SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1868 TRAPDOOR RIFLE.

SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1868 TRAPDOOR RIFLE. Cal 50CF. SN 46401. Standard rifle with 32-1/2” bbl, square base front sight/bayonet with ladder rear sight. Breechblock is dated 1870 and the lock plate dated 1863. The lock plate is stamped with a small “DC” below the eagle. The left flat of the stock has 4 cartouches, two of which are partially legible. It has an original slotted head ramrod with 2 bands and sling swivels. Stock is 1-pc walnut with smooth buttplate having a rack number. CONDITION: Very good. Original bright finish is prevalent and might clean much better. Top of the bbl has light rust. Breechblock is a moderate patina with scattered light rust. Wood is sound with good edges showing light to moderate wear with a dark patina that should clean well. Strong bright shiny bore. 4-50572 JR27 (750-1,250)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 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
	846	$805.00	SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1868 TRAPDOOR RIFLE. Cal 50CF. SN 46401. Standard rifle with 32-1/2” bbl, square base front sight/bayonet with ladder rear sight. Breechblock is dated 1870 and the lock plate dated 1863. The lock plate is stamped with a small “DC” below the eagle. The left flat of the stock has 4 cartouches, two of which are partially legible. It has an original slotted head ramrod with 2 bands and sling swivels. Stock is 1-pc walnut with smooth buttplate having a rack number. CONDITION: Very good. Original bright finish is prevalent and might clean much better. Top of the bbl has light rust. Breechblock is a moderate patina with scattered light rust. Wood is sound with good edges showing light to moderate wear with a dark patina that should clean well. Strong bright shiny bore. 4-50572 JR27 (750-1,250) Auction: Firearms - Spring 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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