Prev / Next

Fine Antique Arms and Armour from Around The World

Thursday 25 September 2025 e Friday 26 September 2025, 02:00 PM • Sarzana

546

A Model 1873 "Trapdoor" Rifle, 1873 - 1877

Estimate

€ 300 - 500

Un utente ha offerto

Your offer is the highest

Information

USA
length 131,7 cm.
Round, rifled barrel (signs of use and slight pitting inside, visible rifling), provided with foresight and adjustable foldaway rear sight, marked with inspection mark shaped as an eagle's head and "VP". 45 cal. at the nozzle (probably for 45-70). Trapdoor breech marked "U.S. MODEL 1873". Frame with serial number "84xxx". Forward spring lock with lock plate featuring remains of the US eagle and "U.S. SPRINGFIELD". Working mechanism. The bolt firing pin is locked in the forward position (does it needs cleaning to unlock?). Full stock of walnut wood with signs of use and time. Two military inspection marks, one on the counterplate, one after the rear trigger tang; both not clearly legible. Iron mounts and ramrod. Butt-plate marked "U.S.". Slight signs of finishing.

Condition report

To request a Condition Report, please contact info@czernys.com The department will provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that what Finarte declares with respect to the state of conservation of the objects corresponds only to a qualified opinion and that we are not professional conservators or restorers. We urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. We always suggest prospective buyers to inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition during the exhibition days as indicated in the catalog.

Suggested lots

Caricamento lotti suggeriti...