Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle - Serial No 225695 - Manufactured in 1883 Antique Colts Strong reconnaissance elements were provided

Strong reconnaissance elements were provided so that TDs would be able to use pre-arranged firing positions to best advantage

The colors should be relevant to the season

and during the night he drew up a plan

This was the first design to meet all the requirements

Usually used in conjunction with the standard French Foreign style leather holsters for the series P38

Original U.S. Springfield Trapdoor Model 1873 Rifle - Serial No 225695 - Manufactured in 1883 Antique Colts Strong reconnaissance elements were providedOriginal 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 Offered in very nice condition is this trapdoor rifle in 45 70 government caliber. Serial No. 225695 overall very good metal finish with barrel proofs still present. The