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37) adopted in 1937
Many of these photos are from rare glass plate negatives which have never been published before
This was no doubt brought to England by a returning British Soldier who I am sure was just thankful to get home
USGI were given cheese cloth-like American Flag Patches to apply to the arm of their uniforms
No internal parts will be included but all/most parts are available separately
Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle made in 1885 with Socket Bayonet - Serial 263950 German Antique Guns 37) adopted in 1937Original Item: Only One available. This is a nice example of the classic Springfield trapdoor rifle, the weapon used, in its carbine form, by the troopers of the 7th Cavalry that met their fate at the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876. The breech block is marked: U. S. MODEL 1873 Offered in very good service used condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber, complete with an original socket bayonet. Serial # 264226 is marked on the