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Lot 112
U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Rifle {ANT}
Estimate: $500 - $1,000
Current Bid
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $100 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
.45-70. 32.625" barrel. SN: 278745. Blued and color casehardened finish, smooth walnut stock. Single shot breechloading trapdoor action rifle with M1884 rear sight, Barleycorn front sight, cleaning rod, 3-click tumbler, low arch breech, two-piece triggerguard, sling and stacking swivels, and an M1887 sling. Stock with clear SWP/1884 cartouche and Circle-P behind triggerguard.
Pickup & Shipping: Free pickup in Gardnerville, NV. FedEx Ground/Home shipping within the continental U.S.: $140 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Combined shipping available.
Condition
About Fine. Very Good bore is heavily greased with good rifling. Metal with much of the finish intact with some thinning, fading and loss. Markings clear. Mechanically functional action. Wood with scattered bumps, dings and mars.
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