It was also given a tighter 1:22 rifling twist (producing a greater spin on the bullet than the Model 1868 was capable of) and the bore was changed to accept the smaller. The barrel of the Model 1873 was made of a low grade steel, rather than iron as the Model 1868 (and earlier Springfields, all the way back to the Model 1795 Musket) had used. The Model 1868 would also form the basis of the Model 1873, although with several significant changes. Allin for the Springfield Model 1865 (named, occasionally, the "First Allin") and had been improved through the Model 1866 and Model 1868. This mechanism had originally been designed by Erskine S. The Springfield Model 1873 used the heavily refined hinged breechblock mechanism, often referred to as the "Trapdoor" because of its hinge located ontop of the barrel which opens vertically. Good luck, and happy bidding! Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873. The history of the Trapdoor rifle is fascinating in that we’re given an usually detailed look into how Springfield Armory got from one version to the next, and this example is neat that it’s an in-between version. Notable to this rifle is the 1884 Buffington rear sight and the updated barrel band the protects the site when it is in the down position. As the armory went through the permutations of the Trapdoor, prior components and supplies would have to be exhausted, and upgrades were made. This rifle is a Model 1873 made about midway through production. Military until it was gradually replaced by the Springfield Model 1892 bolt-action rifle. Our Assessment: The Model 1873 “Trapdoor” Springfield was the first standard-issue breech-loading rifle adopted by the United States Army and was one of the main service rifles of the U.S. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.īox, Paperwork, and Accessories: This rifle includes a socket bayonet. The hammer has quarter and half-cock safety positions. Mechanics: The action functions correctly. Overall, this rifle rates in Goodcondition, as Antique. The screw heads are lightly tool marked with strong slots. The breechblock has no remaining case color and it and the receiver have spots of minor surface oxidation. There are minor nicks and and spots of minor surface oxidation throughout. The barrel has for the most part gone to a light patina and has partly gone to white at the tip. Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 0% of its metal finish. There are intermittent spots of light erosion along with light stubborn fouling throughout. Type of Finish: Blued with Case Color Lock Plate and Breechblockīore Condition: The bore is mostly dark but the rifling is well-defined. Overall, the stock rates in Good-plus condition, as antique. The plate has mostly gone to a dark patina and there is light-to-moderate scuff wear throughout. The LOP measures 13 1/2” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. There are scattered light nicks that are newer.
There are light nicks, dings, dark compressions, and draglines throughout, all of which have been oiled over. There is a sling swivel at the front of the trigger guard and a sling swivel and stacking swivel on the bottom of the front barrel band. The capped forend is grooved for the included cleaning rod. The forend is held with two steel barrel bands, the rear of which is the Buffington rear sight protector version. Stock Configuration and Condition: The stock is a one-piece wood with a smooth straight grip. The rear sight is an 1884 Buffington sight. Sights/Optics: The front sight is a blade pinned to a rectangular base set on the barrel. The top of the buttplate in front of the mounting screw is marked “U S”.
1873 SPRINGFIELD TRAPDOOR RIFLE REAR SIGHT SERIAL
The top rear of the receiver is marked with the serial number, “211656”. The left side of the barrel is marked with a “V”, “P”, an Eagle head proof, and a second “P”. The right side plate is marked with the Springfield Eagle and “U.S. Markings: The top of the breechblock is marked “-U.S.- / MODEL / 1873. Arrow_back Returns To All Sold Items arrow_back Return To Sold "Other" Pre-1900 American Arms
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