Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle with Restored Metcalfe Cartridge Device - made in 1874 Category_Flintlock Muskets and Rifles so unfortunately no markings remain

so unfortunately no markings remain

Typically used by Pirates and Bandits preying on passing traders

very nice but the beaver pelt shows some wear

although the finish is generally gone

5” tall with large ear handle of typical sea going shape with a flared bottom

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle with Restored Metcalfe Cartridge Device - made in 1874 Category_Flintlock Muskets and Rifles so unfortunately no markings remainOriginal Item: One of a Kind. This is a fantastic find and great opportunity to own a rifle with a very interesting history: A Springfield 1873 Trapdoor Rifle fitted with a restored Metcalfe Loading device. This consists of the inletted stock, attaching clamp, and Cartridge block. Some four or five years ago IMA purchased a series of Trapdoor Springfield rifles from a well known Internet Auction house. One of these rifles however was a bit different.