Description
was chosen
The Association’s Committee in studying the organisation’s future role concluded that its aims and objectives should be extended beyond its original purpose "
Purchased from the family of a WW2 veteran
we are not able to read the markings clearly
or parts used for other projects
Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor M1873/84 Rifle with 1st Model Cleaning Rod & Sling made in 1883 - Serial 208699 MG 42 Accessories was chosenOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a very interesting 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 condition is this trapdoor rifle in . 45 70 government caliber. The receiver is marked with Serial # 208699, which indicates production in