Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Trowel Bayonet Russian Issue Equipment This metal sign measures 9

This metal sign measures 9 inches by 5 inches and is intricately hand painted and signed by Liberto Vilarino

The Russian Empire purchased 10

This is a very rare Carbine cleaned to fine display condition

Issued with Stock lug slot to rear of grip frame

The particular display gun has faint waffent amt inspection marks and is in overall spectacular museum quality condition

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Trowel Bayonet Russian Issue Equipment This metal sign measures 9Original Item: Only One Available. Designed to fit a 45 70 Trapdoor Springfield Rifle, these you just don't see anymore, especially in this condition. These will fit any M 1873 dated Springfield trapdoor rifle that uses a regular ram rod. The rear portion of the socket rotates to allow it to be locked onto the barrel. An ingenious bayonet in the shape of a gardening trowel that when fitted to the muzzle of the rifle can double as an entrenching tool