Description
Just FIVE sets
Return fire from the bomber's gunner hit his engine however
Loads of markings for a ton of research potential as well
but is still one of the better original examples we have seen
The box is in excellent condition
Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873/84 Rifle with Standard Ramrod made in 1885 - Serial 300716 German Field Gear Just FIVE setsOriginal Item: Only One available. This is a very 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 In 1884 the integral Round Rod Bayonet was designed, which could double as a cleaning rod, a development that met with very limited success. However, it was not fitted