Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1884 Rifle Serial No 166681 - Manufactured in 1882 ZULU War constructed of Bronze

constructed of Bronze

This letter provides wonderful provenance of two comrade officers who were friends for more than 20 years

The scabbard has the original black paint

The barrel of only 33"

Original paper maker's label marked "BK" still attached

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1884 Rifle Serial No 166681 - Manufactured in 1882 ZULU War constructed of BronzeOriginal Item: Only One available. This is an excellent example of the classic Springfield trapdoor rifle, its breach block is marked: U. S. MODEL 1884 The rifle is in excellent condition with great amounts of the original finish remaining. The Springfield Trapdoor rifle was 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. This is a real peach and well worth placing