFLE. Cal. 57. SN 973. Usual configuration with 32-1/2″ bbl, barleycorn front sight and ladder style musket rear sight. The breechblock is dated “1870” and the lockplate “1863”. It is mounted in 1-pc stock with two bands and sling swivels without stacking swivel. CONDITION: Very fine. Metal has been restored to bright finish with beautiful orig style polish. Sides of the receiver, breechblock & lockplate were also cleaned but retain a slightly mottled appearance. Stock has usual light handling & use marks and retains most of an old restored finish. Mechanics are fine. Strong bright bore with scattered light pitting. Ex Hank Truslow Collection. 4-54193 JR46 (1,000-1,500) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2005 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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